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Have you ever wanted to reverse the passage of time on your face, but without undergoing cosmetic surgery? Today we have good news for you: improving the appearance of the skin, filling in wrinkles and expression lines, and fighting some small defects on the face is possible with the use of facial fillers.
In this new blog post we will tell you what these fillers are, how they are applied, how long they last and what goals you can achieve with them. Let’s get started!
Facial fillers or dermal fillers are absorbable materials that are injected in order to improve the skin´s overall appearance. There are two types of fillers: biological or natural, such as autologous fat (extracted from the patient), and non-biological ones, which are synthetic materials that are biocompatible with the human body.
Fillers are applied on an outpatient basis in the plastic surgery specialist’s office using microinjections. The results of the procedure are immediate and no postoperative care or hospitalization is required.
HA is a compound present in joints, skin and eye tissues. It is a very important substance in the recovery of wounds, healing, water retention in the skin and in the youthful appearance of the skin. In cosmetics its use is more than known in creams, serums, masks and dermal fillers.
Hyaluronic acid fillers are used to fight wrinkles and expression lines, but also to model some features such as lip augmentation and remodeling, rhinoplasty, chin augmentation or cheekbone filling.
HA fillers are biocompatible, with immediate results that last between 6 and 9 months and have a natural appearance.
Calcium hydrohilapatite is a substance that is less known than hyaluronic acid, but it is also found in the human body, as it is a compound of the bones. CaHA is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a dermal filler that is applied as an injectable gel, with calcium-rich microspheres that are recommended as a treatment to delay aging.
CaHA fillers can be used in rhinoplasty, jawline contouring, chin augmentation, forehead wrinkles, nasolabial folds, as well as an acne scar filler.
Both CaHA and hyaluronic acid fillers are free of animal origin ingredients. They are absorbable and biocompatible as they are substances that are present in the human body. For this reason, allergies or adverse effects are not frequent.
In addition, both substances stimulate the natural production of collagen, so the results are very natural.
Since CaHA based products contain zero ingredients of animal origin and are fully absorbed by the human body their application is remarkably risk free. Patients are not even required to undergo skin tests before the procedure and allergic reactions and adverse effects are very rare. As a substance that already exists in the human body and increases collagen levels within the skin, it has the awesome power to deliver exceptionally natural looking results. The effects usually last between 1 and 2 years because the gel does not migrate.
Polylactic acid fillers are synthetic. They have been used for more than 40 years, with diverse applications in cosmetics and facial rejuvenation. In addition, its duration is greater than that of biological materials, since the results can last up to 3 years.
PLA is used to give volume under the skin, correct facial asymmetries, nasolabial folds, rhinomodelling and to fill wrinkles and expression lines.
This substance also stimulates collagen production because the human body recognizes the PLA microspheres and acts by sending collagen, so it also provides natural results and a longer-lasting effect, although more sessions are needed.
It is a minimally invasive procedure, in which only a topical anesthetic and small injections are applied in the area to be treated.
• The results are gradual, although from the application you will see the effect on your skin.
• Sessions last from 30 to 45 minutes and you can return to your activities immediately
• No risk of allergic reactions
• It is an alternative to facelift, rhinoplasty and mentoplasty surgeries
In general, men and women of legal age are candidates for dermal fillers. However, it is essential to visit the specialist in order to review your case, analyze whether fillers are an option for you, and choose the most suitable material for your case.
If you live in the United States and are looking for a more affordable option for plastic surgery, Mexico is the ideal destination. Here you will find certified plastic surgeons, highly trained for all types of surgeries, such as Dr. Juan Gordillo. Its procedures are innovative, with state-of-the-art technology, materials and medications approved by the FDA, it has bilingual staff, and many options for lodging. The best? A savings of up to 70% compared to plastic surgeries in the US.
If you are thinking of applying facial fillers, Dr. Juan Gordillo is a specialist in BBL treatments, breast lift ,breast reduction, mentoplasty, mommy makeover and can help you. Schedule your assessment appointment through our contact form and improve the appearance of your face with the help of Dr. Gordillo, a Plastic Surgeon in Guadalajara.
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