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How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last?

If you’re interested in finding a way to smooth harsh wrinkles and fine lines, restore lost facial volumes, or enhance your facial feature, you’re not alone! Thousands of men and women are discovering dermal fillers and how they can help improve the appearance of your skin and reverse the inevitable hands of time. These anti-aging injections are an easy add-on to your skincare and self-care regimen for smooth, healthy, hydrated skin.

When it comes down to it, how often will you have to undergo dermal filler treatments? In other words, how long do dermal filler results last? The answer depends on the type of dermal fillers you and your specialist choose, how well you care for your skin, and how fast your body metabolizes the filler.

Read on to explore more about this trending anti-aging treatment and how long you can expect to enjoy your results.

What Are Dermal Fillers?

Most dermal fillers contain hyaluronic acid, a natural compound found in the body that aids in the production of elastin and collagen and keeps the skin hydrated. Hyaluronic acid draws moisture into itself, plumping and hydrating the skin from the inside. The thicker the hyaluronic acid gel, the more volume you can expect to see in the targeted areas.

What Type of Dermal Fillers Are There?

When choosing what dermal filler to use, you should consider a few things, like what you’re trying to target, where, and how much of an improvement you want to make in that area. For this reason, at Dr. Guy Facial Plastic Surgery in The Woodlands, TX, Dr. Guy offers a wide variety of fillers, including:

  • Juvederm Ultra XC, Juvederm Ultra Plus XC, Juvederm Voluma XC, Juvederm Volbella, Juvederm Vollure
  • Belotero
  • Sculptra
  • Radiesse
  • Restylane, Restylane Silk, Restylane Lyft, Restylane Refyne, Restylane Defyne, Restylane Kysse
  • Teoxane RHA Fillers
  • RHA 2
  • RHA 3
  • RHA 4

How Long Do Results Last?

Dermal filler injections are a temporary solution to age-related concerns. However, with the right injector, dermal filler results can last anywhere from 6 to 18 months, sometimes longer, depending on the type. With Dr. Guy’s exceptional training and knowledge of facial anatomy and dermal filler products, he can create long-lasting, natural-looking results. During your consultation, he’ll discuss your options and develop a plan that is right for you.

Why Are Filler Results Only Temporary?

Dermal fillers are created using natural enzymes, such as hyaluronic acid. Over time, the body metabolizes these enzymes. The speed of your metabolism will significantly affect how long your treatment results last. Also, cosmetic fillers tend to break down faster in areas with more movements. So, if you are someone who is very expressive, your results may diminish faster in some locations than others.

Enhance Your Dermal Filler Results With Dr. Guy Facial Plastic Surgery

Dr. Guy’s extensive experience with cosmetic filler treatment, as well as Botox®, allows him to design custom long-term treatment plans that can help your results last longer. Call our office at (832) 956-1040 or contact us online to set up a friendly chat about dermal fillers and other skin care treatments we offer at Dr. Guy Facial Plastic Surgery.