Wrinkles are a normal consequence of aging or excessive weight loss which might leave you with sagging skin. Some habits like frequent frowning might also promote the development of wrinkles. In the past, wrinkles were considered something you had to contend with, but this is not so nowadays.
There are now solutions for wrinkling which can restore a youthful appearance and smooth out facial wrinkles. Most people only know of Botox injections from Salt Lake City’s best clinics as the solution for their wrinkles.
Nowadays, however, there are facial filers which will also work magic and smooth your facial wrinkles in much the same way as Botox. Dermal fillers are injected beneath your skin to soften creases, smooth lines, enhance facial contours and restore lost volume.
They are generally categorized according to the primary substance they comprise. The following are the standard components of wrinkle fillers currently available.
Hyaluronic Acid
This is a substance which is naturally found in the body. Hyaluronic acid will keep your skin hydrated and plump. The hyaluronic acid used in dermal fillers will thus have minimal side effects in your body since it mimics the working of the naturally-occurring body substance.
The effects of hyaluronic acid last for 6–12 months as the body naturally absorbs it. Most dermal fillers comprising hyaluronic acid are mixed with lidocaine to reduce discomfort during treatment. The common FDA-approved hyaluronic acid fillers include Belotero Balance, Juvederm, and Restylane.
Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA)
This is also a natural body substance primarily found in the bones. When used in dermal fillers, CaHA is microscopic and contained in a smooth gel. Its consistency is thicker compared to that of hyaluronic acid, and its effects will last longer than the latter’s at about a year in most people.
CaHA will stimulate your body’s natural production of collagen which will fill up frown lines and smooth wrinkles. It is hence generally used for deep wrinkles and creases. The FDA-approved CaHA filler is Radiesse.
Poly-L-Lactic Acid
This is a biocompatible and biodegradable synthetic product which has been used in the past in various medical devices including soluble stitches in surgeries. Poly-L-lactic acid fillers are generally categorized as collagen stimulators.
They primarily work by rebuilding your natural collagen stores which in turn smooth wrinkles. The effects of Poly-L-lactic acid products last for at least two years, and they are used for deep wrinkles. The most common FDA-approved type of poly-L-lactic acid filler is Sculptra Aesthetic.
Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA)
This is a biocompatible synthetic product which has been used in medical circles for ages. PMMA, when used in dermal fillers, is a tiny ball or microsphere which remains under your skin indefinitely for the provision of continued support.
PMMA fillers also contain collagen which boosts your skin’s firmness and support. The standard FDA-approved PMMA filler is Bellafill or Artefill.
The injectable wrinkle fillers mentioned above are among the safest ones currently available for a range of cosmetic treatments. To guarantee they work for you, get them injected in a certified sterile clinic and by a registered medical practitioner. Moreover, protect your face from sun rays using wide-brimmed hats or sunscreen after the injection to avert post-inflammatory pigment changes caused by the rays.
