We all reach that point in life where we glance in the mirror and wonder where the years went. If you’re there and feeling discouraged by fine lines, wrinkles, or even scars you see in your reflection, the current dermal fillers and injectables on the market could be just what you need.
Especially if you don’t want to deal with an invasive surgical procedure such as a facelift.
Dermal fillers and injectables are, in fact, a safe and proven way to add volume to your skin and enhance facial features to restore a more youthful appearance.
Five of the Best Dermal Fillers and Injectables on the Market
So where do you begin?
It’s important to note that as a non-invasive and nonsurgical solution, dermal fillers and injectables offer temporary results. And no single solution is ideal for every patient. The five following FDA-approved dermal fillers and injectables, however, are among the best that are currently offered at highly reputable plastic surgery facilities.
- Botox
When you hear the word Botox, you may think of botulism and wonder why you’d ever inject something like that into your body.
The fact is, Botox is derived from a natural bacterium that’s found in lakes, forests, and soils, among other places. The spores of this bacterium are basically harmless. And when used in a therapeutic context, it is safe. The amounts of the Botulinum toxin are miniscule. There is only enough to temporarily paralyze the muscles to reduce the appearance of wrinkles around the eyes, lines at the corners of the mouth, horizontal creases in the forehead, and “cobblestone” skin on the chin.
- Juvéderm
Do you have smile lines that are not making you happy? Are you noticing excess and sagging skin around the nose and mouth (known medically as nasolabial folds)? Call them what you want, but these static wrinkles and folds can easily add years to your appearance.
Using a fine needle, Juvéderm is injected into the skin to fill the lines and firm up the folds in the parentheses area around your nose and mouth. Treatment is quick, lasting only about 15 minutes. And since it includes the anesthetic lidocaine, there is little to no discomfort during injections.
- Juvéderm Voluma
With some areas of the face, the issue isn’t always wrinkles. As we age, the actual structure and volume of the face decrease. That’s why Juvéderm Voluma was developed.
This filler uses hyaluronic acid (HA) to replenish missing volume – particularly in the upper cheek area, also known as the hollow, the apple, or the apex.
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance that’s produced by your body. Large amounts of it are found in your skin, where its function is to retain water to keep your skin well-lubricated and moist.
As you age, your body makes less of this substance. This particular injection serves to replenish the HA and restore a firmer appearance around the mid-face, or any other area that needs volume restored.
- EZ Gel
EZ Gel is an innovative, non-surgical treatment that combines your body’s own Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) with albumin to enhance skin texture and promote collagen production. It’s 100% natural and utilizes your body’s innate healing properties to restore volume.
Once a patient has given a small amount of blood, it’s placed in a centrifuge to separate the platelets and fibrin. The PRF is then heated to create the EZ Gel which is injected into targeted areas to provide smoother, more youthful skin.
It’s a safe and effective solution that addresses signs of aging such as fine lines, skin laxity, and volume loss. Patients seeking a long-lasting filler alternative for areas like under-eyes, temples, and cheeks may opt for EZ Gel. While some results are immediate, full effects develop over time and usually require 2-3 sessions for the most optimal improvement.
- RHA® Filler
Like the Juvéderm family, RHA® Filler utilizes FDA-approved HA to smooth and plump skin. But RHA® Filler was developed in Switzerland, using a gentle manufacturing process that preserves the natural structure of HA, closely mimicking the HA found in your skin.
And unlike traditional fillers, RHA® Filler is specifically formulated to treat dynamic facial wrinkles and folds —those that appear with facial expressions such as smiling, laughing, or frowning.
Which One Is Right for You?
You don’t need to decide here.
During your free consultation, one of our board-certified plastic surgeons will listen closely to your desires and determine which of these is right for you.
So contact us today. And learn more about how you can regain your youthful look with the best dermal fillers and injectables on the market.