In today’s day and age, dermal fillers have definitely become one of the most popular non-surgical cosmetic treatments. Used for smoothing the facial lines and basically restoring the lost volume, as well as enhancing the lips and contouring those facial features, these are nowadays widely used by people of different age groups, and with different aesthetic goals. And while you once may not have been able to hear about them in everyday conversations, it seems that everyone is talking about them nowadays, and for a reason.
Of course, despite their popularity, these are still quite heavily misunderstood nowadays.
People often don’t understand even the common uses for dermal fillers, not being aware of the fact that those spread beyond smoothing those facial lines. Then, there are people that think these procedures create unnatural appearances, while there are also those that believe they can get permanent results after just one session. In short, people tend to misunderstand dermal fillers, not getting that they are far more nuanced that they realized.
There are, of course, various reasons why such misconceptions exist nowadays. From the social media trends and celebrity culture to the heavily edited photos and general misinformation that you can find online. But, instead of talking about the reasons why things are like this and lamenting over the fact that a lot of people are not getting it, we have decided to take a more proactive step and actually explain some things that you absolutely need to know.
To put things simply, we are now going to talk about the things that people often misunderstand about dermal fillers. And, when you get your facts straight, you will be ready and able to make much more informed decisions, as well as develop healthier expectations about these cosmetic treatments. So, let us start busting the myths and correcting the misconceptions.
The first misconception, and the most common one, is that dermal fillers are the same as Botox, and that simply isn’t correct. Sure, both are injectable cosmetic treatments, but the truth is that they work rather differently. Botox works by temporarily relaxing the muscles that create those dynamic wrinkles caused by facial movement, including crow’s feet, forehead lines and similar. On the other hand, dermal fillers work by adding volume beneath the skin, and they are commonly used to restore facial fullness, enhance the lips, improve cheek contours, fill some wrinkles or folds, as well as improve facial symmetry. And while these treatments can sometimes be used together, the truth is that they are definitely not interchangeable.
Read some more about dermal fillers: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22667-dermal-fillers
It is not uncommon for people to associate fillers with some exaggerated cosmetic results. This is, more often than not, thanks to those dramatic examples that tend to attract quite a lot of attention online. The truth is, though, that well-performed filler treatments are not always that obvious. Instead, they are usually so subtle that nobody else may even realize that you have had something done. Focusing on facial balance, natural proportions, conservative enhancement and age-appropriate results, the goal is not for patients to look dramatically different, but to look refreshed, rested, or perhaps slightly enhanced.
When people hear the word “fillers”, they often immediately start thinking about the lips. Once again, this is because examples of these injections being used for the lips often grab quite a lot of attention online. In reality, though, they can be used for various different areas of your face, such as the cheeks, the chin, the jawline, the temples, the under-eye hollows, and similar. And then, there are also some providers that use them for non-facial areas, such as the hands, or perhaps even for some body contouring procedures.
Another common misconception about these is that they are used solely by older adults that are looking to reverse the aging process. The truth is, though, that a lot of younger adults are also seeking these treatments, using them for facial balancing, chin enhancement, jawline definition, lip symmetry, as well as preventative aesthetic medicine. Of course, responsible providers will encourage conservative treatment approaches, and especially so when we are talking about younger adults. Learn more about some dos and don’ts of dermal fillers.
Finally, one more highly important thing to understand is that dermal fillers are not permanent. A lot of people tend to believe that they will last forever, which is definitely not the case, as most dermal fillers are temporary, and they tend to gradually break down as time passes. The longevity will depend on various factors, such as the filler type, the injection area, the amount used, as well as your metabolism and your general lifestyle.
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