DERMAL FILLER

You might not think of fat and tissue volume as a benefit. After all, most of us would be happy to see the fat in our midsections diminish. However, when it comes to skin, the layer of fatty tissue below the epidermis is something we would rather keep. It provides the full lips, apple cheeks, and smooth facial contours that we associate with youth. Over time, the fatty layer below the skin becomes thinner, just as the body is producing less collagen and the skin becomes drier. Filler helps to replace the loss of volume as we age.

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BREAK IT DOWN FOR ME

WHAT DOES IT DO?

Cliff notes: Fill, sculpt and contour

As we age and lose volume in the way of collagen and hyaluronic acid, the visible effects may include hollow cheeks, thin lips, sagging skin, wrinkles, and general loss of youthful shape. Volume loss also impacts other areas of the body, such as the backs of hands. By injecting a filler product made of hyaluronic acid, volume can be restored in areas giving you a more youthful appearance. In modern dermal fillers, the most popular ingredient is HA (hyaluronic acid). It is a type of sugar acid, naturally present in the skin. It has the ability to bind with moisture, helping skin stay plump and hydrated. Restlyane’s line of fillers are formulated with cross-linked HA, which is designed to function just like natural HA. It was one of the first HA fillers on the market, and it continues to be one of the most requested brand names.

HOW DOES THE APPOINTMENT GO?

Cliff notes: 30-60 minutes,depending on location

After we check you in at Obsidian, we'll take you to one of our treatment rooms. Our expert injector will talk to you about your goals, what bothers you about your face, and how best we can get you to your goals. If that means filler, your face will be cleaned and marked with a white pencil marking the perfect injection points. We aim for as few pokes as possible and make it as painless as possible. If you're getting lip filler, your lips will be numbed for 20 minutes prior to injection. A cannula (small flexible tube) may be used to inject cheeks or marionette lines, which will diminish injection points and possible complications. Appointments take 30-60 minutes. We'll go over post-care instructions and give you a card with our cell phone numbers and printed instructions.

WHAT DOES RECOVERY LOOK LIKE?

Cliff notes: Not too bad

Dermal filler procedures are non-invasive in nature so there is basically no downtime. Common side effects of Restylane, Juvéderm, and Versa are usually mild, and short-lived. You might see some bruising, swelling, or redness, as well as feeling some soreness in the treatment areas. These effects should subside within a few days or weeks. If visible, they can be covered with make-up. Bruising of the lips may be more common and you will receive special instructions for post care of your new lips. You may ice the area for 15-20 minutes after your appointment. If you're getting lip filler, you will receive a frozen ice pack to ice them down.

HOW LONG WILL IT LAST?

Cliff notes: 6-12 months

Changes are immediate, you will notice restored volume right away. Results will last 6-12 months, depending on the type of filler product used in treatment. You'll need to plan on having another filler session at Obsidian Skin Spa in about another year and can vary depending on the patient. Basically when you start seeing the loss of volume starting, its time to call Obsidian!

Our patient satisfaction rate is high, and most are eager to schedule periodic touch-up sessions to maintain their youthful look.

"I never thought my lips could look this good. I came for cheek filler originally because I was concerned with the loss of volume and sagging I was experiencing, I was so pleased with the results I made an appointment to come back for lips!"

JULIE, 48