There are many types of facial fillers, including Voluma, Juvéderm, Restylane, Restylane Lyft, and Radiesse. Each product has been developed to treat specific facial flaws, including lines, wrinkles, creases, thinning lips, hollowed temples, loss of definition in the jawline, and diminishing volume in the cheeks.

Hyaluronic acid fillers – what areas can be enhanced?

Voluma, Juvéderm, Restylane, and Restylane Lyft are all types of facial fillers composed of hyaluronic acid gel. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance that binds water to cells. These facial fillers can be used to correct moderate to severe signs of aging by filling in and reducing the visibility of fine lines, deep wrinkles, and other kinds of prominent facial creases and folds. For example, they can treat forehead lines, cheek wrinkles, nasolabial folds, mouth wrinkles, marionette lines, necklace lines, and jowls. They can also be used for lip augmentation and to fill hollows beneath the eyes.

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Am I a good candidate for facial filler injections?

Good candidates for facial fillers include men and women who are looking to improve the appearance of facial volume loss, wrinkles, and asymmetries. Facial fillers may be used to treat most areas of the face, including the cheeks. Dr. Moynihan and his team of expert injectors perform the treatments  in his office-based facility. Each session may take as little as 5 to 15 minutes to complete.

What can I expect after my filler treatment?

Facial filler treatments may lead to the occurrence of some minor irritation at the injection site(s). Side effects such as swelling and/or bruising are often mild and temporary. Treatments also generally involve minimal downtime, with most patients being able to return to work and other routine activities right away. Facial fillers before and after photos reveal vast improvements that typically last 12 to 24 months.

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Why choose Gold Coast Plastic Surgery?

Dermal fillers are best carried out by those with extensive experience and board certification. With over 30 years of experience as one of Chicago's top facial plastic surgeons, Dr. George Moynihan, M.D. is double-board-certified in both facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology, making him a leader when it comes to complex reconstructive and cosmetic procedures. His profound understanding of the anatomy behind faces results in clients feeling secure while undergoing dermal fillers at Gold Coast Plastic Surgery. Dr. Moynihan was educated at Villanova, Loyola, and the prestigious Rousso Facial Plastic Surgery Center and he currently serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Loyola University Medical Center and Rush University Medical Center.

Facial Fillers FAQs

What are the different types of facial fillers?

What is Restylane?

What is Juvéderm?

What is Voluma?

What is Radiesse?

Who is a good candidate for facial fillers?

What can I expect during a consultation for facial fillers?

Where is the facial filler procedure performed?

How is the facial filler procedure performed?

How long is the procedure time for facial filler procedures?

How much pain occurs with the facial filler injection?

What type of anesthesia is used for facial filler treatments?

What is the recovery like after undergoing a facial filler procedure?

Will I need to take off from work after the facial filler procedure?

Are there any risks of undergoing a facial filler procedure?

How much do facial fillers cost?

Will my insurance company cover the cost of my facial filler treatment?

How long do the results of facial fillers last?

Where can I get facial fillers near me?

What are the different types of facial fillers?

Also known as facial line fillers or injectable fillers, facial fillers are substances injected into subdermal tissue to improve the appearance of wrinkles and other skin imperfections, restoring a more rejuvenated, younger-looking appearance. There are various types of facial fillers, among them collagen boosters, Restylane, Juvéderm, and Radiesse.

What is Restylane?

Restylane is an injectable facial filler composed of a hyaluronic acid gel. Restylane can be used to treat a variety of creases and lines, including smile lines and nasolabial folds. Restylane may also be used to augment the lips.

What is Juvéderm?

Juvéderm is an injectable facial filler made of hyaluronic acid gel, a naturally occurring substance that binds water to cells. Juvéderm can be used for the treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds and for soft, natural-looking lip augmentation.

What is Voluma?

Voluma is an FDA-approved thicker form of hyaluronic acid best used for adding volume to the mid-face. It also reduces the appearance of jowls along the jawline.

What is Radiesse?

Radiesse, previously known as Radiance, is an injectable facial filler made of calcium hydroxyapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in an aqueous polysaccharide gel. CaHA is a biocompatible substance, which is found in teeth and bone. Radiesse can improve the appearance of deep facial lines and folds in the face, neck or chest,, acne scarring, deep furrows between the brows, and facial depressions. It has little risk of allergic reaction.

Who is a good candidate for facial fillers?

Patients who are looking to improve the appearance of volume loss, facial asymmetry, wrinkling, and folds in the skin make good candidates for facial line fillers. These treatments are best for people with realistic expectations. While the idea of the complete and permanent removal of wrinkles may be attractive, it is unrealistic due to the ongoing nature of wrinkle formation and the currently available methods of treatment.

What can I expect during a consultation for facial fillers?

During the consultation for facial filler treatment, your skin will be examined, and your medical history will be taken. After discussing your goals, a treatment plan will be recommended and all details of the procedure explained, including the technique, the recovery, the risks, the costs, and so on.

Where is the facial filler procedure performed?

Dr. Moynihan performs facial filler procedures in his private, luxury aesthetic center in the heart of Chicago.

How is the facial filler procedure performed?

The facial filler is injected beneath the skin of the treatment area(s) with a small needle or cannula. Depending on your desired results, more than one injection may be applied.

How long is the procedure time for facial filler procedures?

Facial filler treatments may take as little as 5 to 15 minutes to perform.

How much pain occurs with the facial filler injection?

While there is usually little pain associated with facial filler injections, pain relief options are available and may be discussed during your consultation with your doctor. If you have a low tolerance for pain, your doctor can apply an anesthetic to your skin to minimize any discomfort caused by the procedure.

What type of anesthesia is used for facial filler treatments?

There are many ways to relieve the patient of discomfort during treatment. Some of these include the use of topical anesthetics, local anesthetic, ice, or a combination of such. The type employed will depend on the filler to be injected and the injection site.

What is the recovery like after undergoing a facial filler procedure?

Though minor irritation may occur at the injection site(s), facial filler treatment generally involves little recovery and virtually no downtime. Patients are normally able to return to work and resume routine activities immediately after the procedure.

Will I need to take off from work after the facial filler procedure?

In a vast majority of cases, the answer is, “No.” While some irritation may occur at the injection site(s), it is often minor enough to allow patients to go back to work and resume other normal activities immediately after treatment.

Are there any risks of undergoing a facial filler procedure?

The potential risks associated with facial filler procedures may include allergic reaction, bruising, numbness, redness, swelling, discoloration, lumping, and granulomas. These, however, are quite rare. Far milder side effects, such as minor bruising and swelling are more likely to occur.

How much do facial fillers cost?

The cost of facial fillers depends on the results you wish to achieve, and the complexity of the procedure(s) required to achieve them.

On average, the treatment can cost between $500 and $2,000 per syringe. However, you’ll need to have a consultation with your provider for a more definite answer to the question, “How much are facial fillers?”

Will my insurance company cover the cost of my facial filler treatment?

Patients will need to check with their own insurer. In general, facial filler procedures are usually not covered when performed for cosmetic purposes.

How long do the results of facial fillers last?

Voluma lasts for up to 24 months; Juvéderm, Restylane, Restylane Lyft, and Radiesse will last for 9 to 18 months.

Where can I get facial fillers near me?

Those living in Chicago or the surrounding areas will benefit from seeing double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Moynihan and his team, who provide the best facial filler treatments.

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