Dermal Fillers

As you age, your collagen production decreases, causing a loss of volume in your face. Fortunately, you can rejuvenate your face painlessly with effective dermal fillers. Makenzie McQuay, APRN, and the aesthetic experts at Refinement Medspa & Aesthetics in Plano, Texas, protect your natural beauty against the effects of aging. Call the office or schedule a consultation using the online booking tool to determine if dermal fillers are right for you.

What are dermal fillers?

Dermal fillers are cosmetic injectables that restore your skin’s fullness using a gellike substance to add volume. While Botox® works to reduce wrinkles where your face is expressive, dermal fillers address wrinkles along with hollow areas and sagging skin.

Fillers use hyaluronic acid (HA), which occurs naturally in your skin, eyes, and joints as a lubricant. It’s a smooth gel that mimics the texture of the soft layer of fat just beneath your skin.

The hyaluronic acid naturally dissolves into your tissues and your body later excretes it as waste. Most HA dermal fillers last six to 12 months, depending on where you place them. You can repeat the injections to enjoy continuous results.

Which cosmetic problems can dermal fillers treat?

The Refinement Medspa & Aesthetics team uses dermal fillers to help their patients minimize many cosmetic concerns. You could benefit from fillers if you’d like to improve:

• Deep nasolabial folds
• Hollow cheeks
• Thinning and/or lined lips
• Sagging jowls

If loss of fullness in your face is causing wrinkles or changing your appearance in an unwanted way, ask your Refinement Medspa & Aesthetics provider about dermal fillers.

What is the process for getting dermal fillers?

Getting your filler is a fast, easy, and comfortable process. The needle your provider uses for the injection is extremely small. You can typically expect little to no discomfort, and the treatment takes just a few minutes.

Recovery time is minimal after dermal fillers. You should be able to return to work and daily activities immediately. However, avoid strenuous exercise for 24-48 hours to minimize swelling and bruising.

Apply ice to your skin for any discomfort or swelling after the injections. If you experience signs of a complication, like bleeding or a fever, report them to the team immediately.

Dermal filler effects can last a year or more. If you notice a loss of facial volume down the road, your Refinement Medspa & Aesthetics provider can offer a touch-up treatment to preserve your more youthful appearance.

Call Refinement Medspa & Aesthetics or schedule an appointment online today for more information about dermal fillers.