If you want to rejuvenate your skin without undergoing any aggressive surgical procedures, a dermal filler may be your best option. Dermal fillers are increasing in popularity because they are safer and less expensive than surgery. You can regain the youthful vitality of your skin after just one treatment, and the effects can last for months.

A dermal filler is an injectable solution that fills the soft tissue under the skin. You can choose a synthetic or natural filler, and you will need to select an absorbable or non-absorbable option as well. Each variation improves the appearance of aging, wrinkling and sagging skin. Dermal fillers are ideal for filling in creases and lines, plumping up the lips and cheeks, and enhancing facial contours.

In general, a dermal filler procedure is performed on an outpatient basis. The number of injections you receive and the depth of insertion depend on the type of filler you request. There is minimal pain involved, and you will be able to resume normal activities immediately. You may need to postpone more strenuous activities for a day or two following the procedure.

Before choosing any treatment, consider the effects you want to achieve. The practitioner performing the procedure can tell you what to expect from each option. For more information, check the FDA website for a list of approved fillers, which includes the side effects and benefits of each type. Regardless of which one you select, dermal fillers offer a nonsurgical solution to the aging skin challenge.

As the effects of aging become apparent in the form of facial lines and wrinkles, you may have considered non-surgical treatment options like dermal fillers. These injectables are designed to eliminate or reduce the appearances of fine lines, folds and wrinkles. With age, your skin loses collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid by producing these substances as slower rates. Many dermal fillers feature natural ingredients to replenish the skin’s supply and restore a youthful look.

HA is a natural substance found throughout your body, and it provides the skin elasticity, volume and hydration. As you age and your body produces less HA, you may notice wrinkles, folds and a tired appearance. At Skin by Lovely, we offer dermal fillers with a stabilized form of HA, which is biocompatible with your skin. A trained professional injects small quantities of the filler into the wrinkle to smooth it out and reduce its appearance. Dermal fillers also help improve definition and hydrate your skin.

Different formulas are available to treat varying degrees of wrinkles. Our Santa Monica patients have received successful results for the treatment of crow’s feet, eyebrow lines, nasolabial folds, frown lines and lip enhancement with dermal fillers. Some fillers include anesthetics to improve your comfort throughout the injection procedure. HA dermal fillers offer long-lasting, natural results for younger looking skin. Patients often choose these treatment options to increase elasticity and improve the look of fullness. Skin by Lovely recommends follow-up sessions every six to 12 months to maintain your desired results.