Dermal fillers not only restore any lost volume, but it also adds definition and soften lines on the face. Instant results with little downtime, this is why this treatment is so popular among cosmetic dermatology. Some dermal fillers are made up of hyaluronic acid, which is a natural occurring substance in the skin that helps retain moisture.
Others contain particles that produce quicker results as well as prompting your body to make new collagen. Central Austin Dermatology & Aesthetics providers will be able to assist you on which solution is the right choice for you.
WHAT IS JUVEDERM®?
Juvederm® is on of the dermal fillers produced from Hyaluronic acid (HA) which a natural complex sugar found in all living cells. HA helps to retain water similar to a sponge retaining water. The Hyaluronic acid attracts water which hydrates your skin and plumps up the wrinkle areas creating volume and density around the face.
WHAT DOES JUVEDERM® TREAT?
Juvederm like Restylane can help with bags around the eyes, loss of volume of the lip or cheek and wrinkle lines.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM MY JUVEDERM® TREATMENT?
General discomfort from Juvederm® injections are swelling or some slight bruising at the injection sites which can be covered up by make-up
HOW LONG WILL MY JUVEDERM® TREATMENT LAST?
This product can last up to 8-12 months or longer.
WHAT IS RADIESSE®?
Rather than hyaluronic acid, Radiesse® is one of the dermal fillers made from calcium based microspheres suspended in a water based gel. Radiesse® provides both immediate and extended results because it stimulates production of collagen and encourages tissue regeneration. This cosmetic filler is for patients with very well defined wrinkles or folds around the nasal area and the mouth. Radiesse is composed of calcium hydroxylapatite and also works for augmenting chin or cheek bones.
WHAT DOES RADIESSE TREAT®?
Radiesse can soften deep frown and nasal lines to create a refreshed look. This non-surgical wrinkle filler provides immediate results for treatment of naso-labial folds, peri-orial lines, depressed scars and loss of cheek volume. Radiesse has also proven effective in treating fat loss in the back of the hands, giving them a more youthful appearance.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM MY RADIESSE® TREATMENT?
General discomfort from Radiesse injections are swelling or some slight bruising at the injection sites which can be covered up by make-up.
WHAT IS RESTYLANE®?
Restylane® is an injectable gel that can create a very smooth and rejuvenated look which will smooth out the “parentheses” around your nasal area and corners of your mouth. Restylane is made of a clear gel formulation of hyaluronic acid, which is biocompatible with the human body and eventually broken down naturally.
WHAT DOES RESTYLANE® TREAT?
They can be used individually to add volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds).
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM MY RESTYLANE® TREATMENT?
General discomfort from Restylane® injections are swelling or some slight bruising at the injection sites which can be covered up by make-up.
HOW LONG SHOULD MY RESTYLANE® TREATMENT LAST?
Restylane® may last up to 18 months.
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