■INJECTABLE FILLERS

Injectable fillers are used to reduce facial lines and wrinkles. Laugh lines, lipstick lines, corners of the mouth and lines extending from the mouth to the jawline. They also have been used to plump up the lips. These are all very popular, non-surgical procedures.

There are many injectable fillers to choose from. In most cases Dr. Seiger's injectable of choice is Restylane. Other product names you may be familiar with include: Perlane, Juvederm, Radiance, Captique, HylaForm, Artefill and Evolence. Depending on your desired result, Doctor Seiger will recommend the best injectable filler for you.

Preparation:
Before treatment, you will be instructed to discontinue use of any non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, aspirin, St. John's Wort, or high doses of Vitamin E supplements as these may increase any bleeding or bruising at the injection site. Be sure to tell us if you have previously suffered from facial cold sores as a medication may be prescribed to minimize recurrence.

Procedure:
An anesthetic cream may be applied to the area to numb, reducing any discomfort from the treatment. A very small needle is then inserted and the right amount of filler is injected into the area of treatment to achieve the desired effect. After any minor swelling subsides, a follow-up treatment may be needed to refine your result.

Aftercare:
You may return to normal activities directly after treatment. Although, you may experience some swelling as well as redness and tenderness at the injection site for a few hours, these symptoms will normally disappear within a short period of time.

Precautions:
The use of injectable fillers is not indicated for anyone who may be pregnant, breastfeeding, or under the age of 18. Discuss any conditions, medications or concerns with us at the time of your appointment.