As we age, we tend to lose volume in areas of our face that used to be plump, like our cheeks. Losing this volume can lead to fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin. Dermal fillers are an easy solution to this problem, but with so many different options on the market, it’s hard to know which to choose and what to expect from the process. Here’s what you need to know before adding volume back to your face.
Why They’re Popular
Dermal fillers are great for adding volume to areas of the face that have depleted over time or for areas with not very much volume to begin with, such as the lips, cheeks and under eyes. Using dermal fillers to add volume to these areas is a great minimally invasive and non-surgical alternative to getting facial implants that add volume back into the face. 
How They Work
Most dermal fillers are made from a compound called hyaluronic acid (HA). HA is a naturally occurring sugar in the body that binds with water molecules to add volume in areas of the face that should be nice and plump. Dermal fillers help to supplement the HA that has been lost over the years to restore your full, youthful look. Most of our fillers, from the Restylane® family, are HA fillers. However, we are now re-introducing Radiesse®, which is made of calcium hydroxyapatite. This is a more long-lasting filler that unlike HA, actually stimulates collagen production.
Your Consultation
During your one-on-one consultation, Dr. Levens will sit down with you and listen to whatever concerns you may be having about your skin. At this time, he’ll provide you with a completely personalized treatment plan based on the condition of your skin and your desired results. At this time, he’ll also go over the pricing of your treatment plan. Dr. Levens offers financing plans for you as well so you don’t have to worry about paying for your treatment all at once.
Your Treatment
The treatment itself shouldn’t take very long at all – about 30-45 minutes to complete altogether. Before anything happens, Dr. Levens will cleanse your skin in preparation. Because most of the fillers used at djl plastic surgery contain lidocaine already, it’s not necessary he use any topical or local anesthetics, but can be used upon request. The procedure involves a specific technique where Dr. Levens makes multiple injections to give you your desired results. One of the best parts about fillers is there is no need for downtime, so you can get back to what you were doing immediately after your treatment.
Your Potential Results
You may seem some results immediately after your treatment, but the best results will be noticeable a few days after your treatment once the swelling and redness subside. With a healthy skincare routine and lifestyle, you should be able to see your results last anywhere between 6 and 18 months, depending on the type of filler that is used. Dr. Levens recommends coming in regularly for treatments to maintain your desired results.
If you are interested in learning more about your personalized dermal filler treatment plan, contact us today to schedule your one on one consultation.
