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Injectable dermal fillers have become one of the world’s most sought-after cosmetic treatments for addressing a range of aging concerns without surgery. They skyrocketed to popularity due largely to people sharing their selfies on platforms like Instagram, and they remain in demand for anyone looking to plump their lips, minimize wrinkles around their mouth, and define and contour their cheeks.
What can this treatment do for you? Read on to learn more about our top five benefits of dermal fillers.
Hyaluronic acid-based fillers, like those in the Juvéderm® family, have an excellent track record of safety. Because your body naturally produces hyaluronic acid, these dermal fillers are biocompatible, which minimizes the chance of an allergic reaction. When you get your fillers from a trained cosmetic injector, the most common side effects are mild tenderness, swelling, and bruising around the injection sites. These should resolve on their own a few days later. You can cover them with makeup if desired.
While surgical procedures such as a facelift or brow lift can provide outstanding results and help take years off your appearance, they also come with the need to carve time out of your schedule for a recovery period. We recognize that not everyone can commit to a more invasive, extensive procedure, which is why fillers are such an excellent alternative. Treatment with dermal fillers is a brief, in-office procedure that requires no anesthesia, incisions, or sutures. If you wish, you can schedule your appointment for your lunch break and return to work immediately afterward, without disrupting your busy day.
Many patients are also reluctant to go “under the knife” because they prefer to keep their cosmetic treatments more discreet. Dermal fillers are excellent for providing a subtly refreshed look, and nobody will be the wiser that you’ve had cosmetic work done unless you choose to tell them. If your signs of aging are less pronounced, fillers can help you resolve your concerns with nearly instantaneous results.
Dermal fillers are also less costly than surgery because you can avoid fees associated with anesthesia, hospital privileges, etc. Many of our younger and more frugal patients appreciate the option to look phenomenal without having to dip into their savings.
Fillers are never a cookie-cutter procedure at Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery. Dr. Desman will take time to listen to your concerns, ask you questions about your goals and expectations, and evaluate your skin’s elasticity before your procedure. Depending on your needs, he may recommend an approach that combines dermal fillers with neuromodulators like Botox® Cosmetic or Xeomin® for full-face rejuvenation – an option nicknamed a “liquid facelift.”
At our Alexandria clinic, we see patients from Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the Washington, D.C., metro area. Contact us today to learn more about scheduling your dermal filler treatment. For your convenience, Dr. Desman offers complimentary, no-obligation consultations.