One of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to give your appearance a rejuvenating boost is by means of dermal fillers and anti-wrinkle injections. Dermal fillers can help you hold off on more invasive procedures when you first begin to see such things as crows’ feet, laugh lines, and other visible signs of the aging process.
Pacifica Cosmetic Surgery Center Newport Beach Dermal Fillers treatment provide a safe, minimally-invasive alternative to cosmetic surgery, producing dramatic results that can last for months to a year or more. Dermal fillers provide the best results when administered by a skilled medical professional, and best of all, by an experienced plastic surgeon who fully understands the underlying structures of the facial features.
One such doctor is the highly renowned, triple-board-certified Dr. Douglas Hendricks, whose practice at Pacifica Cosmetic Surgery Center in Newport Beach, California provides state-of-the-art cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, including non-surgical treatments such as dermal fillers and anti-wrinkle injection
What are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers in Newport Beach are injectable treatments that are formulated to produce smoother skin tone and texture, diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and add fullness and volume to specific areas.
Most formulas contain natural ingredients such as plant-based Hyaluronic acid, a natural substance that our body produces abundantly during youth, but produces far less as we grow older. Dermal fillers are also used to enhance your natural features or to bring your features into greater harmony and balance. For example, you may wish to enhance the brow and lip area to offset a nose that is too large or rejuvenate the lower face by increasing definition in the chin and jawline using dermal fillers.
Treatment Areas for Dermal Fillers
Cheeks
A loss of volume in the cheeks often results from the natural breakdown of collagen and fat over time. This can leave the mid-face looking less contoured, and some patients notice an overall flattening of this area. Dermal fillers can be strategically placed to restore support and definition, enhancing the cheekbones while also helping to lift the surrounding facial tissues.
Nasolabial Folds
The nasolabial folds, commonly referred to as “smile lines,” can deepen as skin loses elasticity and the fat pads of the face shift downward. These creases often become more pronounced with age and can give the lower face a heavier appearance. Certain products are made for this area and can soften folds and create a smoother transition between the cheeks and the mouth.
Lips
While some patients seek lip volume enhancement, others want to correct asymmetry or refine their lip shape. With dermal fillers, we can address these concerns by focusing on areas like the lip border, the cupid’s bow, or the fine lines around the mouth. This technique not only improves overall symmetry but also gives the lips a smoother, more hydrated appearance.
Chin and Jawline
A well-defined chin and jawline can contribute to a balanced facial profile, but many patients experience changes in this area due to genetics or age-related bone density loss. Fillers are a minimally invasive way to contour and strengthen the chin or define the jawline’s angle.
Nose
Non-surgical rhinoplasty with fillers can correct minor irregularities in the nose such as a dorsal hump or uneven nasal tip. By carefully adding filler to specific areas, we can create smoother lines and improve symmetry. This treatment can also help refine the nasal bridge and even create the illusion of a smaller nose by balancing the shape of certain areas.
Under the Eyes
Hollowing or shadowing beneath the eyes is often the result of volume depletion in the tear trough area, leading to a tired or sunken appearance. Fillers can be used here to replenish volume and smooth the transition between the lower eyelid and the cheek.
Types of Dermal Fillers We Offer
JUVÉDERM®
JUVÉDERM is a family of hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers with varying densities and cohesivities to treat many areas of the face. JUVÉDERM uses Vycross® technology in select products which combines high and low molecular weight HA to enhance cross-linking and result in longer-lasting and more natural-looking fillers. JUVÉDERM features six unique products:
- JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC: Designed to restore lost volume in the mid-face and cheeks, this product provides structural support and enhances contour. It can also improve chin projection for a more balanced profile. Vycross technology promotes longevity, with results lasting up to two years.
- JUVÉDERM VOLUX® XC: This robust gel is engineered for jawline and chin enhancement, creating sharper angles and improved definition. Its high cohesivity makes it particularly effective for sculpting areas requiring significant structural support.
