Dermal filler is a type of cosmetic treatment usually administered through injection at a doctor's office. They are
minimally invasive, meaning they do not involve surgical incisions, and are used to correct wrinkles, restore lost
volume, and enhance facial features.
Dermal fillers can be made from various materials, including hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, polyalkylimide,
polylactic acid, and polymethyl methacrylate microspheres. The most common type of filler is hyaluronic acid, a natural
component of the skin's connective tissue. Dermal fillers are often used alongside other cosmetic treatments like Botox
to achieve a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance.
Compared to serious aesthetic operations like facelifts, dermal filler lasts in a shorter amount of time and is also
more affordable to achieve a youthful look. Prior to this simple injection procedure, local anesthesia is applied to the
area of application.
The filler process takes only about half an hour, but the procedure time can vary depending on the area of application.
Filler can last between 4 months and 1 year depending on the area of application and the material used. Less dense
formulas of these fillers can be applied under the skin to result in a more lively, youthful appearance.
Dermal filler treatment is an aesthetic procedure that can be applied to many facial areas. It can be used to fill in hollows in the lip, cheek, temple, chin, nose, eyebrow, and teeth. However, dermal filler treatment may not be performed on individuals with allergies or systemic diseases. It is also not performed during pregnancy, breastfeeding, infection period or on those with high blood loss risk.
The recovery process after a dermal filler procedure can vary depending on the area of application and the material
used. There may typically be some mild swelling, redness, and bruising after the procedure. However, these symptoms
usually resolved shortly. It is important to follow instructions given after dermal filler application to speed up the
recovery process.
These may vary based on the area of application, but generally includes avoiding touching the face with water, sun or UV
exposure, blood-thinning medications, and avoiding strenuous exercise for the first 24 hours following the procedure
