Although you may not remember, there was a time when you looked in the mirror and didn’t see them. Yes, wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging skin. Now, each time you see your face looking back at you in the mirror, you do see them. But are wrinkles something you simply have to learn to accept?
Fortunately, they are not. You have the power to turn back the hands of time with dermal fillers, a non-surgical way to target the most frustrating aging signs.
Dermal fillers are entirely non-surgical, but they can target a wide variety of conditions, including restoring volume to parts of the face that have hollowed or become gaunt and can even plump up the lips.
What are Dermal Fillers?
Before examining the key benefits of dermal fillers, let’s take a quick look at what a dermal filler is:
Dermal fillers are essentially soft, smooth gels injected under the skin to reduce fine lines, furrows, wrinkles, sagging skin, and other aging signs. Infused with a local anesthetic, fillers are injected under your skin with no pain or bruising.
The result is healthier, tighter, fuller, and younger-looking skin that will leave you feeling younger and more confident. Your self-esteem will get a further boost because although everyone will notice a positive change, no one will know why.
To learn more about why they are such a sought after a cosmetic procedure, Dr. Machida encourages you to consider these five excellent benefits of the dermal fillers he recommends:
1. No Recovery or Downtime
There’s a reason dermal facelifts are called “lunchtime facelifts.” Completed in around 15 minutes to an hour, they require almost no downtime, since they only minimally interfere with your daily routine. You can easily have a dermal filler treatment and return to work without worrying about side effects.
2. Immediately Visible Results
With your dermal filler injections, the improvement in your facial lines becomes immediately apparent. You won’t need to wait to enjoy the treatment benefits as you would with other procedures. Fillers’ full effects become visible in a matter of days as the filler settles under your skin.
3. Long-Lasting Results
How long your results last depends on the filler’s specific formula. However, in most cases, you’ll be able to enjoy your new youthful glow for anywhere from 6 months to 2 years. To maintain your results, plan on scheduling touch-up appointments according to Dr. Machina’s recommendations.
4. Minimal Risk
Dermal fillers carry the minor risks of redness, swelling, soreness, and mild bruising at the injection site. We will provide an ice pack to reduce the swelling and discomfort. The injection sites will feel tender for a couple of days, and you should be able to get by without any medication.
5. Confidence Boost
Your dermal filler treatment will improve your appearance in a very subtle way. While you won’t become a completely different or unrecognizable version of yourself, your facial contours will be sharper and your skin smoother. Everyone around you will notice your youthful glow.
Get That Refreshed Look!
To discover how dermal fillers can restore volume and fullness to areas of your face, come in for a consultation at STC Plastic Surgery in Inland Empire, CA. Contact us online or call us today at (909) 476-2600. We look forward to helping you regain your youthful look!