It isn’t just loose skin that makes you look older; lost facial volume is primarily responsible for most of your facial aging woes. Restoring lost facial volume is one of the primary goals in facial anti-aging, which led to the introduction of injectable dermal fillers. These fillers vary in consistency, active ingredients, and application. Some fillers are thicker and recommended for the cheek area, while others are thinner and softer for better results in the lips, for example. Each filler has its own job to do, but how affordable are these fillers in terms of cost and longevity? Why should you choose one filler over another? How long do dermal fillers last?
Dermal Filler Longevity: How long do dermal fillers last and why?
There are many factors that affect the longevity of a dermal filler. These include:
Ingredients: Certain active ingredients tend to increase the longevity of a dermal filler over other fillers meant for the same treatment area and results
Consistency: Thicker fillers tend to last longer than thinner fillers
Patient Lifestyle: Patients that are very active or spend a lot of time in the sun and heat tend to break down their filler more quickly than other patients.
Patient Biology: Body chemistry and behavior are always factors in determining how well any prescription will work. Dermal fillers are no different.
How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last?
Below is a list of all of the FDA-approved injectable fillers we offer at the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana.
Belotero Balance
Belotero Balance is an FDA-approved dermal filler that’s useful for:
- Lines around the nose
- Vertical lip lines
- Corners of the lips
- Chin wrinkles
- Smile lines
Results last 6+ months, but this varies by treatment area.
Juvederm Family of Fillers, from the Makers of Botox
Juvederm Ultra XC is a hyaluronic acid filler from the makers of Botox that’s used for:
- Mild to moderate wrinkles and folds
- Nasolabial folds
- Marionette lines
- Lip enhancement
Results last 10-12 months on average.
Juvederm Ultra Plus XC is a thicker hyaluronic acid filler that is useful for:
- Moderate to severe wrinkles and folds
- Deep nasolabial folds
- More pronounced marionette lines
- Cheek enhancement
- Non-surgical nose job
Results last 10-12 months on average.
Juvederm Volbella is useful for:
- Lip enhancement
- Smoothing of lines around the mouth
- Lip symmetry
- Under-eye rejuvenation
Results last for 12 months.
Juvederm Voluma is a thicker hyaluronic acid filler from Allergan that provides patients with:
- Long-lasting cheek enhancement
- Subtle lower facelift
- Smoother jawline
Results last up to 2 years, the longest lasting dermal filler on the market.
Radiesse
Radiesse provides patients with a solution to:
- Frown lines
- Smile lines
- Marionette lines
- Nasolabial folds
- Cheek enhancement
Results last for 1-2 years, depending on the patient.
Restylane Products from Galderma
Restylane-L is a hyaluronic acid filler from Galderma that provides patients with an anti-aging solution for:
- Nasolabial folds
- Loss of volume in the brow area
- Marionette lines
- Sagging tear-troughs
- Deep infraorbital hollows
Results last approximately 6 months.
Restylane Lyft is a thick filler that provides patients with profound volume and anti-aging results for facial aging problems, such as:
- Deep wrinkles and folds
- Smile Lines
- Worry Lines
- Crow’s feet
- Cheek depressions
- Marionette lines
- Acne scars
- Lip border definition
- Chin augmentation
Results vary from patient to patient but typically last approximately 9 months.
Restylane Silk is a softer, smoother hyaluronic acid filler that provides:
- Lip enhancement
- Lip symmetry
- Smoothing of lines around the mouth
Results typically last 6+ months.
Sculptra Aesthetic
Sculptra is a long-lasting filler that provides gradually improved results over time for aging issues such as:
- Shallow facial wrinkles
- Deep facial folds
- Loss of collagen
Results last for 2 years on average.
Interested in Dermal Fillers in Indianapolis?
Are you interested in seeing what dermal fillers can do for you? Whether you just want fuller lips or you want to improve your face’s overall youthful look, dermal fillers are a safe and affordable option. At the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana, dermatologic surgeon Dr. C. William Hanke is a renowned expert in injectables for facial rejuvenation and anti-aging. Schedule an appointment today for your consultation.
