Finding the Right Dermal Filler for You

Nowadays, there are so many ways to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. It can be difficult to know which is best for you. They often have their own unique properties that are meant to be used in a specific area. If this is your first dermal filler treatment, it will help to know about the available options. Spa West in Westlake, OH is here to help you with just that! We know the industry well and can offer trustworthy advice on the best type of filler to choose. Contact us if you want to clear up any questions you have.

What is a Filler?

An injectable or dermal filler is a soft tissue injection that enters the skin at varying levels to fill facial lines, wrinkles, add volume to your face, and augment facial features. This can help to give your face a smoother appearance and restore some youthful glow. These injectable fillers are temporary since they are absorbed by the body after a while.

Types of Fillers

There is a long list of dermal fillers, but we will only discuss the ones most commonly used for the purpose of this blog. We will also include their brand name and what they mainly treat.

Calcium Hydroxylapatite

A popular brand name for Calcium Hydroxylapatite is Radiesse. Calcium Hydroxylapatite is similar to a mineral and is naturally found in human bones. However, it is biosynthetically produced for cosmetic and medical purposes, which means that it is not harvested from animals or humans. Due to this aspect, it offers a lower risk of allergic reactions and is known to give patients a natural result. 

Calcium Hydroxylapatite can enhance the fullness of your cheeks and facial contours and reduce the appearance of frown lines. It is often used in reconstructive surgery and HIV patients.

Hyaluronic Acid

Brand names for Hyaluronic Acid often include Captique, Esthélis, Elevess, Hylaform, Juvederm, Perlane, Prevelle, Puragen, and Restylane. Hyaluronic Acid has a wide range of uses and is the most commonly used dermal filler. It can reduce depression in your skin due to scarring and injuries. It also helps to reduce the appearance of acne scars, crow’s feet, smile lines, frown lines, vertical mouth lines, and so much more. 

Hyaluronic Acid can be found naturally in soft connective tissues and fluid around your eyes. Hyaluronic Acid is extracted and reformulated to be a suitable dermal filler used by most medical spas. It is also used to ease joint pain for arthritis patients.

Polyalkylimide

Aquamid is the common brand name for this type of filler. It is a semi-permanent injectable filler and is mostly used to treat deeper wrinkles and depressed scars. It is also used to enhance your facial volume in various areas. Polyalkylimide is biocompatible, which means it has few side effects and won’t interfere with x-rays, as some fillers might. 

A layer of collagen forms around the injected area about a month after the injection. Since Polyalkylimide is semi-permanent, it can be removed if needed.

Polylactic Acid

You may know Polylactic Acid by its brand name: Sculptra. Polylactic Acid is an injectable that stimulates the production of collagen when injected into your face. It works particularly well in your lower face and can be used to fill facial lines, plump up lips, and treat deep nasolabial folds. Unlike other fillers, Polylactic Acid does not provide immediate results. Since it is stimulating the production of collagen, it takes a few months to become visible. Three monthly treatments will usually suffice to give you your desired results. Polylactic Acid is considered to be semi-permanent but may still require touch-ups over time.

What is the Difference Between All These Fillers?

Each dermal filler is made up of different chemicals and is found or synthesized in different ways. They are also used to treat different facial areas and conditions. Your dermatologist or surgeon should determine which filler is best for your desired outcome and unique needs. 

However, most patients opt for fillers that can be administered in a surgeon’s office or at a medical spa. These dermal fillers are more predictable and usually have milder side effects.

Our Filler Services

One of these popular and predictable dermal fillers is Hyaluronic Acid. We offer Restylane injections to our patients for consistently effective results with minimal side effects. Restylane can ease the appearance of aging, and smile lines, and can be used for lip augmentations. 

Restylane delivers Hyaluronic Acid in the form of a gel to increase facial volume and reduce wrinkles. It also helps your skin retain its moisture and enhances your body’s ability to combat aging.

Restylane has a wide variety of options to treat specific areas:

Restylane L – Nasolabial folds and wrinkles.

Restylane Lyft – Add volume to facial areas and restore volume to handles.

Restylane Refyne – Deep folder and wrinkles.

Restylane Defyne – Wrinkles and chin augmentations.

Restylane Kysse – Lip augmentation and perioral wrinkles. 

Restylane Contour – Cheek augmentation and creating ideal contours.

Why Choose Restylane?

Long-lasting Results

Results can last between 6 months and a year.

Convenience

Since this procedure is non-surgical, it won’t take long to complete and has minimal downtime.

Natural Results

Restylane can ease facial lines while still maintaining your face’s ability to make facial expressions. 

Versatile

Restylane has many uses and can treat many different areas, so you don’t have to use other fillers to achieve your desired results.

Rely On Us for Your Dermal Filler Treatments

At Spa West, we have your best interests at heart. That is why we use only the best fillers in Westlake to give you the best results.