Fillers
Botox, Collagen, Restylane, Perlane, Sculptra, Radiesse (Radiance), Fat Transfer

Botox: Technically not a filler, this muscle relaxant is best used in the upper face and neck and as an adjunct in the lower face to stop muscle movement. This temporarily gets rid of muscle movement lines for a younger smoother look.

Collagen: Collagen is a naturally occurring protein that provides support to various parts of the human body.

Restylane: Restylane is composed of completely biodegradable hyaluronic acid particles suspended in gel. Thisproduct contains no animal proteins: it is natural and considered extremely safe. The results are immediate and last 6-12 months. Restylane is FDA approved for moderate-to-severe wrinkles around the nose and mouth. Our center was involved in the original Phase 3 clinical trial for Restylane.

Perlane: Is made of hyaluronic acid. In the human body, natural hyaluronic acid provides volume and fullness to the skin. The hyaluronic acid in Perlane has been modified slightly to last longer than the body's hyaluronic acid. The hyaluronic acid in Perlane is produced by a biotechnical process.

Sculptra: Synthetic polylactic acid in microspheres. (Ply-L-Iactic acid related to re absorbable suture material). Thisis a good filler for volume replacement and lasts 18-24 months. Our center is involved in the Phase 3 clinical trial for Sculptra. FDA approved for HIV patients suffering lossof facial structure. Used outside U.S.as the facial filler "New Fill."Of label use in te U.S.for facial rejuvenation.

Radiesse (Radiance) Thisis calcium Hydroxyapatite related to bone. It is used offlabel cosmetically. It lasts 9-12 months.

Fat Transfer: Candidates for fat injections are those with facial contour defects, patients who have lost fat and overall volume and want to use a filler that is totally natural for them.