Should I get Artefill injection?

When Artefill first got publicity, it was stated that this lasted a very long time (if not forever). Can anyone tell me if they have had Artefill and for how long and if they feel this is better than the fillers out there now. thank you.

yeah, really weird how no one is talking about artefill. maybe they aren't producing enough to make a big market push. bet they did a press release to keep investors happy.

I too am interested in Artefill. I have received Juvederm Ultra Plus and am content with the results, but I know that it will not last forever, so I may be willing to pay a few grand for something longer lasting. A bit of advice...you will need to find a doctor who is skilled, artistic and experienced. They are few and far between. I got lucky, but only on my third try. I found a great dermatologist in the Chicago area with loads of experience and am finally happy. Dr. (who will remain nameless - he sees people only by referral) did tell me that anyone can have a bad outcome, but that the patient should be made aware of what these bad outcomes may be and what can be done to correct them if they occur. This is especially important when it comes to a long-lasting product like Artefill. Is there anyone out there who had Artefill (or Artecoll) years ago? What is your experience?

I am a pharma rep who sees both dematologists and plastic surgeons. I have seen alot of both good & bad offices procedures, etc. Artefill is still very new, and most docstor are just beginning to offer it. The distribution of Artefill is being tightly regulated & not much is available. The general opinion is that it is a good product, but not for the "beginner" patient. The recommendation is that you start with Restalyn or Juvaderm, see if you like the look, like the results. Then, once it has worn off, move to Artefill, which is more permanent. There are no "official" studies past one year as far as results, but it should be assumed that this will last for quite a long time, so you must be committed to "the look" ( Think - will it look weird, when I am 70 yrs old & the rest of my face has sagged? ) On choosing your doctor - I'd go to a dermatologist myself, they have studied the skin exclusively & have a deep understanding of it's structure & seem better at injecting into the delicate regions of the face. Just a personal observation. Do not go to a "day spa" for any of these procedures. Do not try to save a few dollars. Spend the money with the best doctor in your area. He or she has had plenty of patients before you on which to hone their skills. Your face is not where you want to be bargain shopping - I've seen some pretty awful botched jobs that take a true expert to correct.

Artefill seems to be working pretty well for me. Lasts longer than other fillers. Costs 1,500$ for .8cc and 750$ for .4cc in NY.

I'VE HAD 2 1.3 CC SYRINGES OF BIOFORM (RADIANCE) WITHIN THE PAST 10 MONTHS. THIS FILLER WAS SAID TO BE "PERMANENT" EACH 1.3CC SYRINGE COST $1000.00. THIS IS IN FL. WHERE THINGS ARE A BIT CHEAPER. IS ARTEFILL THE SAME AS RADIENCE? IF NOT WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE, AND HOW LONG, EXACTLY IS PERMANENT?

I had a facelift about 13 years ago in CR. very pleased. but want to keep what i have with fillers. have been doing radiance, radiesse for about 3 years then quit due to fact that it doesnt last very long. I was paying 500/cc. in CR. just had Artefill three days ago, bruising and achy but not untolerable. less painful than radiance which I found burned for 4 days, anyways very pleased at this point, feel bloated in my face due to bruising and swelling but still very pleased. I went to altamonte springs, fl and got a two for one. brought my cousin, we both got 2cc of artefill, for 1k instead of the 1800k they wanted here near west palm. it was worth the drive to save 2k. anyways went to board certified plastic surgeon that have been doing fillers for years. sorry if this msg is redunant, as didnt see post. thanks.

i have a bump on my nose and am considering getting the non surgical nose job but i want to know 1 thing some sites ive read say for injection of radiesse it is 1,000 dollars with touch ups... what does touch up really mean like they will keep filling the nose or like what i dont want to keep haveing to pay 1,000 dollars .... is artefill safe and would it work for a bump in my nose?

can anyone recommend a dr. in new york city area for artefill? and expected cost for n/b folds and marionette lines? cost isn't as important as finding a good doc.

There are many very safe and effective products available and FDA approved which give a safe and natural result. Hyaluronic acid such as Restylane and Juvederm and bovine collagen, cosmoderm, cosmoplast, zyderm, zyplast are very safe and create a very good result. They are temporary agents, but particularly with hyaluronic acid, I can get them to last at least a year. I worry about using permanent products in the face such as Artefill, Artecoll or silicone. With permanent fillers, you can get permanent problems and this has to do with our immune respone to them. They are man-made, not biologic (naturally occuring). Please use caution and do your research before deciding whether or not to use a permanent filler.

I am interested in Artefill for filling in my cleft chin. Is this possible? How many syringes do you think I would need? Are there any other, better operations that would achieve these results?

I am a 65 year old male. I received injections of ArteFill four months ago. The doctor used two tubes of 0.8cc each, for a total cost of $2400. The ArteFill was injected into my nasolabial folds. There was minimal discomfort, and only negligible bruising and minor sensitivity for a week afterwards. However, the procedure resulted in only a 50% improvement, when I was hoping for a 90% reduction. I guess my nasolabial folds were very deep. Anyone know if there are facelift procedures that specifically address the nasolabial folds? I am reluctant to spend more money on ArteFill if the results aren't going to be all that spectacular.

The injection of fillers is very much dependent upon the doctor doing the injecting, particularly with Artefill. Artefill is a permanent, non-biologic injectable filler, which is made up of polymethylmethacrylate (Plexiglas) and bovine collagen. The problem with permanent fillers such as Artefill and silicone is that while there may be a good result initially, there are reports in the medical litereature of having foreign body reactions years after the products were injected. Additionally, as we age, our faces move and change, but the permanent filler does not, which can leave a very unnatural appearance years later. I would encourage you to stick with natural, biologic fillers such as hyaluronic acids, collagen and fat. Also, I would urge you to select a highly skilled specialist doctor for your procedures. By pulling the vector forward in the lower third of the face, I am able to flatten out the nasolabial folds, which means that it does not require nearly as much filling material as it otherwise would. While there are always face lift procedures to address this, you don't want to be pulled tight, it is not about pulling, it is about restoring volume. Especially in men, you have to be very careful with facial surgical procedures, as they can have a feminizing effect.

I really really want to try Artefill for the folds around my mouth. (smile lines) Can someone please recommend a great doc for this procedure in NYC????? THANKS!!!

Before you seek out Artefill injections, i would urge you to do some research into this agent first. You will find a number of people on this site who have experienced serious problems with permanent fillers such as Artefill. In the medical literature, there are reports of people having delayed granulomas as long as 12 or 13 years after receiving the injections. The permanent fillers currently available are all synthetic. In other words, they are non-biologic and the human immune system can see them as foreign bodies, which can create a reaction where the body attempts to rid itself of this foreign substance. I encourage my patients to use only biologic, innert substances, which are temporary. These agents are made of substances that occur naturally in the human body and are much less likely to cause a serious reaction. Remember, permanent fillers can cause permanent problems!

I was asked, where in Mexico did I get ArteFill? Actually, I had it done locally in Sonoma. Incidentally, some of the Practicioners here have questioned the long term safety of this product. As I understand it, ArteFill or a very similar analogue has been used successfully in Europe for over 10 years. I can understand why the Practicioners are fearful of a filler that doesn't need repeated injections...