Dermal fillers
Dermal fillers are injectable substances used to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. They are a popular non-surgical option for improving the appearance of the face, hands, and other areas.
People get fillers to enhance their facial volume or iron out wrinkle so that they get a youthful appearance.
Indications
- Facial lines (wrinkles falls)
- Lip enhancement
- Cheek augmentation
- Depressed scars
- Scars due to post-surgical, traumatic, acne and other diseases.
- Tear trough
- Chin and jawline augmentation
- Breast and buttocks augmentation
Who is the right candidate for fillers?
- If you like to add volume to the face to make it appear more youthful.
- If you want to make your facial features more symmetrical.
- If you want to increase the volume of lips and cheeks.
- If you like to smooth wrinkles and creases in your face.
How is the procedure done?
Fillers are usually done in out patient department. You can get your appointment fixed as per your convenience, and get the job done. The process begins with cleaning your skin and applying a cream that creates a numbing effect. It might take 30 to 40 mins. The anesthetic numbs the area so the treatment will be more comfortable.
After deciding the area of your concerns and the volume needed we choose the pack. Using a thin needle or canula we would inject the calculated amounts of fillers under your skin. The needle prick would be felt, however, most people don’t experience much pain except for a small sting. This will be repeated for all the areas that were planned. The entire process can take a few minutes or up to 40 mins.
What is the aftercare for the dermal filler procedure?
1. Avoid Touching the Treated Area
Do not rub, massage, or apply pressure to the area for at least 24 hours.
This prevents the filler from moving and reduces the risk of infection.
2. Minimize Physical Activity
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24-48 hours to reduce swelling and bruising.
3. Use Ice Packs
Apply ice or a cold compress to reduce swelling or discomfort.
Wrap the ice pack in a clean cloth; do not apply it directly to the skin.
4. Stay Upright
Avoid lying down for 4-6 hours after treatment to prevent filler migration.
5. Avoid Makeup
Refrain from wearing makeup for at least 24 hours to avoid introducing bacteria.
6. No Alcohol or Blood Thinners
Avoid alcohol and medications like aspirin, ibuprofen, or vitamin E, as they can increase bruising.
What are the advantages of dermal filler procedures?
- Results are evident less than an hour
- It’s a nonsurgical treatment, and recovery time is minima
- Results will last depending on the type of fillers used
Contraindications
1. Positive skin testing
2. Patient with autoimmune diseases
3. History of serious anaphylactic reaction in past
4. Active local disease like acne
5. Keloidal tendency
6. Unrealistic expectations
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