Aging eventually takes a toll on your face no matter how well you care for your skin. Fortunately, fillers offered by the Charleston, SC, dermatologists at Trident Dermatology^® can help you look more youthful.

What do fillers do?

Injectable fillers restore volume to your face, improving the appearance of lines, folds, wrinkles, and sagging skin. Depending on the condition of your skin and your treatment goals, fillers can be used to enhance the way you look for just a few months or several years.

Are fillers right for me?

Fillers are a good choice for both men and women. As long as you're healthy, have realistic expectations and are committed to taking care of your skin, they may be an excellent option for you. If you want to look younger without plastic surgery, you'll want to consider fillers.

Fillers aren't quite as effective for smokers. The facial movements you make when you smoke will make lines and wrinkles appear again and will decrease the effectiveness of the treatment.

What issues do fillers treat?

Fillers can:

• Improve facial contours
• Soften the nasolabial fold lines that extend from your nose to your mouth on either side of your face
• Make lines, wrinkles, and folds less noticeable
• Reduce crow's feet around the eyes
• Improve volume under your eyes and in your cheeks and lips
• Plump shallow scars, including acne scars
• Decrease puffiness under the eyes

How long do fillers last?

Your results will vary depending on the type of filler used. Some fillers improve your appearance for six months, while others last as long as two years.

What happens when I receive fillers?

Your Charleston dermatologist may use local or topical anesthetic to reduce injection pain before the process begins. After your skin doctor injects a small amount of filler into your face, he or she will evaluate the results before continuing. Injecting a small amount at a time ensures that your results look completely natural. You can return to your normal activities immediately after receiving fillers. Side effects can include mild pain, bruising, or redness, although these effects don't last very long.

Are you ready to try fillers? Call the Charleston, SC, dermatologists at Trident Dermatology^® at (843) 797-3960 to schedule an appointment.