Dermal Fillers
At Shine MD, we take pride in providing full service treatment plans that address your skin and medical conditions. We use injectables such as wrinkle relaxers, fillers and biostimulators in combination with skin care treatments to ensure you are benefiting from a comprehensive facial rejuvenation plan. We do not over treat our patients with injectables. We use dermal fillers as one of our many tools to get you closer to your goals. Book a dermal fillers consultation at our Vancouver clinic.
Dermal fillers are made of hyaluronic acid and are injected under the skin to add or restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and define certain facial features. Filler treatments give immediate results, leading to natural looking, high-impact enhancements to the face. Fillers are an important part of your facial rejuvenation treatment. When you are working with us, you can be sure that your treatment plan will be conservative and lead to natural enhancements. Your filler treatment will be thoughtfully incorporated into a facial rejuvenation plan that considers and applies both the art and science of aesthetic medicine.
Skinboosters by Restylane
Skinboosters are a hyaluronic acid filler that is very soft and fine. This product is unique in its composition, allowing it to be injected just beneath and into the layers of your skin to provide a more immediate improvement of fine lines, wrinkles and acne scars. This product is particularly effective at improving small fine lines in the forehead, around the lips and near the eyes (crow’s feet). It is also a great option for the immediate improvement of acne scars. It can be used in conjunction with Sculptra or used as a stand alone treatment before a big event. A series of three treatments, one month apart is ideal for acne scarring.
Skinboosters have been shown to improve the collagen network and induce remodeling of the skin, so, in some ways, they create permanent or long lasting improvements.
Dermal Fillers for Under Eye Rejuvenation
The Restylane Eyelight filler is used to treat the tear trough (under-eye) area. It is specifically designed to replace volume and improve the appearance of under-eye shadows and under-eye hollows. A complete tear trough correction will almost always require volume restoration of the upper cheek area that supports the under-eye area.
Sculptra
Sculptra is an injectable biostimulation treatment that activates your skin’s natural power to produce collagen. Sculptra is made of a molecule called Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA). It is mixed with sterile water and injected under your skin to stimulate your skin’s natural collagen production pathways. The results appear over the three to six months following your treatment You will see a gradual, global improvement in volume, skin texture, fine lines and wrinkles and skin luminosity. Sculptra is one of our most commonly performed treatments for both facial rejuvenation and acne scarring.
Visit our Sculptra page for more information on this remarkable treatment.
Learn More About Dermal Fillers
As we age, the quality of our collagen changes and our skin becomes less elastic, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. Fillers mimic the lost volume in the skin, temporarily restoring the skin’s original structure. Fillers can also be used to add volume and fullness to areas that you would like to accentuate.
There are multiple kinds of dermal fillers that are each made up of different ingredients. Different dermal fillers are better for certain applications, so it is important to consult with an experienced injector who can select the best filler to achieve your aesthetic goals. Fillers are made with hyaluronic acid, an ingredient that is naturally produced by our bodies and can be found in the skin’s connective tissue. Hyaluronic acid works excellently to fill out facial wrinkles and add plush volume under the skin.
At Shine MD, we use fillers by Restylane®, Revanesse®, and TEOSYAL®.
At Shine MD, Dr. Mona Khurana will conduct a detailed consultation regarding your goals. Dr. Khurana is a skilled injector who will provide a thoughtful and realistic treatment plan. Her primary goal is to offer natural-looking enhancements to ensure a rested and rejuvenated appearance.
During your treatment, your skin will be cleaned and prepped. You will then receive a series of injections, which vary depending on your treatment area and desired results. You may feel minor pinching during the injections, but the treatment is very quick and easily tolerated.
Common treatment areas include the:
- Temples
- Tear troughs
- Cheeks
- Nasolabial folds
- Chin
- Jawline
- Lips
There is minimal downtime associated with filler treatments. You can begin exercise the next day. Some patients may experience some minor bruising or swelling at the injection site. These side effects are temporary and usually subside within a few days of treatment.
The results from dermal fillers are immediate. You will be able to see a noticeable difference in the treated area(s) as soon as the injections are complete. Dermal fillers can add fullness to the lips, soften fine lines and wrinkles, enhance facial contours, add facial volume, and smooth the appearance of the skin.
The results from dermal fillers typically last between 6 and 18 months. The longevity of your results depends on the type of filler you receive, where the filler is placed, and how your individual body processes the filler. We recommend regular treatments if you wish to maintain your results.
Dermal fillers can be used on men and women of all ages. For more mature skin, filler can be used to restore lost volume and improve the appearance of wrinkles. For younger skin, filler is often used to plump the lips or add definition to the cheeks. Depending on your specific concerns, the experienced injector at Shine MD will recommend the filler best suited for you.
Dermal fillers are minimally invasive and suitable for all skin types, making them a great option for most people. Speak to a member of the team at Shine MD to find out if fillers are the right option for you.
Dermal Fillers Pre and Post Care Instructions
At Shine MD, your comfort and safety are our top priority. In order to ensure that you have the best experience possible, we have compiled a list of guidelines to follow before and after your treatment. Click on the button below to learn more.
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*Individual results may vary.