Fillers - Most Common Treatment Areas Revealed

Dermal fillers are a popular option for patients who want to restore some of the volume that has been lost in the face due to the aging process. They can also help to reduce the look of lines and wrinkles that have formed on the face. Even though the public often thinks of the lips and the cheeks when it comes to fillers, there are many other areas of the face that can be enhanced and revitalized thanks to the use of fillers. Take a look below to learn about the most common treatment areas on the body for fillers starting with the latest video from Cosmetic Town TV:

Fillers – Common Areas on the Body Treated by Dermal Fillers

Lip filler is able to alter and enhance the size, shape, and look of the lips. It is a popular solution for patients who have lips that are naturally thin as fillers can provide a look of fullness to the lips that also produces a more attractive pout. The doctor will mark the section of the lips where the injection will be made before using a fine needle to inject the filler. Once the filler is in the lips, the doctor will massage the area that was treated to eliminate any sort of bumpy appearance that could appear after the injection is made. In addition to improving the pout of the patient, fillers can also give the lips a look that is more proportional. Overall, the results of lip fillers include a more youthful look to the lips.

Chin filler is a treatment option for someone with a smaller chin who wants to obtain a look like the chin is elongated. Fillers in the chin are able to provide a change in the facial profile of the patient by adding more definition to the “chin point” in addition to elongating the jawline. The increase in the projection of the chin also supports soft tissues that are aging which adds to the enhanced appearance of the face while still maintaining a natural look.

Cheek fillers give a greater contour to the face as well as a rejuvenated look thanks to the restored volume that occurs in the cheeks. The doctor will mark certain points on the face and these points are the injection sites. The procedure usually only takes a few minutes per site and the doctor will massage the treated areas while also determining if more filler needs to be added to the cheeks. The markings will be cleaned off once the treatment is finished. The fillers add volume to the malar prominence of the cheek for a lifted and younger appearance to the cheeks.

Fillers under the eyes address issues with dark circles and the look of hollow eyes as their appearance on the face can give a person an older and more tired look. They can start to appear as a person gets older and they can also be treated with “tear trough” filler to lessen their look. Fillers that are placed under the eyes reduce the look of dark circles and hollow eyes and give a refreshed and rejuvenated look while also enhancing the contour of the midface area. Each area under the eyes will need a separate syringe to treat the hollow eyes and dark circles.

Traditional filler is able to treat facial folds that appear as a person ages. As a person gets older, the laugh lines on the face can start to gain a deeper look and other facial folds can start to become more easily seen by others. Aging causes a loss of volume in the face and the skin and muscles start to droop downwards and begin to sag. When they start to sag, the face can begin to show creases that are deep and obvious on the face. Once these areas are treated with filler, the tissues of the face will be lifted gently and filled-in with more volume. Also, the addition of volume back into the targeted areas of the face will reduce the creases for a more youthful look and improved contour.

Fillers – What is the Recovery Period?

Once the fillers are placed in the targeted area of the face, the patient needs to stay in an upright position for anywhere from three to four hours. The head should also be elevated while the person is sleeping in order to reduce any swelling that might occur.

The patient should massage the treated area unless instructed not to by the doctor and the person should not perform any bending or strenuous activities for a period of several hours after the injections.

Fillers – How Long do They Last?

Keep in mind that the results from fillers are not permanent. The length of the results depends on the type of filler and the amount of filler that was injected. The patient will need to have follow-up treatments to maintain the results.

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