Facial Aesthetics – Fillers

Over time, accumulated sun damage and changes to our skin and underlying tissues naturally alter our facial appearance; for example, changes to the bone, tissue, and loss of production of a protein called collagen. As a result of all these changes, wrinkles can form, skin can sag and the cheeks can look less full.^{1 5 6}

Fillers, also called dermal fillers or soft tissue fillers, are established ways of enhancing the features of your face or addressing signs of aging. There are many reasons to get fillers. You may wish to look more youthful, to feel more attractive or to align your external appearance with your internal self-perception.

Fillers are considered a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure. Your healthcare provider will administer fillers via injection. Results can be immediate or take some time to show depending on the type of filler material, and the procedure can be repeated on a routine basis if necessary.^{1 2 4} Examples of approved uses for fillers include²:

• Enhance lip shape and volume
• Volume and contouring around the cheeks, chin, jawline, and temples
• Reduce facial wrinkles, lines and folds
• Improve cheek smoothness and fine lines