What are Hyluronic Acid Fillers?
Hyaluronic acid fillers were the first fillers on the market in the United States, and the pioneering formula. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body. In regard to fillers, this is a broad term encompassing various different brands and manufacturers. All hyaluronic acid-based fillers are made with natural hyaluronic acid. Therefore, the chance of having an allergic reaction is greatly reduced. Additionally, it is safe and easily dissolvable with hyaluronidase if desired. This makes this class of filler one of the most popular and safest types available.
Dermal filler injections are used to treat moderate to severe facial wrinkles like nasolabial folds and marionette lines as well as age-related volume loss. They are not intended for dynamic wrinkles caused by repeated facial expressions, but botulinum toxin injectables can be combined with facial fillers to address both concerns and achieve full-face rejuvenation.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is the lightest,
most natural filler.
At Janiga MDs, Dr. Timothy Janiga specializes in plastic surgery and Dr. Jennifer Janiga specializes in dermatology, giving their practice a unique, comprehensive perspective on their patients’ cosmetic needs in the Reno, Nevada area.
Comparing Hyaluronic Fillers
There are many similarities among the different types of hyaluronic acid fillers, as well as a few differences, all of which can help Dr. Jennifer Janiga and her associates select which one is right for you and for the specific area of your face or body that you would like to treat.
The main similarity is that they are all based in hyaluronic acid, which is similar among species, safe, and dissolvable. Most of the manufacturers make hyaluronic acid of different thicknesses, thus providing a wide variety of formulas for all the different areas of the face and body.
The differences among the hyaluronic acid fillers are very detailed, but generally they revolve around the thickness of the product and the longevity of the results. Fillers can be thin, medium, or thick. Depending on the product chosen, they can last anywhere from six months up to two years!
Your practitioner will choose a specific dermal filler based on the area that you would like treated, and your unique facial features and anatomy. For example, thin fillers such as Volbella are placed in the tear troughs to improve the look of under-eye hollows. Thin fillers are also usually placed in the lips, this includes products like Juvéderm Ultra, Volbella, Restylane, or Restylane Silk. In the nasolabial folds, a medium thickness filler is usually placed and the choices here are Juvéderm Ultra Plus, Restylane Lift, and Vollure. Thicker products, such as Restylane Lift and Voluma, can be used for temples and cheekbones as well as the jowl line to add volume and improve the facial contours. There are even uses for hyaluronic acid fillers off the face, including products that can be used for the crepey skin on the chest as well as the aging on the top of the hands.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hyaluronic Fillers
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Are the results of hyaluronic acid fillers instant?
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Hyaluronic acid fillers are the main staple of facial rejuvenation and revolumization in the United States, and there are many options to choose from to best fit your needs. Meet with your board-certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist to decide which filler is best for you and for the specific area that you are trying to treat. At Janiga MDs, Dr. Jennifer Janiga and her associates are highly qualified to help you make the right choice for hyaluronic acid fillers in Reno, NV. To get started, call our office today or fill out our online form.
