The Power of Dermal Fillers
Does your face seem to be losing its youthful vibrancy? Bring that vigor and vitality back with dermal fillers from the Little Rock area’s Dermatology Group of Arkansas. Fillers can rejuvenate your appearance by restoring natural volume and smoothing out signs of aging. Read on to learn more about these popular injectables …
A Dive Into Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers are gel-like substances injected under the skin to restore lost volume, smooth lines, and soften creases. They are also used to enhance facial contours, such as the apple of the cheeks. The injectables can address a variety of common concerns, including wrinkles around the mouth and nose, hollow or sunken cheeks, and thin or asymmetrical lips. They can also enhance contour and definition on the jawline.
Key Benefits
Quick and Effective
Typically taking less than an hour to complete, hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers deliver results that are visible right away, which makes them an ideal treatment for those on the go.
Minimal Downtime
You can return to your everyday activities shortly after your treatment session. Virtually no down time is needed.
Long-Lasting Results
Depending on the type of filler used, results may last from six months to two years.
What to Expect During the Session
After a consultation with your dermatologist, we will mark strategic points on your face as guides to the appropriate injection sites. The injection itself usually takes only a few moments per site, and a full treatment generally takes just about 30 to 45 minutes. After the injection, we will clean the injection sites and apply a topical ice pack to help with any minor discomfort or swelling.
Safety and Side Effects
When performed by an experienced injector—like a member of the Dermatology Group of Arkansas team—dermal fillers are considered safe. While some patients might experience temporary redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection sites, these side effects tend to resolve naturally over a short period.
Dermatology Group of Arkansas: Your Partner in Skin Care
At Dermatology Group of Arkansas, our goal is to help you achieve healthy, rejuvenated skin that radiates confidence. Our team of board-certified dermatologists use the latest techniques and technologies in dermal fillers to maximize safe procedures and optimal results.
Ready to revitalize your look? Contact Dermatology Group of Arkansas today to schedule your personalized consultation. Let’s embark on this journey to a younger-looking you, together.
What Should You Know About Juvederm® Aftercare?
When it comes to reducing wrinkles that result from muscle activity in the face (which are referred to as dynamic wrinkles), neuromodulators like BOTOX® are the gold standard. However, for wrinkles that deepen in the face because of collagen deficiency, loss of moisture, or the breakdown of skin cells due to exposure to other environmental aggressors, facial fillers are best. These gels are injected beneath the skin, acting as a temporary replacement for the collagen, fat, or other volume-providing substances the skin is lacking. Hyaluronic acid facial fillers such as Juvederm® injections from our Little Rock-based practice are one of the best ways of restoring volume to areas where it is diminished in the skin or adding more definition to facial contours.
Since it’s a non-surgical procedure, one of the major advantages of this treatment is that there is very little recovery time and few limitations on activities after, meaning patients will be able to resume their usual routine right away for the most part. Nevertheless, there are still some side effects that may occur after having any type of injectable, and it’s helpful to know what to expect during recovery.
Don’t Put Too Much Pressure on Your Skin
When it comes to fillers, it’s wise to remember that you can look as much as you want, but try not to touch your face too frequently. If you massage or poke at your face too much, the activity could undo the work that has been done by the injector. Try to avoid deep facials, sleeping in positions that put too much pressure on your skin (such as the side or stomach), or wearing heavy glasses.
Apply Ice
To decrease some of the redness and swelling, try icing the treatment area right after the injections. Don’t leave ice on for too long, though. Try a few minutes on, then give your skin a break to avoid damaging it with cold.
Avoid Certain Activities
Rest up, avoid stress, and keep your heart rate down after getting fillers. Some activities or environments could increase your heart rate and blood flow to the facial area, which can make swelling and bruising worse. Avoid sun exposure, blood thinners such as NSAIDs, smoking, and exercise for the first 24 hours at least. You should also stay out of spas and saunas for about a day.
For more advice about facial fillers, contact Dermatology Group of Arkansas. Call us at 501-227-8422 or 1-800-225-8422 or submit a contact form to request a consultation.