WHAT ARE DERMAL FILLER PRODUCTS?
Dermal fillers involve the use of small injections of a gel to help fill and add volume to soft tissue. The most common areas dermal fillers are used around the eye, jawline, cheeks, and lips. The most commonly used and popular brands of dermal filler are Juvederm and Radiesse.
WHY ARE DERMAL FILLER PRODUCTS USED?
Generally speaking, dermal filler products are often used to do the following:
Add volume to the areas of the skin, such as lips and cheeks.
Reduce wrinkles in the face area, such as laugh lines and wrinkles around the eyes.
With that said, dermal filler products each have specific indications, so consult a product’s package insert for information specific to it.
TYPES OF DERMAL FILLER PRODUCTS
Calcium Hydroxylapatite
Calcium hydroxylapatite is naturally occurring in human bones. It is a mineral-like compound used to treat creases, enhance fullness, and improve volume. It is produced biosynthetically and is well tolerated due to not having any animal source.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is used in injections to improve the skin’s contour while also reducing depressions in the facial area. It helps with skin that has been injured, scarred, and has lines. It is a natural substance found within the body.
Polylactic Acid
Polylactic acid is a synthetic, injectable filler that causes the body to create collagen on its own. It can be used to fill laugh lines, plump lips, and treat deep nasolabial folds. Results take time with this type of dermal filler since it works by stimulating collagen production.
