Fillers

What They Are:

Soft tissue fillers – like collagen, fat or Restylane, can help fill in lines and creases on the face or to add fullness to the cheeks or mouth.

How They Work:

Fillers are injected using a fine needle inserted at several points around the edge of the treatment area. They are sometimes used in conjunction with a laser resurfacing or a facelift. Results are not permanent: the body will eventually absorb the filler.

What are the benefits?

• Smoother, firmer, younger looking skin
• Fuller lips
• Improved self-image/self esteem

What are the side effects?

• Temporary burning, stinging, throbbing sensations
• Redness around treated area
• Swelling or excess fullness in treated area

What are the risks?

• Contour irregularities
• Infection
• Repeated treatments depending on how long effects last