What are the Different Types of Facial Fillers Available?

Injectable fillers, also known as dermal fillers, are superheroes in the fight against aging. Fillers can plump thin lips, enhance cheekbones, smooth lines in the face, and leave the skin looking softer and more rejuvenated. This cosmetic treatment is a popular procedure for both men and women for its ability to be customized and have quick results with little downtime. Located in Portland, OR, Après Plastic Surgery helps individuals seeking injectable fillers to help them turn back the hands of time. Read below for more information about the different types of fillers available.

How do dermal fillers work?

Dermal fillers are gel-like substances that are injected under the skin. They can address a variety of everyday concerns such as under-eye circles, lifting cheekbones, plumping lips, and smoothing lines and folds. Cosmetic fillers are composed of a variety of substances, some naturally occurring and some synthetic. One of the most common ingredients is hyaluronic acid (HA). Sometimes referred to as “nature's moisturizer,” it is responsible for keeping the joints lubricated and the skin hydrated and volumized. Other fillers are made of polylactic acid, a synthetic, biodegradable material that has been used for other skin-related applications. Dermal fillers are typically better known by their brand names — Juvederm®, Restylane®, and Radiesse® are some of the options offered by the board-certified plastic surgeons at Après Plastic Surgery.

Am I a candidate for dermal fillers?

Dermal fillers are an excellent option for men and women in the Portland area who are in good general health and want to address issues such as fine lines, Crow's feet, smile and frown lines, marionette lines, nasolabial folds, and more. Fillers can also replenish lost volume in the lips, cheeks, and hands. During your consultation, your medical history will be reviewed, including any medications or supplements you may be taking. To understand which fillers will improve your appearance and where they should be placed, you may be asked to make a few facial expressions such as smiling or frowning.

All of our facial filler options are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the safe and effective treatment of facial lines, wrinkles, and contours. Prior to treatment, it is important to disclose any allergies or health conditions to your injector. While we do not suggest dermal fillers for pregnant or breastfeeding women, the talented team at Après Plastic Surgery can recommend alternative skin care treatments to rejuvenate your face.

Juvederm injectable fillers

Après Plastic Surgery offers Juvederm injectables to correct wrinkles and fine lines. Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid dermal filler that helps to restore the skin's natural collagen levels, acts as a cushion under the skin, and minimizes wrinkles for a more youthful appearance. Juvederm can be used in various areas of the face, such as around the mouth, cheeks, nose, and forehead. This remarkable filler is natural-looking and can also help reduce the appearance of scars.

Juvederm Voluma: This deep tissue injection corrects medium- or deep-set wrinkles throughout the face. This includes the lines around the nose and mouth that are often related to volume loss caused by age.

Juvederm Volbella and Ultra XC: Used to add volume to the lower lip, upper lip, or the entire mouth while also improving the look of vertical lines on the lips. The improvements generally last up to a year.

Juvederm Vollure and XC: This injection is fantastic for those medium or deep wrinkles throughout the face, including nasolabial folds and other lines around the nose and mouth. The results, on average, are visible for up to a year.

Restylane injectable fillers

Restylane is a dermal filler that can be used almost anywhere on the face lacking volume, shape, or a smooth contour, such as the cheeks, eyes, and lips. Injections of Restylane can produce smoother, younger-looking skin for 6-9 months at a time.

Restylane Refyne: Refyne is injected to rejuvenate moderate facial wrinkles, like laugh and smile lines.

Restylane Lyft: This filler is a fantastic treatment for patients with deep wrinkles and prominent expression lines, Crow's feet, extensive acne scars, or hollow cheeks. It can also be used for under-eye circles and volume loss, drooping brows, and more.

Restylane Silk: Restylane Silk adds fullness for luscious lips. Patients can enjoy the results for up to a year with maintenance injections. Restylane Silk can also fill in volume loss, encompassing the mouth to soften the appearance of wrinkles.

Restylane Defyne: If you have severe nasolabial folds and marionette lines, this filler is is a good option. These treatments provide a natural aesthetic benefit of a mid-to-profound cosmetic injectable.

Radiesse injectable fillers

Radiesse is an ideal dermal filler for mild-to-moderate facial lines and wrinkles, and for reversing age-related volume loss in the hands. Radiesse is an injectable that uses calcium hydroxyapatite microspheres in a water-based gel. It's capable of plumping and softening the skin to improve your self-image and boost your confidence Radiesse typically lasts 1-2 years, which is longer than other dermal fillers.

Learn more about dermal fillers

Who doesn't want to look and feel younger? If you live in the Lake Oswego, Beaverton or Greater Portland, OR areas, Après Plastic Surgery can offer the right dermal filler for your needs. At our cosmetic surgery clinic, we will conduct a comprehensive analysis of your skin and problem areas so we can make personalized recommendations about injectable dermal fillers. Contact our office today to learn more about the benefits of dermal fillers.