Dermal fillers are a popular choice for those looking to restore lost volume, smooth lines and wrinkles, or improve facial contours. While they are generally considered safe, there are certain risks associated with the procedure. It is important to understand these risks before undergoing any dermal filler treatment. A licensed healthcare professional must perform all dermal filler procedures using only FDA-approved fillers injected with a syringe.
One risk is that fillers purchased online may contain a variety of non-sterile substances, such as hair gel. When injected, these substances can cause allergic reactions, infections and death of skin cells. Another risk is that an improper injection technique can lead not only to swelling and lumping, but also to more serious side effects, such as death of skin cells and embolism leading to blindness. The FDA has issued an official warning urging consumers never to buy dermal fillers on the Internet as they may be false, contaminated or harmful. Hyaluronic acid fillers tend to be the most temporary option and are therefore often recommended for patients using fillers for the first time.
They will usually last 6 to 18 months. Injections into the lips will wear out a little faster than those in the nasolabial folds. Certain HA fillers, such as VOLUMA, are formulated to last longer, but are usually limited to certain areas, such as the cheeks. It probably goes without saying, but safety should be your top priority when considering any medical procedure. Kim says that visiting a board-certified dermatologist or board-certified plastic surgeon is one way to make sure your doctor is experienced.
This additional certification step demonstrates that the doctor completed additional training in his particular specialty. You can find a board-certified specialist by visiting the websites of The American Board of Plastic Surgery or the American Academy of Dermatology. There are risks of problems such as infection, discoloration and lumps if the injections are done incorrectly. Fillers are injected into the face to create a variety of styles, to add volume where it has been lost with age or where it never existed. Dermal fillers are gel-like substances that are injected under the skin to restore lost volume, smooth lines and smooth wrinkles or improve facial contours. Injecting dermal fillers into the face and hands can improve the appearance of facial lines and volume loss caused by age or certain medical conditions.
Dermal filler procedures can be costly, which has led some consumers to turn to the online black market to buy DIY fillers. The latter freezes muscles to reduce wrinkles, while dermal fillers are injectable implants approved by the FDA to help smooth skin and wrinkles. But those risks, such as being injected by an untrained provider or by someone who uses unapproved or “black market” fillers, can be mitigated by going to a licensed and extensively trained professional. A concern among doctors has been the significant number of doctors who are not trained in plastic surgery, or professionals who are not even licensed doctors, who inject fillers or perform other cosmetic procedures. With the help of a qualified and experienced provider, injectable fillers can provide natural-looking enhancements to help you feel more confident in your appearance. In the case of lip fillers, it can result in a “filler mustache”, where the filler injected into the lips extends above the mouth. The consistency of a CaHa filler is usually thicker than that of a hyaluronic acid filler and usually lasts longer, about 12 months for most patients.
Each product is uniquely formulated to have a certain texture, density and depth of injection, meaning that certain fillers work better for certain areas of interest. Although this is rare, the filler can be accidentally injected into a blood vessel and cause blurred vision or permanent blindness. For those who want the convenience of a temporary filling, the marketed shelf life of these fillers in the short term is six to 12 months (depending on the filler used and the person's lifestyle). The migration of the fillers is real, and the existence time of these fillers may exceed their marketed shelf life. Very rarely, filler can be accidentally injected into blood vessels rather than under the skin. It is important for patients considering dermal filler treatments to understand all potential risks associated with them before undergoing any procedure.
