Fillers
Fillers
What Are Fillers?
Fillers are injectable substances used to restore volume and reshape small areas of the face. They provide immediate results with the advantage of being discreet and natural-looking. The two main effects of fillers are:
- Restoring volume: Helps in areas that have lost volume due to aging or other factors.
- Stimulating collagen production: Encourages the body to produce more collagen for long-lasting results.
Fillers are temporary, with effects lasting approximately 6 to 12 months before they are naturally absorbed by the body and need to be reapplied.
When Are Fillers Applied?
Fillers are typically used to treat static wrinkles—wrinkles that remain visible even when the face is at rest and are not related to facial expression movements.
Before treatment, it is important to rule out autoimmune pathologies or infections, as their presence makes filler treatment contraindicated.
Prior Examination
- A comprehensive eye and eyelid examination is essential before filler treatment.
- Patients are advised to avoid taking anticoagulants or aspirin prior to the procedure.
Surgery
- The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia in the doctor's office.
- Injection is done through a fine needle to fill the wrinkles or add volume to specific areas.
- After the treatment, the eye area is usually covered for approximately one week.
Summary
- Fillers are a temporary and non-invasive solution for volume restoration and wrinkle reduction.
- The procedure has immediate effects, with results that typically last between 6 to 12 months.
- It is especially useful for static wrinkles and volume loss due to aging.