Do I Need a Fill or a Lift?
Posted March 16, 2020 in Injectables
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Nonsurgical facial treatments are designed to restore or maintain a youthful complexion. Some of these treatments work by restoring lost volume (a fill) or by tightening loose skin (a lift).
Although the overall purpose of these two techniques is very much the same (to enhance facial youthfulness), they go about achieving that in very different ways.
What Causes Facial Aging?
Facial aging comes from a number of reasons. As you age, your body produces less collagen (the structural protein that gives your skin form, elasticity, and strength). When this occurs, your skin thins, the underlying tissues break down and begin sagging, and facial fat is lost.
This results in fine lines, wrinkles, creases, sagging skin, and facial hollows.
While some extent of this process is inevitable, its rate is sped up due to excessive sun exposure, poor diets, and lifestyle habits like smoking or excessive alcohol consumption.
Which Nonsurgical Treatment Is Right for Me?
Choosing the right treatment for you might seem complicated, especially when some procedures have similar outcomes. When wanting to achieve a more youthful face, you may consider injectable dermal fillers or a nonsurgical “lift.”
While both procedures will provide you with a rejuvenated appearance, they will produce very different results.
When Would I Need a FIll?
Dermal fillers are injectable treatments that plump or add volume to the designated area, such as the cheeks, nasolabial folds, temples, jawline, or lips. This treatment is appropriate when you notice a change in the overall contour of your features due to the loss of facial fat.
What Are the Most Common Dermal Fillers?
There are many fillers offered that are made from several substances. One of the most popular ingredients for dermal fillers is hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring molecule that draws and maintains moisture in the skin.
Hyaluronic acid fillers include:
Why Would I Need a Lift?
Some facial aging is due to the loss of volume; other signs develop in response to sagging tissues. If the tissues are sagging, adding additional volume may or may not work.
Therefore, nonsurgical skin tightening can improve the tautness and smoothness of the face and neck. These procedures will reduce fine lines and wrinkles and take years off of your appearance.
What Is Nonsurgical Skin Tightening?
Until recently, skin tightening was only able to be accomplished through a surgical procedure, like a facelift. While plastic surgery still offers the most extensive amount of skin correction, nonsurgical skin tightening technology is improving, and its popularity is growing.
Ultherapy® uses ultrasonic energy to smooth and lift your skin by stimulating collagen production. This tightens the skin’s surface, thus reducing the signs of aging.
Elōs® SUBLIME uses a combination of radio frequency and infrared light to stimulate collagen production and tighten skin.
How Do I Know If I Need a Fill or Lift?
It is essential to consult with a skilled professional to determine which procedure best suits you. Dermal fillers and nonsurgical skin tightening can both provide significant results; the right technique for you depends on what you are hoping to correct.
Want to Learn More About Facial Fillers?
If you would like to learn more about nonsurgical facial enhancement in Fresno, California, contact Dr. Chin at (559) 517- 3606 or fill out our online contact form.