Dermal fillers are becoming increasingly popular as a means to help reverse the changes associated with aging.

Because the goal is to return the dermis to its original youthful state, dermal fillers can give a more natural appearance than surgical face lifts. Dermal fillers are being used to reduce or eliminate wrinkles, raise scar depressions, enhance lips, and replace soft-tissue volume loss. As our skin ages, the dermis gradually loses its major constituents: collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. Collagen acts as the major support protein for our skin, elastin allows our skin to stay firm and resist wrinkles, and hyaluronic acid helps to trap water and add volume and shape to our skin.

Types of Dermal Fillers:

JUVEDERM is a smooth gel made of hyaluronic acid which is injected into the face to smooth out wrinkles and folds. Treatments usually only take a few minutes, and there is no recovery down time with this nonsurgical procedure. Results are apparent immediately, and can last up to 1 year and Juvederm must be re-injected to maintain results.

RADIESSE is an injectable collagen filler that works by creating volume in the face while simulating natural production of collagen. Treatments only take a few minutes, and there is no recovery down time with this non-surgical procedure. Results can last up to 1 year, and Radiesse must be re-injected for continued results.

RESTYLANE is a dermal filler that is injected into the face to add volume and help correct lines and folds. Improvements can be seen for up to 18 months, and there is no recovery down time with this non-surgical procedure.