- JUVÉDERM VOLLURE® XC: Ideal for moderate to severe facial folds and wrinkles such as nasolabial folds, this product balances durability with flexibility for natural facial expressions. It is suitable for smoothing deeper lines without compromising movement.
- JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC: Specially formulated for delicate areas like the lips and under the eyes, this product provides subtle volume and addresses fine lines while promoting a smooth, hydrated appearance. Its low cohesivity allows for precision in areas requiring finesse.
- JUVÉDERM ULTRA XC: A versatile filler for enhancing lip volume and correcting mild to moderate facial wrinkles, this product creates soft, natural-looking results. It integrates seamlessly into the skin, making it a popular choice for lip augmentation.
- JUVÉDERM ULTRA PLUS XC: With a thicker and more durable gel, this product is ideal for treating deeper lines, folds, and areas requiring more substantial volume restoration. Its higher viscosity makes it effective for smoothing severe wrinkles or augmenting facial contours.
Restylane®
Restylane products differentiate themselves from other hyaluronic acid (facial fillers) through their use of NASHA® (Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid) and XpresHAn® technologies. NASHA technology produces fillers with a firm, particulate gel texture, making them ideal for precise shaping and structural support. In contrast, XpresHAn technology creates flexible, smooth gels that adapt to facial movements, offering natural-looking results even in highly mobile areas like around the mouth.
- Restylane® and Restylane-L: These versatile fillers are excellent for nasolabial folds and lips. Restylane-L also includes lidocaine for enhanced comfort during treatment.
- Restylane® Lyft: Designed for deeper volume restoration, this filler works well in the cheeks, mid-face, and hands. Its firmer consistency supports structural enhancement, lifting sagging skin and restoring youthful contours.
- Restylane® Silk: Perfect for delicate, intricate areas such as fine lines around the lips and subtle lip enhancement. Its smooth gel texture ensures precision and softness for natural results in areas that require finesse.
- Restylane® Refyne: This filler is formulated for mild to moderate facial lines, such as marionette lines or nasolabial folds, using XpresHAn technology to maintain flexibility and natural movement. It’s ideal for patients who value subtle yet noticeable refinement.
- Restylane® Defyne: Engineered for deeper lines and folds, this filler offers robust support while maintaining elasticity.
- Restylane® Kysse: Designed for lip augmentation and definition, Kysse offers soft, natural-looking volume and enhances the lip’s color and texture.
Radiesse®
Radiesse is a dermal filler that uses calcium hydroxyapatite, a substance naturally found in the bones and the teeth, to fill in areas of the face and hands by stimulating natural collagen production, providing gradual, long-lasting improvements. This filler is composed of microspheres suspended in a gel matrix which provides immediate volume while encouraging the body’s natural collagen production over time. The calcium hydroxyapatite particles are biodegradable and are metabolized by the body.
Radiesse is particularly effective in areas requiring more robust support, such as the cheeks, jawline, and hands due to its higher viscosity and elasticity. The filler integrates seamlessly into the skin, delivering smooth, natural-looking results while maintaining durability, with effects lasting up to 18 months or more depending on the treatment area.
Sculptra®
Another effective collagen-based injectable filler is Sculptra, which also replaces lost collagen by triggering gradual collagen production, supporting cell and tissue renewal, and smoothing out lines and wrinkles. Sculptra’s active ingredient, poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), is a biodegradable synthetic compound that stimulates fibroblasts, the cells responsible for collagen production. Sculptra rebuilds the skin’s underlying structure over several months.
The unique formulation of Sculptra allows it to be injected as a liquid suspension made of sterile water and lidocaine which allows even distribution across the treatment area. Then the PLLA microparticles are absorbed and trigger a cascade of biological responses that include collagen production. Sculptra is particularly well-suited for the nasolabial folds but can be used in other areas, too. Sculptra treatments typically involve a series of three sessions spaced several weeks apart, with results that can last up to two years or longer as the newly produced collagen continues to support the skin.
