The Benefits of Fillers

A large part of having an attractive overall appearance is having a face that looks healthy and full of life. Besides your smile, it's the first thing people see when you meet. When facial skin begins to sag or look dull due to aging or sun damage, one solution is to get dermal fillers. Learn more about the benefits of fillers in Burlingame, CA, when you visit a dermatologist at Peninsula Dermatology Medical Group.

About Dermal Fillers

As years pass and skin is constantly exposed to the environment and sun, it is common to develop lines and wrinkles on the face. Dermal fillers help reverse signs of aging by filling in lines with specially formulated compounds that may contain hyaluronic acid, polylactic acid, or similar ingredients. They can also add volume to the lips or recontour the face. Common dermal fillers include Juvederm and Restylane.

Benefits of Dermal Fillers

The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery estimates providers may perform over 3.4 million filler injections annually. Patients often opt for dermal fillers for the following reasons: 

• It's a non-invasive wrinkle solution 
• Formulas are FDA-approved 
• Filler appointments typically take only about 30 minutes 
• Effects of dermal fillers can last over six months 

Additional Considerations and Aftercare 

Before your dermatologist at Peninsula Dermatology deems you a good candidate for dermal fillers in Burlingame, CA, you must provide details about your medical history. After a consultation appointment, your doctor may immediately begin treatment. After the injections are completed, you must follow your doctor's precise care advice, including the following: 

• Avoid intense physical activity for at least a couple of days 
• Do not touch or press your face 
• Keep your head elevated 
• Avoid alcohol and salty foods 
• Stay out of the sun 

Dermal Fillers Might Be the Cosmetic Treatment for You 

Dermal fillers are a minimally invasive way to make your face look young again. To learn how this cosmetic treatment can benefit you, call (650) 692-0182 and schedule an appointment today with a dermatologist for fillers in Burlingame, CA, at Peninsula Dermatology Medical Group.