Cosmetic Procedures: Injectables and Fillers

Injectable fillers may be one of the greatest advancements in the cosmetic industry, and the last few years have seen an explosion in the technology of cosmetic injectable filler treatments.

As we all wish to maintain a youthful, glowing appearance, cosmetic injectables are a safe way to fill wrinkles without surgery. Injectable fillers improve hollows that occur with aging, as well as augment cheeks, raise eyebrows and fill in dark circles.

Types of injectable fillers:

Restylane is a naturally-safe cosmetic filler that is commonly used to fill moderate to severe wrinkles or folds (such as lines from the nose to the corners of the mouth), as well as add volume to the skin around the mouth. It is also used to fill wrinkles surrounding the lips and in depressions beneath the eyes. At present, Restylane has been approved by the FDA for lip enhancement in patients over 21 years of age. As an injectable filler treatment, Restylane lasts approximately 5-7 months.

Sculptra is a cosmetic injectable filler composed of poly-L-lactic acid, and absorbable material that gives you a more natural-looking appearance over time. Sculptra became FDA-approved for the treatment of hollowing or thinning of the face secondary to medical illness. Sculptra targets the underlying causes of the signs of facial aging - working deep in the dermis, where the structure of the skin is reinforced. As the cosmetic filler degrades, a collagen response gradually restores the look of fullness in the face. A course of three Sculptra injections (over a few months) can create an effect that lasts up to two years. This takes weeks to months to see the full effect of the product.

Juvederm is a cosmetic filler formulated with and without lidocaine, a common anesthetic, to provide a more comfortable experience during and after treatment. It provides the smooth, natural-looking results you expect, with the improved comfort you want.

Radiesse is a cosmetic filler composed of calcium hydroxylapatite, a natural, long-lasting injectable filler that can augment the cheeks, fill in deep wrinkles and slightly upturn the corners of the mouth in aging patients.

Perlane is a dermal cosmetic filler composed of a natural substance called hyaluronic acid that can be used to treat moderate to severe facial wrinkles.

Xeomin is a BOTOX alternative (botulinum toxin type A) that works by blocking signals from the nerves to the muscles, effectively paralyzing wrinkles.

What to know about injectable filler treatments:

Discover which cosmetic fillers are right for you by calling us for your personal in-depth consultation with Dr. Vargas.