Key Takeaways:
- Popular dermal fillers with ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid, Calcium Hydroxylapatite, Poly-L-Lactic Acid, etc., can deliver unique results for all kinds of skin concerns.
- When you know what each ingredient is capable of, you can make an informed selection that gracefully enhances your features.
- Book a free in-person consultation with Dr. Naqvi to understand which dermal filler works best for your skin needs.
If the various types of dermal fillers and injectables have you confused, you’re not alone. It’s easy to get overwhelmed with the variety of skin-smoothing solutions available today.
But dermal fillers have become the go-to non-surgical solution loved by patients and cosmetologists alike. While hyaluronic acid has long been the star of the beauty industry, collagen dermal fillers have also surfaced as another popular choice.
We can take you through the top injectable dermal fillers with their ingredients, so you can decode the skin science behind them all.
How Dermal Fillers Can Enhance Your Appearance
Dermal fillers are known for their amazing skin-smoothing abilities. But they go above and beyond to transform your appearance in many other ways, too:
- Reducing smile lines
- Erasing crow’s feet
- Diminishing wrinkles
- Fading frown lines
But before you sit in the chair and face the needle, don’t you want to know which ingredients might help you look younger?
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Types of Dermal Fillers & What They Are Made With
1. Juvéderm
Hyaluronic acid is a popular ingredient in dermal fillers for its natural volumizing and plumping effects. It’s no wonder that Juvéderm is such a favorite among our patients at Rénove for its low downtime procedure and long-lasting effects.
| Primary Ingredient | Treatment Areas | Skin Science |
|---|---|---|
| Hyaluronic Acid (HA) | • Cheeks • Chin • Lips • Jawline • Undereyes • Facial lines |
Juvéderm uses 6 different HA formulas that can add volume temporarily to 7 different parts of the face. As it dissolves over time, it leaves behind collagen. |
2. Radiesse
Radiesse® is a type of dermal filler made using Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA), which is found in our bones. This is the only CaHA product out of all dermal fillers and injectables that has the FDA’s stamp of approval for treating the lower face and hands.
| Primary Ingredient | Treatment Areas | Skin Science |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA) | • Lower face • Hands |
CaHA stimulates the body’s natural production of collagen. |
3. Sculptra
Treatment with collagen dermal fillers like Poly-L-Lactic Acid is slightly different from treatment with traditional fillers, since you won’t see instant results. This makes Sculptra® filler the best option for a subtle but noticeable and gradual change in your skin texture.
| Primary Ingredient | Treatment Areas | Skin Science |
|---|---|---|
| Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA) | • Cheeks • Temples • Jawline • Chin |
Sculptra restores your skin’s inner structure. It stimulates your natural rate of collagen production. |
4. Bellafill
Although we don’t offer this type of dermal filler at our Kingwood clinic, Bellafill is often used to correct skin imperfections from intense acne scarring. It works to replace lost volume under the skin.
| Primary Ingredient | Treatment Areas | Skin Science |
|---|---|---|
| Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) | • Vertical lipstick lines and nasolabial folds • Around the nose and cheeks (mid-face volume loss) • Eye hollows • Lips and chin • Acne scars |
Collagen and very small balls are injected underneath the skin. These minuscule balls keep the skin firm. |
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How to Choose the Right Type of Dermal Filler
Choosing the right dermal filler or injectable treatment has a significant impact on how your skin looks and feels post-treatment, so leaving it up to the experts is ideal. Well, that’s where Dr. Naqvi comes in.
Before booking your filler appointment, we’ll ask you to come in for a consultation. This is a chance for us to get to know you and your skin goals, all of which is valuable information when it comes to picking the right type of dermal filler and ingredients for you.
What Can I Expect During Treatment?
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Minimal Downtime
Whether you choose hyaluronic acid or collagen, getting dermal fillers is completely non-surgical and minimally invasive. The entire process takes under an hour, and our patients typically go right back to their day after their appointment.
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Customizable
Every patient is unique, and so are their skin concerns. That’s why we customize a specific plan for you that targets any problem areas with more precision.
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Visible Results
One of the main reasons dermal fillers are such a popular type of treatment for skin smoothing is how effective and noticeable the results are. You’ll see results pretty soon after your treatment, and it’s easy to schedule touch-ups to keep your skin smooth and youthful-looking.
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Manageable Pain
Most of our patients have mentioned how comfortable the process is. You might feel a slight prick from the injection itself, but otherwise, any pain you might feel is entirely manageable.
At Rénove Medical Spa, we prioritize delivering premier health, wellness, and skin care with affordable financing options on dermal fillers, injectables, and other treatments. Don’t just take our word for it. Our patients’ med spa reviews say it all.
FAQs
Which is the longest-lasting type of dermal filler?
Juvéderm and Restylane both have long-lasting effects. These dermal fillers have hyaluronic acid as their primary ingredient.
Which filler looks most natural?
Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are known for giving you natural-looking results that mimic the same effect of our body’s natural hyaluronic acid.
Are collagen dermal fillers painful?
Not at all. Any discomfort or pain you’ll feel during treatment is mild and manageable.
Is Botox also a type of dermal filler?
No, it isn’t a dermal filler. Botox is a neuromodulator. That means it helps certain muscles relax, which reduces dynamic wrinkles caused by facial expressions. By contrast, fillers are used to fill in the wrinkles and smooth them.
