Dermal Fillers in Hot Springs, AR

We stock all the different Dermal Fillers to address our patient’s needs. We are constantly evaluating the newest offerings available to us and training on the newest techniques of dermal injection.

Dermal fillers are made of various natural and synthetic materials that have been developed over the years for injection into the skin. Several dermal fillers are available for use. Each is used a little differently to obtain the optimum volume creation in different areas. Most dermal fillers being used today are composed of a polymerized & cross linked naturally occurring material called hyaluronic acid. The hyaluronic acid based dermal fillers are now the 2nd most common aesthetic procedure in the U.S. More people than ever are having this treatment because it works! It is not as expensive as a face lift, provides three dimensional correction, and it doesn’t involve any surgery.

As the use of these products has grown, so has the choice of different filler substances. Since the late 1990s, some manufacturers have been claiming that their products last longer than older fillers, and even that their effects can be permanent. The injector can provide up to date information and recommendations on the most effective fillers.

If you are considering a dermal filler procedure, the following information will give you a basic understanding of what’s involved. It can’t answer all your questions, since a lot depends on the individual patient and the practitioner. We always offer free consultations to evaluate your goals and make recommendations before treatment.

How Do Dermal Fillers Work?

As the skin ages, it gradually loses some of its collagen and fat. These are the materials that provide volume and prevent the skin from becoming saggy. Thus, as we age, our skin can become thinner and more wrinkled and lined. Dermal fillers augment this loss of volume to help restore skin to a more youthful appearance. It is injected into the skin at the location and depth that is needed to address the losses that have occurred.

Fillers come in different thicknesses, and in general, the thicker the product, the deeper it is injected into the dermis (deep layer of the skin) to help plump out fine to deep lines and wrinkles.

Results of dermal fillers occur immediately but also some swelling may occur. This will subside after a day or two. Next, the body will naturally produce more collagen in the area which will improve the results as it interlaces with the product. The body will gradually begin to breakdown the dermal filler and results will begin to diminish. At that point, the patient generally should consider an additional injection before the results completely disappear. Addition of more filler before loss of all correction provides a layering effect. This is the most effective maintenance technique for increasing the longevity of the product over time.

Your age, the severity of loss, the specific product attributes, and the volume of treatment all contribute to the longevity of results. Sometimes there is a plan to layer fillers over time to develop a more natural and longer lasting result. In general, temporary dermal filler last from 6-24 months. Thinner fillers used to address fine lines on the surface generally do not last as long as those placed deeper in the dermis. Many of the newer fillers are claiming to last up to 2 years. The results are truly individual but longevity is known to increase with each injection.

Galderma Fillers

The Restylane family has several products. Restylane L, Lyft, Defyne, Refyne, Contour, and Kysse. All are used for specific applications. An assessment is made during your initial visit and a plan is developed to best achieve your goals.