Dermal Fillers: Application Areas and Duration of Effect
What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are minimally invasive procedures involving substances injected under the skin to reduce wrinkles, restore lost volume, enhance facial features, and provide overall rejuvenation. Hyaluronic acid-based fillers are the most commonly used.
Areas Commonly Treated with Dermal Fillers
Areas frequently chosen for filler treatments include:
1. Lip Fillers
Used to enhance lip volume, define lip shape, and reduce fine lines around the lips.
- Duration: Approximately 6-12 months.
2. Under-Eye Fillers
Reduces hollows, dark circles, and puffiness under the eyes.
- Duration: Approximately 12-18 months.
3. Cheekbone Fillers
Defines cheekbones, lifts overall facial appearance, and provides rejuvenation.
- Duration: Approximately 12-24 months.
4. Nasolabial Fold Fillers
Reduces deep lines running from the nose to the corners of the mouth.
- Duration: Approximately 12-18 months.
5. Chin and Jawline Fillers
Enhances jawline definition, balances facial proportions, and improves profile aesthetics.
- Duration: Approximately 12-24 months.
6. Forehead and Temple Fillers
Addresses volume loss in the forehead and temples, reduces fine lines, and improves facial symmetry.
- Duration: Approximately 12-18 months.
7. Nose Fillers
Non-surgical nose reshaping to correct shape, lift the tip, and address minor imperfections.
- Duration: Approximately 12-18 months.
Benefits of Dermal Fillers
- Minimally invasive procedures without the need for surgery.
- Quick procedure with immediate visible results.
- Short recovery period, allowing swift return to daily activities.
- Results are natural-looking with personalized shaping options.
Post-Treatment Care for Dermal Fillers
- Avoid touching or applying pressure to the treated area for the first 24 hours.
- Avoid heavy exercise, saunas, steam rooms, and hot showers for a few days post-treatment.
- Protect the treated area using high-factor sunscreen.
- Mild bruising or swelling may occur, typically resolving within a few days.
Recommendations by Dermatologist Dr. Ezgi Özkur
Dermatologist Dr. Ezgi Özkur recommends dermal filler treatments be administered by experienced professionals. She emphasizes personalized choice of filler type and quantity as crucial for achieving natural and satisfying outcomes.