Dermal fillers are used to alleviate or reduce unwanted lines that occur due to facial expressions and age, especially in the facial area. Volume loss in the facial area over time, with age and weight gain and loss is one of the most important causes of many deformities listed below. It is very important to look at the face as a whole and make aesthetic analysis. It is very important to know the effects of facial analysis and aging on the face. With this analysis and artistic perception, it is possible to achieve a younger and fit appearance by replacing the missing ones with the filling procedure to be performed in experienced hands. Below you can see the areas where filling is frequently performed.
In addition to these, it is used for various purposes such as lightening acne scars (acne scars) or chickenpox scars, filling sunken areas on the face.
Fillers containing hyaluronic acid and hydroxy apatite crystals are commonly used. The most commonly used of these are fillers containing hyaluronic acid and are offered to the market in many different brands. Hyaluronic acid-containing fillers vary in permanence depending on the number and shape of cross-links and show an average permanence of 6-12 months. Fillers containing hydroxy apatite crystals show an average permanence of 12 months. Restylane, Juvederm are fillers containing hyaluronic acid and have FDA approval. Radiesse is an FDA approved product containing hydroxyapatite crystals.
It is a substance found in all mammals and naturally found in subcutaneous tissue that retains water and gives volume to the skin. Apart from its use as a filler for aesthetic purposes, it has been used in intra-articular injections, especially in the knee joint, eye surgery and wound healing for 20 years.
Non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid is the liquid form of hyaluronic acid found naturally under the skin. Cross-linked hyaluronic acid is a synthetically obtained material in gel form that increases the permanence of hyaluronic acid in the body.
Discontinuation of medications such as aspirin, Vitamin E and dietary supplements such as St John's Wort, gingko, garlic to reduce the risk of bleeding.
Stopping the use of painkillers such as brufen, majezik 2 days before
If possible, come to the appointment with a washed face and without make-up
The application can often be painful, so creams containing local anaesthetic or local anaesthetic injection may be required. The use of products containing local anaesthetics, which have been introduced to the market in recent years, can eliminate the need for anaesthesia.
The filling process can take 15-30 minutes. It is important to have a detailed interview with your doctor before the application and your examination is important to get a successful result.
Prof. Dr. Muhitdin Eski