As time and gravity take effect, the soft, subtle transition areas of our face become more pronounced with folds and wrinkles. Dr. Lefkowitz uses fillers made with HLA (Juvederm, Restylane family of products), a naturally occurring substance in your body. These fillers are non-animal derived and biodegradable. They restore volume naturally lost during the aging process. Often used in conjunction with Botox Cosmetic or facial rejuvenation procedures and treatments, HLA fillers are proven to be safe and effective when used appropriately.
Facial fillers can give your features more definition, or help combat the signs of aging in the jowl and the area between the cheek and mouth. Dr. Lefkowitz does not use facial fillers for wrinkles between eyebrows due to the complication risks associated with blood vessels that area. Botox is a better treatment option for wrinkles between brows.
About the Treatment
Dr. Lefkowitz will consult with you and determine if facial fillers are the right treatment for you. If so, he will inject a small amount in the areas that will give you the best results.
The treatment takes about 15 to 20 minutes. You can come in over a lunch break and go back to work right afterward.
Recovery
You may have some minimal bruising and swelling, which usually fades in less than 24 hours. To prevent bruising and swelling, do not take herbal supplements, vitamin E, non-steroidals or aspirin for at least 10 days before treatment.
Results
Facial fillers last between 6 and 18 months.