What are facial fillers?
Face masks are synthetic or naturally occurring injections into lines, wrinkles, and facial tissues to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and restore the fullness of the face that decreases with age.
These injections are also called dermal fillers, injectable adhesives, wrinkle fillers, and soft tissue fillers. They are used to clear smile lines, fill cheeks and lips, and repair acne scars.
Most fillers are absorbed. Therefore, they provide temporary results that last from months to a few years, depending on the product and the person.
Some fillers are sold as permanent and can last for several years.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2.7 million facial cosmetic procedures were performed in 2017 alone, an increase of 3 percent over the previous year.
Types of face fillings
The market is bustling with face files.
While many facial creams provide immediate results, says the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), some of them will require several treatments within weeks or months to fully benefit, followed by periodic touch-ups.
The most commonly used fillers include:
Hyaluronic acid (HA)
This gel-like substance is found naturally in the body. Used for "brushing" the skin, it adds volume to the cheekbones and removes wrinkles, especially on the eyes, lips and forehead.
Brand names include Juvéderm and Restylane. Because the body slowly absorbs hyaluronic acid over time, the effects usually last 6 to 12 months, reports the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS). There has been some improvement in the development of these skin supplements, and these will last 12 months or more.
Calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA)
This supplement uses calcium (which is in the form of very small particles) and adds to the injected gel. The gel is more similar to HA, making it better suited for deep wrinkles, ABCS said.
CaHA results (brand name Radiesse) usually last for about a year.
Poly-L-lactic acid
This biodegradable acid helps stimulate the production of skin collagen, instead of "filling" wrinkles. This gives firmness to the skin and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.
Marketed under the brand name Sculptra Aesthetic, this supplement is used to treat deep wrinkles and to increase volume when fat is lost. It works slowly, but can provide results for at least two years, making it a long-lasting supplement.
Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA)
This filler contains tiny particles (called microspheres) and collagen that replenish the skin. It is known that there are some problems, according to an article in the journal Plastic and Aesthetic Research.
Although this type of filling (marketed under the name Bellafill) is considered permanent, with results lasting five years, it is usually not the first choice for doctors.
According to a study published in Aesthetics, long-acting skin supplements have higher levels of problems, such as infection and bumps.
Autologous fat injections
This process takes fat from parts of your body, such as the buttocks, and injects it into the facial areas to fill it.
These oils are usually extracted from the body by means of liposuction, a process in which fat is expelled from the body by means of a hollowed-out tube inserted into the skin.
The procedure requires hypnosis, and you may need a week or two to recover. In most cases, the oil connection provides long-lasting results.
Side effects of facial contouring
Common side effects
According to AAD, the following side effects - which often occur at the injection site - can be immediate, but usually clear within 7 to 14 days:
redness
inflammation
pain
to hurt
itching
rash
Unusual side effects
Although rare, you should be aware of the following side effects:
infection
leak filling in the injection site
nodules around the injection site, which may need to be surgically removed
granulomas, a type of inflammatory reaction in filler
filling movement from one place to another
damage to blood vessels
blindness, which occurs when the filling is injected into a vein, which prevents blood from flowing to the eyes
tissue death, and due to blood clotting
Safety measures
Although face masks are generally safe, taking these steps can help ensure your safety:
Use a licensed, well-trained, and experienced medical professional (experienced dermatologist or plastic surgeon) to inject the supplement.
Perform the procedure in a medical setting, not in someone's home or shopping mall.
Ask your provider about their experience with a specific type of filler you have selected. The more experience they have with the product, the better.
Do not buy fillers online. Get them only from a healthcare provider.
The ingredients should be in unopened syringes and properly labeled. Check the syringe to make sure.
Ensure that the supplement used is approved by the FDA for that purpose.
Be aware of the risks and potential side effects.
Read the filling ingredients and do not inject yourself if you know that you are allergic to any of the filling ingredients (e.g., collagen).
Be sure to tell your doctor about all the medications and supplements you are taking. Some may interact with the ingredients in the filler or may affect your blood's ability to clot.
Risk factors to be aware of
Do not use fillers if:
your skin is swollen for any reason (for example, if you have rashes, active acne, rashes, etc.)
you are not comfortable with any filling ingredients (read label)
she has a bleeding problem
are pregnant, breastfeeding, or under the age of 18 (safety has not been considered in small groups)
Your skin is at risk for scars (e.g., you have keloid or scarring)
Other ways to fill the face
Many cosmetic procedures can deal with the symptoms of aging and wrinkles, with varying degrees of success. Other popular ones include:
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