Dermal Fillers

Are you looking for a refreshed, rebalanced and rejuvenated new look? Dermal fillers are cosmetic injectables that can temporarily restore lost volume, smooth out wrinkles, enhance facial features and more. 

Beneficial for men and women of any age, dermal fillers are a minimally invasive procedure that yield impressive results with no downtime. If you’re in Ellicott City, MD, Elkridge, MD or the greater Baltimore area, book a consultation at Skin Therapeutics today to see how dermal fillers can help you achieve your aesthetic goals. 

What are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are a gel-like substance that are injected into the face to target volume loss, fine lines and recessed scars. As you age, the subcutaneous layer of fat directly below the skin naturally becomes thinner. Dermal filler treatments replace that lost fat with a soft gel, filling out your face for a more youthful look.

Skin Therapeutics offers three different types of dermal fillers to fit your needs; hyaluronic acid, poly-L-lactic acid and resilient hyaluronic acid. 

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps to keep the skin hydrated and firm. Your natural hyaluronic acid levels lower with age, leading to a loss of volume in the face and the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

HA fillers are known to safely and temporarily restore volume to the skin and smooth out wrinkles and fine lines. They’re also effective at plumping up the lips and filling in hollow areas around the eyes and cheeks.

Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) fillers are made of a biodegradable synthetic material that stimulates collagen production in the skin, thus improving skin thickness and health for a more youthful look. This type of filler is often used to treat deep wrinkles and folds, such as the nasolabial folds (the lines that run from the nose to the corners of the mouth).

Resilient hyaluronic acid (RHA) fillers contain modified or cross-linked hyaluronic acid. These dermal fillers are used for facial augmentation, to fill in lines and wrinkles, enhance facial contours, and add volume to areas of the face that have lost fullness due to aging or other factors.

Resilient hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are more stable and durable products that last longer than non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid. They’re also less likely to migrate or move from the injection site. 

Benefits

Dermal filler treatments have many benefits including:

• Decreased appearance of lower lid shadows and under-eye bags
• Defined facial contours
• Increased fullness of the midface and chin
• Reduced appearance of recessed scars
• Sharper, more defined jawline
• Softened fine lines, wrinkles or facial creases
• Straightened nose

Dermal Filler Brands We Offer

Skin Therapeutics offers a wide variety of fillers from trusted brands such as Juvederm, Restylane, Revance RHA and Sculptra. A consultation with our doctors will help determine what filler or combination of fillers will help you reach your aesthetic goals.

Juvederm

Juvederm is a family of HA fillers formulated to target a wide range of aesthetic concerns. Manufactured by Allergan, the makers of Botox, these products are known for their liquid formulas and natural look. They effectively and safely treat wrinkles and volume loss.

Juvederm Ultra XC

Juvederm Ultra XC targets slight to moderate wrinkles around the mouth such as marionette lines, vertical lip lines (lipstick lines) and parentheses lines. It is also used for lip augmentation. Results last between 9–12 months.

Juvederm Vollure

Juvederm Vollure fillers are ideal for mature skin and reduce the appearance of moderate-to-severe wrinkles and folds on the lower face. Results last up to 18 months.

Juvederm Voluma XC

This Juvederm product is ideal for clients with mature skin and moderate-to-severe facial wrinkles and folds on the lower face. Results last up to 18 months.

Juvederm XC

Voluma XC specifically targets age-related volume loss. It is commonly used to contour the cheeks, enhance the chin and create a stronger jawline. Volume XC lasts up to 2 years.

Restylane

The Restylane original formula was the first FDA-approved HA dermal filler. Restylane has now expanded into a family of fillers trusted for facial rejuvenation and feature enhancement. Sculpt out stunning facial contours, restore lost volume and smooth out wrinkles and fine lines with results lasting 6–18 months, depending on the product and placement.

Revance RHA fillers

The Revance Collection is a group of long lasting, FDA-approved fillers that treat dynamic wrinkles and folds. Manufactured to closely mimic the naturally occurring HA in your body, this formulation is designed to provide natural looking results lasting up to 15 months.

Sculptra

Sculptra is a poly-L-lactic acid filler that treats deep wrinkles in your skin by gradually boosting collagen production. After 1–4 treatments, Sculptra results can last up to two years.

Ideal Candidates for Dermal Fillers

The ideal candidates for dermal fillers are men and women with specific concerns related to aging or volume loss in the face, such as:

• Acne scars
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Loss of facial volume in the cheek area, temples and under the eyes.
• Marionette lines
• Nasolabial folds
• Smile lines
• Thin lips
• Undefined jawline or jowls

Individuals with histories of severe allergies, autoimmune disorders or bleeding disorders may not be suitable candidates. Additionally, pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid dermal fillers, and those with active skin infections or inflammation should wait until the condition resolves before undergoing treatment.

Before & Afters

The results of dermal fillers are generally long-lasting, although not permanent. The duration of the results will depend on the type of filler used, the area treated and the individual’s body chemistry. HA fillers typically last between 6–12 months and PLLA fillers can last up to two years. RA fillers last 12–18 months.

What to Expect at Your Dermal Filler Appointment

Two days prior to your dermal filler appointment, do not wax, tweeze, bleach or use hair removal products on the treatment area. Avoid alcohol, aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs for at least 24 hours before your treatment as this can increase the risk of bleeding and bruising at the injection site. 

Arrive at your appointment with a freshly washed face free of makeup, creams or lotions. 

Your board-certified injector will first clean and numb the treatment area with lidocaine, an anesthetic. Then, they’ll inject the filler into the skin using a fine needle or cannula. The injection process usually takes only a few minutes.

Recovery and aftercare

After the procedure, patients may experience some swelling, redness, and bruising in the treated area. However, these side effects are usually mild and typically resolve within a few days.

Cost of Dermal Fillers in Baltimore, MD

The cost of your dermal fillers depends on what type you choose, the amount needed and how frequently you return for repeat treatments. On average, a syringe of dermal filler in Baltimore, MD typically costs between $600–$800.

Related Treatments

Skin Therapeutics offers complementary treatments that can be alternatives to or combined with filler injections. These include:

• Neurotoxins: A class of injectable treatments, including Botox and Dysport, that relax muscles in your face to reduce and prevent wrinkles
• Skin rejuvenation: Minimally invasive treatments that minimize skin imperfections and restore youthful-looking skin
• Skin tightening: Non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures that revitalize and firm up loose skin

Dermal Fillers FAQ 

Are dermal fillers safe?

Yes, filler injections are generally considered safe when performed by a board-certified, qualified injector. But as with any cosmetic procedure, they carry some risks. These risks include asymmetry, bruising, itching, migration, redness and swelling.

Can fillers replace a facelift?

While dermal fillers can provide significant changes to your facial appearance, they do not completely mimic the results of plastic surgery. Some clients choose dermal fillers as a temporary solution to cosmetic issues they will later address with surgery. Dermal fillers and plastic surgery can also be used together for optimal results.

Can the procedure be reversed?

Yes, hyaluronic acid filler injections can be reversed with an enzyme known as hyaluronidase. Injecting this enzyme into the treated area dissolves the hyaluronic acid, breaking it down into particles that your body will absorb and metabolize.