Cheek filler is a temporary way to add volume to and augment the cheeks. The non-surgical procedure consists of injections along the natural anatomy of the cheek. While hyaluronic acid fillers are the most popular choice, there are many other filler options for cheek enhancement. Additionally, cheek implants and fat fillers are permanent ways to achieve augmented cheeks. Cheek implants are not overly common and not recommended for everyone.
Largely considered a safe and effective procedure, cheek fillers are one of the first procedures used to treat midface sagging and loss of volume before resorting to surgery. Dr. Jindal can present several non-surgical procedures that can help you restore and maintain a youthful cheek appearance.
With age, the natural fat in the face thins out. This is first seen during puberty and the early twenties when the face loses the fat it held as a child. Over time, this process continues, albeit at a slower rate.
By the time people reach their late thirties, they often notice some volume loss in the midface. Of course, this is natural and mostly unavoidable. However, aging is not the only cause of volume loss in the cheeks. Other contributing factors include:
Non-surgical cheek augmentation carries many benefits, including more than just cosmetic benefits. Some of the benefits and advantages of cheek filler are:
Hyaluronic acid fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm are the most popular and widely used filler for cheek enhancement. The soft consistency and versatility of these types of fillers do offer a great option for cheek fillers. Recently, Restylane Contour was FDA-approved and introduced as the only filler made specifically for the cheeks. Other cheek fillers include Restylane Lyft and Juvéderm Voluma.
Made of a substance found naturally in the body, hyaluronic acid fillers have a low rejection and allergic reaction rate. Most people tolerate the filler itself and the injections well.
Semi-permanent fillers refer to a class of dermal fillers made from non-dissolvable substances that usually last between two and four years. Sculptra and Radiesse are the two best known examples of semi-permanent cheek fillers. Often, these options are explored for patients who have a more chronic facial fat loss problem such as patients with HIV or those who have used cheek fillers for years and want something that lasts longer.
Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, these fillers are not dissolvable. Therefore, it is best to see an experienced provider, preferably a surgeon, who specializes in the placement of semi-permanent fillers.
Plasma injections were first used to accelerate the healing and reduce the pain of soft tissue and muscle injuries in sports medicine. Due to the increased collagen production and healing properties that plasma creates, it then began to benefit people in the aesthetic industry as well.
When injected into the cheeks, it stimulates your body to begin a healing response. Over time, this can help create natural tissue and volumize the cheeks. This is a much more time-consuming, subtle, and not guaranteed process. However, it is a great place to start and can even benefit people who have dermal fillers.
Dermal fillers are injected using two different types of needles. First, a traditional needle that has one sharp end and is fairly thin. Used for decades to inject filler, it does cause some trauma to the skin and can accidentally puncture structures under the skin. This is a risk for occlusion, one of the worse complications of filler injections. While rare, a regular needle does come with a higher risk of this occurring.
Second, a blunt cannula involves using a slightly thicker, hollow cannula with a blunt end. An initial needle stick creates the opening and then Dr. Jindal inserts the cannula beneath the skin. Cannulas cause less damage and are much less likely to puncture anything it is not supposed to.
Dr. Jindal is skilled in both techniques and may recommend one over the other in certain situations. If you have a preference or questions, discuss them during your consultation.
Filler migration is rare, but can happen. This is when the filler moves from where it was placed and into other areas of the face. If this happens—as long as it is hyaluronic acid fillers—he can immediately dissolve the fillers and reinject them if desired. Migration rarely occurs and can be prevented by:
Enhancing the face with surgical or non-surgical treatments requires a skilled and experienced provider. Dr. Jindal is an oculoplastic and facial cosmetic surgeon who focuses purely on eyelid and facial surgeries. Having experience on both the medical and cosmetic side of facial surgeries and treatments, Dr. Jindal is uniquely qualified when it comes to dermal filler injections. The Jindal Institute for Youthful Aging offers the best cheek filler Raleigh provides.
Along with his technical skill, Dr. Jindal prefers to take a holistic approach when treating his patients. Instead of jumping to the most invasive procedures, he will discuss all the possibilities, including lifestyle changes or at-home treatments when applicable. Dr. Jindal also offers completely natural treatments such as plasma and fat injections.
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