Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers consist of an injectable gel that helps correct facial lines and restore volume and fullness to the face. As we age, our faces naturally lose subcutaneous tissue and elasticity diminishes. When strategically placed, dermal fillers can restore youth and give the skin an even, hydrated appearance.
Andria Keith Aesthetics offers an array of injectable dermal fillers.
- Restylane Collection
We also offer FDA approved fillers / collagen biostimulators
- Sculptra
- Radiesse
Consultation recommended to individual your treatment and aesthetic goal.
Dermal Fillers Injectable Gel Procedure
Dermal filler injections take about 15 - 30 minutes to administer in the office. A fine needle is used for the injection, which is given under the skin in the targeted area to add volume or fill in wrinkles and folds. Dermal fillers contain a small amount of Lidocaine; however, a topical anesthetic will be used to decrease pain as well.
Once treatment is completed, patients can return, with virtually no downtime, to their regular activities. For the first 24 hours after treatment, to reduce the risk of complications, patients should avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sun or heat exposure, and alcohol consumption.
Results of Dermal Fillers
The results of dermal fillers are visible immediately after injection; any swelling and bruising, to which ice can be applied, should subside during the next few days. Results can last 6 to 9 months, and, in some cases, up to year. However, results from dermal fillers can vary and correction is temporary. Touch up treatments may be required to achieve and maintain optimal results.
Risks of Dermal Fillers
Although dermal fillers are considered safe, there is a risk of side effects. They are usually limited to the injection site, and include the following:
- Redness
- Pain or tenderness
- Firmness
- Swelling
- Lumps or bumps
- Bruising
- Itching
- Discoloration
- Infection