Adding facial fullness while curtailing the onset of wrinkles, injectable fillers are a great alternative to surgery. Medi-Spa at Knoxville Dermatology Group encourages you to learn more about this cosmetic procedure, including all the different types of fillers currently on the market.  If you feel like you may be an ideal candidate for injectable fillers, visit Medi-Spa for a consultation.

About Injectable Fillers
Injectable fillers can plump thin lips, enhance shallow contours, soften facial creases and wrinkles. The appearance of recessed scars can also be improved with the aid of injectable fillers.

Areas that can be injected include: temples, tear troughs, forehead, jaw line, cheek area, around the eyes, around the mouth, and lower nasolabial folds. At these areas, injections are made under the muscle to lift and add volume. Areas in the face will appear full, making facial features look softer and more defined. Furthermore, injections made around the eyes such as between the brows, diminish horizontal lines before they develop.
How Long Results Last
According to NewBeauty, injecting fillers deep into the muscle, as opposed to superficially gives a longer-lasting result.  Most of these results last about six to 12 months. Moreover, since injections are made under the muscle, the body does not metabolize the product as quickly.
Results are not permanent and the continued aging of your face and variables in the absorption of fillers will affect how long your results last.

Types of Fillers

• Collagen- A natural protein that supports the skin, this popular filler may last 2 to 4 months.
  Cosmetic Injectable: Radiesse® reduces appearance of any wrinkles around the nose and mouth. It also fills in existing scars and stimulates the body to produce more collagen.
• Hyaluronic Acid-Naturally found in our bodies, this is best for plumping thin lips and filling facial creases. Also recommended to treat surface wrinkles and concave scars. Results may last 6 months or more.
  Cosmetic Injectable:JUVÉDERM® XC; JUVÉDERM Ultra®, JUVÉDERM Ultra® Plus; Perlane®; Sculptra™;Restylane® is best for lip augmentation, face contouring and wrinkle correction. It can also be used in conjunction with BOTOX® Cosmetic.

Proper Skin Care
The key to diminishing the signs of aging is maintaining healthy skin. Dermatologists recommend glycolic acid, vitamin C, Retin-A and hydroquinone to incorporate in an existing skin care regimen if you are considering the procedure.