The pursuit of youthful, radiant skin is a universal desire. Advancements in cosmetic treatments have made achieving a more youthful appearance possible. Among the many cosmetic procedures available, dermal fillers have become increasingly popular as a safe and effective way of combating signs of aging.

However, with different types of dermal fillers available, knowing the right one for you can be challenging.

What Are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are injectable gels that restore volume, eliminating or minimizing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. They are made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps hydrate and plump the skin. They can fill hollows, augment lips, and smooth out wrinkles and fine lines.

Types of Dermal Fillers

• Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: This is the most popular type of dermal filler. They consist of a gel-like substance injected into the skin to add volume and smooth out wrinkles. They can treat diverse concerns, including nasolabial folds and hollows under the eyes.
   

• Calcium Hydroxylapatite Fillers: They comprise tiny calcium microspheres suspended in a gel. They treat deep wrinkles and folds like marionette lines and nasolabial folds.
   

• Poly-L-Lactic Acid Fillers: These are a type of dermal filler used to stimulate collagen production in the skin. They treat deep folds and wrinkles. They also add volume to the temples and cheeks.
   

• Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) Fillers: PMMA fillers are tiny beads suspended in a gel. They treat deep wrinkles and folds. They also help treat volume in the cheeks and temples.

Age Groups and Dermal Fillers 

Dermal fillers can work for people of all ages, improving the appearance of their skin. However, the best type of dermal filler and the areas that need treatment will vary with the person's age.

Dermal Fillers in Your 20s

Your skin is still youthful and does not show signs of aging in your 20s. However, some individuals may have naturally thin lips or hollows under the eyes that dermal fillers can address. Hyaluronic acid fillers are a good option for individuals in their 20s. They can add volume to the lips and the under-eye area without looking overdone.

Dermal Fillers in Your 30s

Your skin may start showing signs of aging, like fine lines and wrinkles, in your 30s. You may notice these changes around your eyes and mouth. Hyaluronic acid fillers can fill these lines and restore volume to areas that do not have it, like the temples and cheeks.

Dermal Fillers in Your 40s

The skin starts losing elasticity and firmness in your 40s. It then starts sagging and developing deep wrinkles. Calcium hydroxylapatite fillers can be a good option, stimulating collagen production and providing long-lasting results. Poly-L-lactic acid fillers can also address the loss of volume and sagging skin.

Dermal Fillers in Your 50s and Beyond

Your skin may continue to lose volume and elasticity in your 50s. As a result, wrinkles and sagging skin may become more pronounced. PMMA fillers are a good option for individuals in their 50s and beyond. It can provide long-lasting results for deep wrinkles and loss of volume.

What to Expect

A dermal filler procedure takes less than an hour. It uses topical numbing cream in the treatment area to minimize any discomfort. The fillers are injected into the targeted site using a small needle or cannula. After the injections, the area may get massaged to ensure the filler gets distributed evenly.

Most people can resume their daily activities immediately after getting dermal fillers. However, experts recommend avoiding strenuous exercise for the first 24 hours. Some mild swelling or bruising may occur at the injection site, but it typically resolves within a few days.

For more information about dermal fillers, visit SDIM & Spa at our office in Poway, California. Call (858) 208-3676 to book an appointment today.