Dermal And Lip Fillers

What are dermal fillers?

Boosting volume beneath the skin is possible with dermal fillers. Using an informed understanding of human facial anatomy, the specialists at Illinois Dental Center of Belmont add subtle volume to areas where subdermal fat has dissipated, or in areas where you naturally don’t have much volume. 

The dermal fillers available at Illinois Dental Center of Belmont are hyaluronic acid (HA) based. HA fillers are thick and smooth in consistency, and they dissolve naturally within your skin over time. 

HA already exists in your body as a lubricant for your joints and eyes. It also exists in your skin and attracts water molecules to keep your skin hydrated and soft. In fillers like Juvéderm® and Restylane®, it maintains a supple volume that looks and feels similar to natural subdermal tissue. 

Which treatments can I get with dermal fillers?

Dermal fillers can augment certain areas of tissue to make improvements to your face’s balance and symmetry. They can also enhance your lips and reduce wrinkles. You can work with the specialists to form your own customized treatment plan or choose from preplanned treatments. 

How long do dermal fillers last?

HA dermal fillers will not last a lifetime, but you can get touch-ups to maintain your results. Typically, HA fillers like Juvéderm and Restylane vary in how long they last based on where you place them.

Lip fillers last for around six months, while fillers for large wrinkles like nasolabial folds provide volume for 9-12 months after injection. Certain HA fillers for the cheeks offer the longest duration, which is up to two years. 

The exact numbers vary based on how your unique skin and how your tissues tolerate the fillers, but after your first round, you’ll get a feel for how well the treatment works for you. 

If you’re interested in experiencing the enhancements that dermal fillers can offer, schedule a consultation over the phone or online at Illinois Dental Center of Belmont today.