Smooth and Restore
Everything you need to know about dermal fillers from the experts at Aqua Medical Spa
If your face is lacking the luster it once held or you wish to plump up your pout a bit, dermal fillers have become an increasingly popular option. This nonsurgical cosmetic procedure plumps, smooths and restores volume to the face.
Dermal filler, often simply called “filler,” works to fill in areas of the face that have lost or are lacking volume. Filler contains hyaluronic acid, a substance that’s already found in your skin and is necessary for plumpness and hydration. As we age, our production of hyaluronic acid decreases causing visible wrinkling.
Using a thin needle, a licensed health care provider can inject a small amount of hyaluronic acid filler into the desired area adding volume to sagging skin, plumping lips or cheeks, smoothing wrinkles or making facial features symmetrical.
“Dermal fillers help to turn back the clock on aging, making the patient’s appearance fresh and youthful,” said Lindsey Watford, nurse practitioner at the Fort Walton Beach office of Dermatology Specialists of Florida’s Aqua Medical Spa.
Watford said dermal fillers have been on the rise since 2011 and reached a pivotal height in 2016. Today, she believes dermal fillers are being put to their best use after several years of evolution.
“Aesthetics are my passion, and as an experienced injector, I have my patients’ best interests at heart,” Watford said. “I don’t see dermal fillers as changing or augmenting the face but rather as enhancing the natural features.”
Watford emphasizes the importance of using a licensed professional that you can trust, such as the providers at Dermatology Specialists of Florida & Aqua Medical Spa. During a consultation, Watford will ask patients to hold up a mirror and describe their wants or goals. She listens closely to their concerns and then provides her professional recommendations to achieve their desired look.
For the best visible results, you should receive dermal fillers at least two weeks before any big event. This will also allow time for any bruising or swelling to subside. To lessen bruising, remain hydrated before the appointment, avoid drinking alcohol in the days before and don’t use blood thinners.
Recovery time is minimal, but patients should refrain from exercise and strenuous activity for at least 24 hours. The procedure typically takes about 30 minutes with results lasting 6 to 12 months. Of course, individual results may vary.
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