Quick Facts about Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are used to fill in fine lines and wrinkles and reverse other effects of aging. In Broomfield, Colorado and around the nation patients have been discovering the various types of dermal fillers, their consistencies and possible benefits. Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, Radiesse, Sculptra, Evolence, Elvess, Artefill, Cosmoplast and Cosmoderm are examples of dermal fillers on the market today. Patients should discuss their goals with a medical professional before deciding on any one filler. A medical professional may be able to provide a better recommendation once they understand what the patient is looking to accomplish with treatment.

Typically, dermal fillers are made of hyaluronic acid or other substances such as calcium hydroxyl apatite and poly lactic acid. Patients should discuss each dermal filler's consistency with a medical professional to determine if they are allergic to any particular filler. Most dermal fillers do not require skin testing, although Artefill requires skin testing prior to treatment. Patients may also be interested in knowing whether or not their dermal filler is animal based. Artefill and Evolence, for instance, are animal based, while many others are not.

Another important issue to discuss with a medical professional at a reputable clinic or medical spa in Broomfield is the longevity of the results. Typically, the more expensive a dermal filler is, the longer it will last. Sculptra, for example, may be very expensive?among the most expensive dermal fillers?but the results may last between 2 and 4 years. Artefill may also be very expensive, but patients have reported that results have lasted for more than 5 years.

On the other hand, Cosmoplast, Cosmoderm and Prevelle Silk are cheaper options, but results typically last between 2 and 6 months. Other options such as Perlane, Radiesse and Evolence may last between 6 and 12 months. The results of Juvederm and Restylane may last 6 to 12 months when used to treat the nasolabial folds, while results may last 3 to 6 months when used to treat the lips. The best way to determine how long results may last is by speaking with a medical professional.

Patients should also be aware that dermal fillers are designed to treat certain areas of the body. Some dermal fillers may be used to treat some areas, while others may be intended for treatment of other areas. Juvederm, Perlane and Restylane may be used to treat nasolabial folds, cheeks, around the mouth and the lips. Radiesse may be used to treat all of these areas except for the lips. It may also be used to treat the temples. Artefill is another dermal filler that should not be used in the lips. Artefill may be used to treat nasolabial folds, the cheeks and chin. Sculptra may be used to add volume to the cheeks, chin and temples.

It is important that patients discuss their goals with a medical professional prior to treatment. This will allow the medical professional to recommend a dermal filler, or provide options, based on the area the patient wishes to treat and how long they would like results to last. Patients should also discuss any possible risks, complications or side effects and should be sure to offer full disclosure of their medical conditions and history to help avoid these risks, complications or side effects.