Restores volume and smooths lines using injectable gel, most often hyaluronic acid.
Injectable
Dermal fillers are injectable gels, most commonly made from hyaluronic acid, used to restore lost volume, smooth deeper lines, and enhance facial contours like the cheeks or lips. Results are visible immediately and typically last six months to two years depending on the product and treatment area.
Volume loss in the cheeks and temples, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, thin lips, and under-eye hollows.
Injected directly into the treatment area using a needle or a blunt-tipped cannula, often with a topical numbing cream applied beforehand for comfort. A typical session takes 30 to 45 minutes.
Some swelling, tenderness, or bruising at injection sites is common and usually resolves within a week; most patients resume normal activities the same day.
Myth: Fillers and Botox do the same thing. Fact: Botox relaxes muscles that cause movement-related lines, while fillers add volume and structure -- they're often used together for different concerns.
If you're noticing volume loss or deeper static lines that don't improve with Botox alone, fillers can restore a more youthful contour.