A dermal filler is a substance which is injected into the skin to plump it up, making it firmer and smoothing out lines and wrinkles.

There are many fillers on the market these days, but the most popular and in-demand product is Restylane from Medicis Pharmaceuticals. Restylane is a synthetically produced non-animal product consisting of hyaluronic acid, which is a natural component of all our organs and tissues. Although we will be discussing various dermal fillers in the training, the product we will be using is Restylane.

Dermal fillers are extremely safe with a low incidence of allergic reaction. You can expect some degree of redness and swelling after the treatment, which usually clears up within 1-2 days.

Dermal fillers are used to fill out lines and wrinkles around your mouth, nose, and cheeks and can even be effective for smoothing out scars. Fillers are very popular for giving the lips a fuller look, and for giving the lip better definition and reduction in lipstick bleed. Fillers are also very effective for facial contouring – for example, cheek and chin dimples – can be achieved using dermal fillers to smooth out the hollows and alter the facial contour.

Restylane typically last six to eight months, but this varies from one person to another. The filler is gradually broken down and absorbed by the body, so the lines, wrinkles or lips will gradually return to their previous appearance without touch-up treatments.