Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are injectables that are administered under the skin to help restore lost volume, smooth lines, and enhance facial contours. Dermal fillers can be formulated from various ingredients and are designed to target various areas of the face, such as the cheeks, under-eyes, temples, lips, and more. At our practice, we offer a variety of different dermal fillers, such as hyaluronic acid-based fillers, calcium hydroxylapatite fillers, and poly-L-lactic acid-based fillers. Whether you are interested in a subtle augmentation or dramatic transformation, our expert injector at Dr. Eric P. Bachelor’s practice can help you find the best formula to rejuvenate your appearance.

To schedule your personal consultation, please call our Pleasanton or Danville office at (925) 462-3700 or submit our online contact form.

About Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are non-surgical, minimally invasive injectable treatments that are designed to restore facial volume and address visible signs of aging, such as wrinkles and volume loss. Fillers are measured in syringes or cubic centimeters (cc) and are often provided in 0.5 cc or 1 cc syringes. Many fillers are graded based on their viscosity, often referred to as “G” or “G-prime,” with the higher the G, the more viscous or rigid the filler. ⁽¹⁾ Our practice offers a variety of formulas, including hyaluronic acid fillers, calcium hydroxylapatite fillers, and poly-L-lactic acid fillers, to help patients address each of their concerns.

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid is a substance that can be naturally found in the body. Hyaluronic acid is known to attract and retain moisture, and is often used in aesthetics to restore and enhance volume in the lips, cheeks, and nasolabial folds. ⁽²⁾

Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA)

Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA) is a biocompatible compound that provides volume and can stimulate collagen synthesis. ⁽³⁾ CaHA-based fillers are often used to enhance deeper lines in areas such as the cheeks, hands, or jawline.

Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA)

Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA) is a synthetic, absorbable substance that can restore volume and stimulate the production of collagen. ⁽⁴⁾ Unlike other fillers, PLLA gradually enhances each patient’s facial volume rather than providing immediate volume. PLLA fillers are highly recommended for patients interested in addressing hollowing and volume loss.

Benefits of Dermal Fillers

Patients who opt for dermal fillers may experience multiple benefits, including:

To discover the cost of your dermal fillers, please schedule a consultation by calling (925) 462-3700 or submitting our online contact form.

Ideal Candidates

Suitable candidates for dermal fillers include individuals interested in reducing visible signs of aging, as well as restoring lost volume, in the face, neck, or hands. Patients experiencing a loss of volume or fullness in the temples or cheeks may be recommended for this treatment, as well as individuals interested in augmenting the appearance of their chin or lips. Those interested in minimizing or softening the appearance of their lines and wrinkles may also find this treatment highly beneficial. All candidates interested in dermal fillers should be in good overall health, with realistic expectations as to what this procedure can accomplish. Our expert injector will determine each patient’s candidacy for dermal fillers during their personal consultation.

Preparation

While preparation is fairly minimal, patients should still follow any instructions provided to them by their injector for the best possible outcome. Harsh skincare products, such as retinoids, exfoliants, or peels, should be avoided several days before the appointment, and the treatment area should be kept moisturized and hydrated. The consumption of alcohol or nicotine products should be avoided several days before each treatment to help minimize swelling. On the day of the appointment, each patient should arrive with a clean face, free from any makeup or skincare products.

Belotero

Belotero is a hyaluronic acid-based filler that is designed to help fill in shallow lines, wrinkles, and more delicate areas of the face. This filler is designed to be lightweight and smooth to help integrate seamlessly with the skin, and is often used to fill vertical lip lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines. Belotero is ideal for patients with early or minimal signs of aging, or those interested in prejuvenation.

Juvederm

Juvederm is a collection of hyaluronic acid-based fillers designed to help fill lines and wrinkles, restoring each patient’s facial volume. Juvederm is available in a range of formulas, each with different particle sizes and consistencies to address various areas of the body.

Juvederm Ultra XC

Juvederm Ultra XC is designed to minimize fine lines and creases around the mouth, as well as enhance the appearance and fullness of the lips. Juvederm Ultra XC may even be used to soften mild to moderate marionette lines. The results are very natural-looking, and the formula contains a small amount of lidocaine to enhance each patient’s comfort.

Juvederm Ultra Plus XC

Juvederm Ultra Plus XC is often used to fill moderate to severe wrinkles, as well as enhance larger areas of skin. This filler is thicker and has a larger particle size than Juvederm Ultra XC, making it more suitable for deeper or more substantial concerns.

Juvederm Volbella XC

Juvederm Volbella XC is ideal for patients interested in filling smaller, more subtle lines around the mouth. Also referred to as “smoker’s lines,” these lines form over time with aging and repetitive lip pursing. Juvederm Volbella XC is also very effective at refining and augmenting the shape and fullness of the lips themselves, and is often praised for its natural-looking results.

