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DERMAL FILLER
Dermal fillers are a hyaluronic acid gel material, injected beneath the skin in the subcutaneous and dermal planes for temporary relief of fine lines, to enhance or change facial shape, to restore volume and to enhance facial contour. The results of dermal fillers are seen immediately, however, their duration is variable. Dermal fillers can only be used by health care professionals experienced in the injection of dermal fillers.
What can dermal filler do?
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Augment areas such as cheeks & Lips
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Reduce fine lines and wrinkles
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Smooth the undereyes by filling in the hollowing
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Replace lost volume to cheeks, mid cheek, temples
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reduce jowling by treating cheeks and jawline
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add definition to areas
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soften/camouflage scarring
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plump aging skin such as hands and neck.
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...The options are endless!
Downtime?
Recovery time is as individual as the patient and type of filler injected. It’s fine to resume most activities right away, but it’s recommended that you avoid intense exercise sessions for the first 24 to 48 hours to help minimize swelling and bruising. Be sure to discuss your recovery plan with your injector before undergoing injections.
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As with any type of dermal filler, following treatment you may experience the following:
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Mild to moderate swelling
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Slight bruising at the injection site
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Temporary numbness and redness
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Palpable lumps at the injection sites
How many treatments?
Optimal results depends on area treated, amount of volume loss, desired outcome, etc. You will discuss your goals with your injector and will make a plan from there!
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After results are achieved, yearly maintenance is recommended along with following a good medical grade skincare regime.
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