The Scoop On Dermal Fillers And Botox
Most of us often ponder the thought – When should I start receiving dermal fillers and botox and how do I know what will work best for me? We all want to stay looking young and vibrant, and it is always fun and important for us to know what kinds of dermal fillers are out there and what exactly it is that they do. To help outline the kinds of products that American Medical Aesthetics works with, I have put together a guide that helps describe each injectable and how they can be used to treat and prevent wrinkles along with the appearance of aging.
Juvéderm® – A smooth consistency gel made of Hyaluronic Acid – a naturally occurring sugar based substance within our skin that helps to add volume and hydration. Your healthcare professional eases Juvéderm® injectable gel under the skin to instantly restore your skin’s volume and smooth away deep facial wrinkles and folds, such as “smile lines” or “parentheses” (nasolabial folds – the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth). With Juvéderm® the injection process takes only about 15 minutes and results are immediate. With minimal recovery or downtime, you can step into your doctor’s office for treatment and step right back into your life. And now with the newest formulation of Juvéderm® the effects of lidocaine take place in seconds, potentially reducing the need for further anesthetic. Juvéderm® injections last up to 1 year.
Radiesse® – Is made of calcium-based microspheres suspended in a water-based gel, and is injected into the skin through a simple and minimally invasive procedure. Radiesse® dermal filler is the ideal choice for total facial contouring. It can restore a healthy, youthful appearance, enhance your existing features, help you defy age and gravity, and increase your confidence – all without invasive surgery or scarring. Treatment with Radiesse® dermal filler is so simple and convenient; it can be performed during a lunch hour. You’ll see the results right away – and these results may last up to a year or more for most patients. The long-lasting effects of Radiesse® dermal filler can reduce the need for retreatment, which saves you time and money compared with other fillers. We love Radiesse® because it helps to stimulate the body’s own natural collagen production.
Restylane® – Consists of a clear Hyaluronic Acid gel. This natural acid provides volume and fullness to the skin, and is injected directly beneath the surface of the skin. The gel adds natural volume and lift resulting in smoother wrinkles and less prominent folds. Restylane® permeates the dermal tissue and naturally binds to water molecules. Through this action, the modified water molecules assist in achieving and maintaining volume possessing a natural appearance. Over time, Restylane® is gradually degraded by the body and dissolves without any residue or trace. Restylane® treatments results are immediately visible and typically last about six months. Factors such as the patient’s age, skin type, etc., will effect how long Restylane® treatments results are sustained. Occasionally, additional treatments may be required to achieve the patient’s desired outcome. Most commonly used for lip augmentation and reducing fine lines by restoring the skin and replacing the lost volume within moderate to severe wrinkles within the the nasolabial folds, melomental folds (“marionette lines”), “crow’s feet”, forehead wrinkles and around the eyes.
Perlane® – Is a much thicker Hyaluronic Acid gel that is used for deeper lines that are in need of deeper injections. Lasting up to seven months, Perlane® is used most specifically to treat severe wrinkles within the nasolabial folds and melomental folds (“marionette lines”).
Botox® – Is a prescription medicine that is a purified protein that temporarily improves the look of moderate-to-severe frown lines between the brows in adults younger than 65 years of age. Botox® Cosmetic is injected directly into the muscles between the brows. It works by blocking nerve impulses to the injected muscles and can last up to six months. This reduces muscle activity that causes persistent lines to form between the brows. Introduced in 2002, is the first botulinum toxin to be approved by the FDA for stubborn frown lines between the brows.
As with all cases, everyone had needs that are different and that is why at American Medical Aesthetics we offer complimentary consultations so that you can talk with our doctors about your concerns and we can help you define what kinds of injectables will work best for you.