Juvederm Vollure XC

Juvederm Vollure XC is formulated with unique Vycross technology to create a smoother, more flexible filler. This formula is used to fill in more moderate to severe lines, wrinkles, and folds to restore a youthful-looking facial contour. Juvederm Vollure XC is known for its natural-looking results and long-lasting effects, with patients experiencing results for up to 18 months.

Juvederm Voluma XC

Juvederm Voluma XC is formulated to help restore age-related volume loss to the cheeks, temples, and chin profile. As patients age, many visual changes may occur, including the hollowing or deflation of the cheeks. Juvederm Voluma XC can restore fullness to the midface, rejuvenating each patient’s appearance.

Juvederm Voluma

Juvederm Voluma is a dermal filler used to restore fullness and volume in the mid-face and cheeks. This filler is one of the thickest in the Juvederm collection of fillers, and is known for erasing wrinkles and irregular facial contours. Juvederm Voluma is the longest-lasting filler in the collection, with patients experiencing results for up to 2 years after their initial appointment.

Radiesse

Radiesse is a CaHA-based dermal filler that is designed to revitalize one’s facial skin. Radiesse is FDA-approved and is known to stimulate elastin and collagen synthesis, two proteins that keep the skin elastic and youthful-looking. Radiesse can be used to help address concerns in the jawline, hands, and lower face.

Restylane

Restylane is a collection of different hyaluronic acid gel-based fillers, designed to act like the naturally occurring hyaluronic acid inside each patient’s body. Restylane can help fill in lines, wrinkles, and folds that naturally occur in various areas of the body as patients age, and can even fill in scars to restore the smoothness of the skin. We offer Restylane Lyft, Restylane Refyne, Restylane Defyne, and Restylane Silk to help each patient restore their natural fullness.

Restylane Lyft

Restylane Lyft is a dissolvable filler designed to restore fullness and structure in the hands or cheeks. This formula is injected deeper into the facial tissue compared to other fillers, and is considered the thickest filler in the Restylane portfolio. This filler is most beneficial for patients interested in lifting and sculpting parts of their face.

Restylane Refyne

Restylane Refyne is designed to help fill and restore moderate marionette lines, smile lines, and nasolabial folds. Ideal for areas that experience dynamic or repeated movements, Restylane Refyne was formulated with XpresHAn technology to move naturally with each patient’s facial expressions.

Restylane Defyne

Restylane Defyne is ideal for patients interested in addressing deeper, more severe nasolabial folds and marionette lines. Many patients also enjoy this filler to augment their chin or contour their jawline. Restylane Defyne is formulated to add volume, as well as smooth and fill lines, without limiting each patient’s ability to make their natural facial expressions.

Restylane Silk

Restylane Silk is the softest and smoothest filler in the Restylane collection, designed to augment the lips and fill in vertical lip lines. This filler is known for its subtle enhancements and is ideal for more precise detail.

Sculptra

Sculptra is a biodegradable filler derived from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) and is FDA-approved to restore fullness in the face. This filler is known for its collagen-stimulating properties, resulting in more natural-looking enhancements and improved skin quality. Sculptra offers gradual results, meaning that patients will continue to see the effects of Sculptra develop over time.

Recovery and Results

After receiving their injections, each patient is welcome to return to their daily routine, but should avoid physical activity for at least 24 hours. Minor redness or swelling may be experienced at the injection sites, but these effects are temporary and typically subside within days.

Depending on the type of filler used, patients may either experience immediate results or a gradual improvement. Patients can enjoy a more youthful-looking aesthetic and restored fullness, with many patients reporting an improvement in their self-esteem. Patients who received collagen-stimulating fillers will also notice a continuous improvement in the texture, tone, and overall quality of their skin. The results of fillers can range in longevity, with patients experiencing results lasting between 6 months to 2 years.

Corresponding Procedures

Our nurse injector can perform a variety of procedures to complement the effects of each patient’s dermal fillers, one of the most popular treatments being Botox injections. Botox is a non-surgical, minimally invasive treatment designed to help reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles. Botox is a neuromodulator, meaning it helps suspend the muscles in a relaxed state to diminish and soften the appearance of existing lines, while simultaneously preventing new ones from forming. When combined with dermal fillers, patients will be able to address various visible aspects of aging, resulting in comprehensive and natural-looking results.

To learn more about the other procedures we offer, please read our blog!

Cost of Dermal Fillers in Danville, California

The cost of each patient’s dermal fillers can vary depending on several factors, such as the amount of filler needed to achieve the desired results. The nurse injector will provide each patient with a cost estimate during their personal consultation, once their treatment plan has been established and agreed upon. Additionally, our practice offers multiple financing options and payment plans to help each patient achieve their goals without the financial burden.

To discover the cost of your dermal fillers, please schedule a consultation by calling (925) 462-3700 or submitting our online contact form.

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