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Introduction to Dermal Fillers

While plastic surgery can offer amazing results that make you look far more youthful, it can be a big commitment. Often, with procedures such as facelifts or breast augmentation, there can be an extended recovery period. However, if you’re looking for something that offers a little more in the way of instant gratification or if you’re simply hesitant to undergo surgery of any kind, some procedures and products can still help you achieve your desired look. At the top of the line for these non-invasive methods are dermal fillers. These chemical compounds boost volume and “fill” hollowed-out parts of your body that you want to boost and reshape. Generally, these products offer only temporary results that last anywhere from six months to two years. For many patients, that’s part of the appeal. If you are interested in dermal fillers in the New York and New Jersey areas, schedule a consultation at ECAPS today. Read below for more information.

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What Are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers, while varied in chemical composition and method, all work on the same basic principle: They find a way to fill lost volume in your skin, giving you a more youthful-looking appearance. When you’re young, your skin is incredibly elastic. You can pull it in all sorts of directions, and it usually snaps right back into place. However, as you age, a multiplicity of factors can dampen your skin’s natural flexibility, meaning that as gravity constantly pulls at your skin, it’s not as capable of bouncing back. Your face, especially, tends to lose volume: the skin droops, sags, and inevitably causes unwanted wrinkles.

The plastic surgeons at East Coast Advanced Plastic Surgery employ several different dermal fillers, each with its strengths and drawbacks.

  • Perhaps among the best-known dermal fillers, Juvederm is the first FDA-approved injectable to replace volume lost to aging. Juvederm offers a range of specific products, but the XC formulation is primarily used for general purposes. Depending on your desired results, the effects may last for over a year (although this will be shorter if you’re having Juvederm injected into your lips). The product is based on hyaluronic acid, a substance found naturally in the human body. This acid prompts the production of collagen molecules in your skin, which is one of the primary ways Juvederm helps build structure.

  • A Juvederm product, Voluma is specifically formulated to fill volume in areas that are more challenging to treat, such as deep smile lines and entrenched wrinkles. Because it has a soft and natural-feeling texture, Voluma is also a great option for filling in the volume in the cheeks, which are particularly unforgiving in this area. Like Juvederm, Voluma can last over a year (sometimes up to two years) and has been FDA-approved for administration with the assistance of a topical lidocaine numbing agent, thereby increasing your comfort during the procedure. Voluma also offers the added benefit of being reversible, a relatively uncommon feature among dermal fillers.

  • Like Juvederm, Restylane is specially formulated to combat medium-depth and deep facial wrinkles and folds. It is a Hyaluronic Acid-based dermal filler, meaning Restylane is perfect for targeting wrinkles caused by furrowed eyebrows or the so-called smile lines that appear around the mouth. These results are expected to last approximately 18 months.

  • A calcium-based filler, Radiesse is an excellent choice for treating wrinkles caused by aging and volume loss. Because of its particularly rigid chemical structure, Radiesse is used exclusively deep in the skin (and you should avoid any uses that place Radiesse more shallowly) and is particularly useful at treating smile lines, marionette lines, and what are known as “pre-jowls”—those folds and lax areas that can form around the sides of your jawlines. Some Radiesse injections have been shown to last more than three years, but a more typical result is approximately one to two years. However, Radiesse is not reversible; should that factor into your decision?

  • As we age, our skin can begin to betray us. The best-known of these tricks is dark circles under the eyes, which can lead people to believe that you are constantly exhausted or lack sleep. Thankfully, Bolletero is a dermal filler that is ideal for treating the tear trough area. It softens those dark circles and leaves you looking not only refreshed but youthful as well.

What Are the Benefits of Dermal Fillers?

