FILLERS
“Filler” is a generic term for gel products that are used to fill wrinkles or add volume to your face (and sometimes body). Most of these are made of Hyaluronic Acid (HA), which is a naturally occuring substance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you put fillers?
Common areas for filler are nasolabial folds (between your nose and the corner or your mouth), tear troughs (under eye), lips, cheeks, chin, and jawline.
What should I expect during a filler injection?
Prior to your filler appointment, you should avoid ibuprofen, aspirin, aleve, and any other medications that increase bleeding and bruising. Fillers are placed with tiny needles or micro-cannulas around your face. Bruising is more common in some areas where the skin is thin, such as under the eyes.
What should I expect after injection?
The filled area may swell, and you may look “overfilled” and bruised for a few days until the swelling subsides. You can reduce swelling faster by keeping your head of bed elevated while you sleep and icing the area. Avoid strenuous exercise the day of treatment. You will have your final result about a week after treatment
When will I see results and how long does it last?
You will see results immediately after filler treatment. Once the swelling is gone about a week later, you will have your final result. Fillers last anywhere from 6 months to 2 years depending which filler is used.
What are the risks of filler treatment?
Bruising and swelling are common but go away quickly. Lumpiness, visible nodules, and a blue discoloration of the skin (Tyndall sign) are less common.
What if I don’t like it?
There is a dissolving agent for Hyaluronic-Acid based fillers called Hyaluronidase that can be injected to dissolve any area of filler instantly.
