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Are you considering dermal filler for facial balancing? Do you have questions about what it is and how it works? Dermal filler can be a great way to reverse the effects of aging, improve facial symmetry, and give a more refreshed look. In this blog post, we will discuss what dermal filler is and how it can be used for facial balancing.
What is dermal filler and how can it be used for facial balancing?
Dermal filler is a type of injectable treatment that helps restore lost volume and smooth out wrinkles and folds in the skin of the face. It contains hyaluronic acid, which is a naturally occurring substance found in your body that helps maintain healthy skin tissue. Dermal fillers are used to add fullness to areas such as the cheeks, lips, chin, and jawline. They can also be used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles around the mouth or eyes.
How to determine if you need dermal filler
Most patients looking to get dermal filler are doing so because of either natural volume loss that comes with age or looking to improve their facial symmetry. The best way to determine if you need dermal filler is by consulting with an experienced cosmetic doctor or nurse practitioner who specializes in aesthetic treatments. At Cameo, we offer skin consultations you to come to the office so that we can evaluate your specific skin needs and goals. Based on your individual needs, we will recommend a course of action that may include dermal filler combined with other treatments for optimal results.
Most common areas of the face treated when facial balancing
When facial balancing with dermal fillers, there are several areas that may be treated depending on your individual needs. The following are the most common:
- Cheeks – Restoring lost volume and contouring of the cheeks
- Chin – Enhancing the shape according to the patient’s facial features
- Lips – Plumping thin lips or smoothing lines that come with age
How long dermal filler lasts
Dermal filler typically lasts from 6 months up to a year depending on which type and where it’s injected into your face. This makes filler a great option for those who want a more natural-looking solution without having to commit to surgery. We will be able to provide you with an estimate about how long it should last for you before starting treatment so that you know what kind of timeline you’re working with when deciding whether or not this is right for you. The amount of time filler lasts also varies naturally patient to patient depending on their metabolism, how active they are, etc. So in order to get an accurate estimate of how long your facial balancing results will last, it’s always important to talk to your provider.
Overview of the appointment and recovery
After determining which areas need treating, your provider will decide on how much product should be used based on their assessment of the area(s) being treated. The actual procedure can be as short as 15-30 minutes depending on how many areas are being treated. In order to minimize discomfort for the patient, numbing cream is always applied beforehand which will need to sit for around 15 minutes for its effects to set in. The use of lidocaine mixed into the product itself can also be used to prevent as much discomfort as possible.
After the injections, patients should expect some slight swelling & bruising around injection sites. These usually subside within 2-3 days following the procedure. To be safe, we always advise you to book your filler appointments around your schedule so that you have enough time to adequately heal before any major events.
Dermal filler offers a simple yet effective way to restore lost volume in various areas of the face while helping create more balance overall, making it an ideal treatment option for those looking for subtle yet noticeable anti-aging results. Whether used alone or combined with other aesthetic procedures such as Botox or microneedling, dermal fillers allow women everywhere to achieve their desired look without having to go through risky surgical procedures. Book a consultation here to talk to an experienced practitioner today if this seems like something that could benefit you. We would love to see you in our office!