Patients who have received dermal fillers in the New York and New Jersey areas at ECAPS have reported a range of benefits, including a boost in self-esteem and a rapid improvement in results. Some more benefits include:

  • Boost in skin resilience.
  • Collagen stimulation
  • Diminished scars
  • Diminished wrinkles
  • Long-Lasting Effects
  • Natural-Looking Enhancement
  • Non-surgical and non-invasive
  • Versatility in various facial areas

Who Are the Best Candidates for Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers carry with them a relatively low-risk potential, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re a great fit for everyone. The plastic surgeons at East Coast Advanced Plastic Surgery typically look for the following characteristics from our New York and New Jersey area dermal filler candidates:

  • You are not a good candidate for surgical procedures, or you are not interested in surgical procedures
  • You are comfortable with temporary results and the possibility of having to maintain those results
  • Your wrinkles or visible aging are caused by a lack of volume in your skin
  • You have realistic expectations about what dermal fillers can accomplish

Dermal fillers and other injectables continue to gain popularity every year, largely due to their safety, effectiveness, and speed. However, plastic surgeons at East Coast Advanced Plastic Surgery may have some special criteria to consider when conducting this procedure. Among the most important considerations is whether you have any allergies to the products most commonly used in these fillers. Additionally, the plastic surgeons at ECAPS will gauge your general comfort with needles and injections.

How Can I Get Dermabrasion?

The first step in getting dermal fillers in the New York and New Jersey areas is to schedule a consultation at ECAPS with one of our plastic surgeons. During your consultation with the plastic surgeons at East Coast Advanced Plastic Surgery, you should be ready to discuss your medical history, including tobacco and drug use, recent medical treatments, prescription use, family history, and so on. The more complete your medical history is, the more accurately your results can be predicted.

If you both agree to proceed with dermal fillers as your chosen treatment, they will create a customized treatment plan, which you can then submit to our patient concierge for scheduling, pricing, and any necessary pre-treatment instructions.

What to Expect on the Day of Dermal Fillers Treatment

On the day of your dermal filler treatment in the New York and New Jersey areas, your surgeon and the staff at ECAPS will receive you and welcome you to the facility. They will review your treatment plan to ensure that you are still in accordance with it.

Dermal filler procedures are renowned for being accomplished quickly, safely, and effectively. During a typical session, surgeons may apply ice or other numbing agents to your skin once they have selected a target for injections. The injections are typically performed in a short period, and the entire procedure can usually be completed in about an hour. Of course, this will vary to some degree depending on the type of dermal filler you choose to use.

The process should take 20 to 30 minutes without any recovery downtime, and results will be visible immediately.

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Dermal Fillers Recovery

Recovery from these procedures is usually quick and relatively painless. Some dermal fillers allow you to return to work immediately, while others may require a day or two of taking it easy. However, with most dermal fillers, it is crucial to avoid rubbing or massaging the injection site, as this can disperse the filler and compromise your results. There may also be some redness and swelling, but this usually subsides in a day or so. If you are satisfied with your results, you can maintain them by receiving regular injections as recommended by your plastic surgeon. Our team at ECAPS is dedicated to ensuring your comfort and ease throughout the recovery process.

How Much Do Dermal Fillers Cost in New Jersey?

The cost of dermal fillers in the New York and New Jersey areas will depend on multiple factors, including the type of filler used, the target area’s size, and your surgeon’s fee. The fastest way to determine the cost of your dermal fillers is to schedule a consultation at ECAPS, which will provide a personalized treatment plan that can then be priced for you.

Why Choose East Coast Advanced Plastic Surgery?

East Coast Advanced Plastic Surgery (ECAPS) is not just a practice but a holistic approach to the fields of health, wellness, beauty, aesthetics, and plastic and reconstructive surgery. With a team of board-certified and experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeons, each lending their unique expertise to the facility, ECAPS has quickly become the leading practice on the East Coast for both surgical and non-surgical aesthetic processes. With dedicated centers for breast reconstruction, gender affirmation, and lymphatic surgery, ECAPS boasts a global clientele that chooses them for their attention to individualized and empathic patient care backed by heavy expertise and knowledge.

At ECAPS, our mission is to provide a safe, respectful, and individualized approach to our patients. If you are looking for a trusted outfit to deliver your dermal filler treatment in the New York and New Jersey areas, please schedule a consultation at ECAPS as soon as possible. We strive to ensure that every patient feels secure and respected throughout their journey with us.

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If you are seeking a quick and temporary solution to fine lines, wrinkles, and scars, consider learning more about dermal fillers in the New York and New Jersey areas. Schedule a consultation at ECAPS to help you begin your journey toward a younger-looking you.

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