What Type of Collagen is Used in Collagen Injections?

Facial wrinkles may be the source of great embarrassment for individuals in San Diego, California and elsewhere around the country. They develop over time as we age, and for many, they are among the first signs of aging they notice. Through injections of collagen, though, many have successfully improved the appearance of their skin by reducing the appearance of these facial wrinkles. Such injections should be discussed with a cosmetic specialist, and the type of collagen used should be among the topics discussed. Human collagen may be used in some injections, while bovine or porcine collagen may be used in some cases as well.

Bovine collagen refers to collagen from cows, while porcine collagen refers to collagen from pigs. Certain fillers may require skin testing to determine if allergic reactions may occur, although many human collagen injections do not require such tests. Still, it is helpful to inquire about this possibility with your San Diego cosmetic specialist. Inform your specialist of any allergies, medical conditions, or medications that you are taking so they have a full medical history when determining how best to treat your facial wrinkles.

Collagen is a natural substance in our skin, and it gives the skin its fullness and plumpness. As levels of collagen decline with age, the skin may lose some of its elasticity and wrinkles may form. Collagen injections are made into the skin to restore collagen levels to the skin to improve the appearance of facial wrinkles. Results from each session may last for several months depending on the injection that is used, although repeat injections are typically required to maintain results as they wear off from the previous session. Some results last only a couple of months, while others will last for up to or more than a year.

One of the benefits of collagen injections is that they usually do not require a recovery period or any downtime, allowing the patient to go back to work right away. Still, it helps to discuss recovery with the San Diego cosmetic specialist. The injections may be made into various areas of the face wherever wrinkles appear, but some fillers may not be suitable for use in some areas of the face, such as to add volume to the lips. As you seek treatment for facial wrinkles, one of the first items of business will be to go over your goals with the specialist so he or she may determine which filler may work best. There are a number of dermal fillers available, and not all of them use collagen. Some use hyaluronic acid and other substances to help improve the appearance of facial wrinkles.

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