Since the 19th century, dermal fillers have been used to enhance and restore facial features. In the early days, autologous fat extracted from the arms was used to correct depressed facial defects and scars, while paraffin was injected into the scrotum as a testicular prosthesis. In the 1970s, animal collagens were researched and tested enough for use in humans, leading to the introduction of collagen injections and implants. Specifically, bovine collagen or cow-derived collagen was used as a filler. The proliferation of hyaluronic acid fillers is understandable in the context of the above materials, as is the caution used with permanent fillers.
Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are used to improve and re-plump facial features, such as the lips, cheeks, chin and temple area. Bellafill is the only FDA-approved dermal filler on the market today, which helps skin stimulate long-term collagen production to progressively maintain a more youthful appearance for up to 5 years, while adding immediate volume and lift. Dermal fillers can be injected into many areas of the face to correct and restore creases, lines, wrinkles, and voids. With new innovations and refined techniques, dermal fillers have become a popular choice among cosmetic patients. However, clinical experience has shown that fillers should be used with caution, as complications can occur. Over the past two decades, with the advent of non-surgical treatments and improved techniques with complementary results that are equally impressive, the number of people seeking aesthetic treatments has grown exponentially.
Dermal fillers have become the norm rather than the exception for smooth lines, thick lips and contours without downtime.
