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Dermal fillers are injectable aesthetic treatments used to minimize facial wrinkles and lines. This treatment, expertly administered by Dr. Wells, renews an individual’s facial fullness, providing a more youthful appearance. This service offered by Scott Wells, MD can also add plumpness to thin lips, improve the appearance of recessed scars, soften facial creases and wrinkles, and enhance shallow contours.
Dermal fillers are made of various substances, including: hyaluronic acid, collagen, synthetic materials, and autologous fillers. Autologous fillers are made from substances found elsewhere in the body, such as fat or blood.
Many different dermal fillers have been approved by the FDA. of the most popular brand names of fillers include:
Most injectable fillers are biocompatible and designed to eventually be absorbed by the body, so they need to be replenished occasionally. Precisely how long a dermal filler will last depends on the type of filler, location, and patient’s own body. In general, dermal fillers will need to be replenished anywhere from several months to a few years.