Injectable Fillers

Some people in Southern California are hoping for a miracle cure for wrinkles and other signs of aging. The realists among us are turning to injectable fillers to mask the wrinkles and blemishes that inevitably appear as we age. The effects of gravity, sun exposure and years of facial muscle movement impact the underlying tissues that keep our skin looking youthful, leaving behind laugh lines, smile lines, crow's feet and other facial creases.

Injectable fillers plump up creased and sunken areas of the face, and also can be used to add fullness and a more sensual look to the lips. These treatments are growing in popularity across the United States and right here at the Newport Beach and Long Beach locations of CosmetiCare. Our plastic surgery specialists understand that achieving the look you want can help you live the life you want, and injectable treatments like Juvéderm™, Restylane®, and ArteFill® make improving your look easier than ever. Learn more when you request a Complimentary Consultation.

What Do I Need to Know about Injectable Fillers?

There are many types of fillers on the market today, each one having slightly different chemical properties and each one working in a slightly different way. On a basic level, injectables work by filling in soft tissue beneath the skin, temporarily plumping lines, wrinkles and sunken areas to restore a smoother, more youthful-looking appearance.

CosmetiCare offers all of today's most popular injectables, including Restylane, Collagen, Juvéderm, Perlane, Cosmoplast and ArteFill. Because each filler has a unique chemical makeup, some are longer-lasting and more permanent than others. Your surgeon will help you determine which type of filler may be best for the areas you are looking to improve.

Am I a Candidate for These Treatments?

People from all walks of life have chosen injectable fillers at CosmetiCare. These treatments are particularly popular with busy professionals who want to improve their look with a quick and easy procedure. Many career men and women in Long Beach and Newport Beach are turning to fillers like Juvéderm and Restylane as well as BOTOX® Cosmetic and other minimally invasive cosmetic treatments to boost their career prospects and stay competitive well into their 40s, 50s and 60s.

While injectable fillers have helped millions of people smooth and improve their appearance, these treatments are not appropriate for everyone. For severe facial wrinkles, chemical peel, dermabrasion or another type of resurfacing technique may be recommended. These resurfacing methods strip away the outer layers of the skin to produce a smoother appearance. Deep folds in the face or brow caused by overactive muscles or by loose skin may be more effectively treated with facial cosmetic surgery, such as facelift or brow lift. Injectables are sometimes used in conjunction with facial procedures, but injectable fillers alone are not permanent and cannot change facial contour the way conventional surgery can.

How Will I Look and Feel Afterwards?

• One of the big advantages of using injectable fillers is that these treatments require almost no downtime.
• Most people return to work the very next day.
• Most patients experience very little if any discomfort during or after their injectable treatment.
• With many injectables, you'll see results immediately, and you'll be able to enjoy your new look for several months before re-treatment is required.
• In many cases, people will comment that you look younger, but they won't be able to tell that you've had a cosmetic treatment.

Request your Complimentary Consultation online at CosmetiCare to learn more details about injectable fillers and get a personal recommendation about which treatment is right for you. Or, if you'd prefer, call us at 800-95-IMAGE (800-954-6243) to schedule your appointment. With convenient locations on Atlantic Avenue in Long Beach and Bayside Drive in Newport Beach, CosmetiCare makes it easy to look your best in Southern California.

Remember that all medical procedures carry some risk. Specific risks associated with this procedure will be discussed with you during your consultation. Major complications are rare, but minor complications not affecting your surgical outcome may occasionally occur.