You have no doubt heard the rave about dermal fillers and all the magic they do, but what are fillers actually, and could they be right for you?

Consider this your complete guide to fillers, for your convenience!

What are Fillers?

Dermal fillers are injectable products that bring volume to areas of the face where it has been lost or is lacking.

What are Fillers Made Of?

Different filler products contain differing ingredients.

The most commonly used filler products contains a hyaluronic acid base.

Other products contain calcium hydroxylapatite, or collagen.

How Do Fillers Work?

As you age, your skin produces less and less collagen which makes it loose and wrinkled over time.

Fillers are an excellent tool that can provide a quick boost of volume to reinvigorate your skin for a younger appearance.

Popular Facial Fillers

Two of the most popularly injected facial fillers are Juvederm and Restylane.

To know which product is right for you, schedule a consultation with a trusted professional.

How Long Is a Treatment Session?

The length of your treatment depends on the number of areas being treated.

However, you can expect it to last around 20 minutes.

What are the Side Effects?

Side effects are typically mild and should resolve within a day or so.

These side effects include bruising, redness, or swelling at the injection site.

Are Fillers Permanent?

Dermal fillers are not permanent.

Depending on which product is used you can expect your treatment results to last anywhere from six months to two years or more.

Fillers in Hagerstown

At Hagerstown Dermatology & Skincare, our team of board-certified doctors offer many treatment options for our patients.

To learn more about Hagerstown Dermatology or to see our full list of services visit our website today or call us to schedule an appointment at (240)469-4835.