Wrinkle Fillers 101
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Video Description:You've heard of collagen injections, now get the inside scoop on this, and other, wrinkle-filling procedures.
Transcript:Wendy Lewis, an international beauty consultant and expert, and author of America's Cosmetic Doctors, is here to help you understand that way wrinkle fillers work and what they offer. Fillers have been around for the past century, but have emerged as a popular rejuvenating treatment in recent years with the FDA approval of a whole range of new substances. There are now a dozen dermal fillers available in the US, including collagen, hyaluronic acid, poly-L-lactic acid, and others. There are two basic types of fillers: absorbable, or temporary fillers, that are gradually broken down by the body, and non-absorbable fillers that are permanent. Permanent fillers like injectable liquid silicone are considered the most controversial. Collagen, which can come from both animals and humans, is one of the main ingredients of the connective tissue layer, and is used to fill up wrinkles in human skin. Hyaluronic acid is the new collagen. It is naturally found in the human body, so it is biocompatible, and binds to water after being injected into the skin, which adds volume. . Because the loss of collagen and hyaluronic acid are partially to blame for the appearance of aging skin, it isn’t surprising that these fillers are so effective. The beauty of fillers is that you can achieve a natural looking, subtle rejuvenation effect, without anyone knowing that you have had anything done. Temporary fillers are also a very versatile treatment; they can be used to plump creases and folds, enhance the lip shape, add volume to sunken or hollow areas, and smooth wrinkles. The treatment is simple and can be performed in your doctor’s office in 30 minutes. Your doctor injects the filling substance into the areas to be treated, after which ice compresses are generally applied to reduce swelling. You may have some mild bruising, but you can return to work almost immediately. Temporary fillers, like the hyaluronic acid gels, may last from three months to a year, depending on the product and the quantity injected. As temporary fillers are broken down by the body, the area will return to the way it was before it was treated. Therefore, fillers need to be done periodically to maintain the result. There is the possibility of side effects from any filler, but most are avoidable and easily reversible or temporary. Ask your doctor if the filler is FDA approved before having a treatment. Some products are approved for cosmetic uses, whereas others may only be approved by the FDA for something else. Look for fillers that have a good safety record, have been on the market for several years, and are produced by a reputable company. For best results, injectable wrinkle fillers should be performed by a board-certified, dermatologist, plastic surgeon, or cosmetic doctor. For more on what to expect from wrinkle fillers, check out the other resources on our site.
Category:Beauty/Plastic Surgery
Tags:wrinkle filler, collagen, collagen injection, anti-aging, plastic surgery, fda, hyaluronic acid, lip enhancement, dermatologist, cosmetic surgery, beauty
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