Dermal Fillers
To reduce wrinkles and add volume to lips or other facial features without surgery, dermal fillers are just what the doctor ordered. While BOTOX® Cosmetic can only treat dynamic wrinkles such as frown lines or crow's feet, dermal fillers can fill deep creases, plump lips and eliminate other signs of aging. There are a variety of fillers to choose from such as JUVÉDERM® Injectable Gel, Perlane®, RADIESSE®, and Restylane®. Walnut Creek and Concord, California plastic surgeon Dr. Eric Mariotti can help determine which filler is right for you.
Dr. Mariotti is a board certified plastic surgeon serving men and women throughout the East Bay. If you'd like to make an appointment, simply request a consultation online or call his office at 925-685-4533.
Benefits of Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers provide many benefits when compared to a face lift.
- They offer predictable results.
- No surgery is necessary.
- They produce results that look natural.
- No down-time is required.
- They can be performed quickly, right in Dr. Mariotti's office.
- You will see immediate results
It's important to discuss with Dr. Mariotti exactly what you can expect from each treatment. Together, you can prioritize which areas are most important to you, and discuss how many treatments you may need and the estimated cost. One treatment may not fully correct every line on your face and, as the results of dermal fillers are not permanent, full correction requires continued treatments. Dr. Mariotti also may recommend combining your filler treatments with BOTOX Cosmetic.
Restylane
Restylane is the world's best-selling dermal filler. It is a cosmetic dermal filler made of hyaluronic acid, a natural substance that already exists in the human body. Restylane maintains its shape using the body's own moisture. As hyaluronic acid gradually degrades, each molecule binds to more water and, over time, the same volume can be maintained with less hyaluronic acid. This ability of hyaluronic acid to bind to water is what helps provide lasting results. Although slightly more expensive than collagen, Restylane can last anywhere from 2 to 4 times longer. Also, because Restylane contains no animal proteins, there is lower risk of allergic reactions.
Perlane
From the makers of Restylane, this filler has many of the same characteristics. Perlane, however, contains larger particles of hyaluronic acid and therefore may be injected deeper within the skin.
JUVÉDERM Injectable Gel
Also made with hyaluronic acid, JUVÉDERM is a smooth-consistency gel that glides easily into the skin. Particularly suited for nasolabial folds (also referred to as "smile lines"), JUVÉDERM is the only FDA-approved filler to last up to 1 year and to be safe and effective for persons of color. JUVÉDERM is available in two solutions: JUVÉDERM Ultra and JUVÉDERM Ultra plus to correct deeper creases.
RADIESSE
Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, RADIESSE is a calcium-based filler that actually encourages your skin to produce more collagen in the treated area. This is a more substantial product and, although it is used often in the nasolabial folds, it is also ideal for use along bone, such as the jaw line or cheeks. RADIESSE is identical to substances found naturally in the body so there is very low risk of allergic reaction. Many of Dr. Mariotti's patients have had him combine RADIESSE with hyaluronic acid fillers such as Restylane or JUVÉDERM, sometimes referred to as a "Liquid Facelift." Results can last up to 1 year or even longer.
