What is the Difference Between Fillers?
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3 answers to What is the Difference Between Fillers?
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What is the difference between fillers?
There are many fillers on the market in the United States. FDA approval should not alone make the physician or patient feel comfortable with using one. It is very important for both doctor and patient to understand how fillers interact with the body. Some fillers such as silicone and poly methymethacralate have been shown to be surrounded by mutinucleated giant cells. These cells may be dormant for 1-2 years and then be triggered , and then begin to reject the material. Patients may...
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Brian Maloney, MD
Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon
Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Fillers in USA are Safe and Long Lasting
There are significant differences between the facial fillers now available in the United States. Improved Safety and Longevity are the good news. It is important to have a Dermatologist, Facial Plastic Surgeon or Plastic Surgeon assess your needs to help make an informed decision. For more info--go to Dove Press and search for Fillers for peer reviewed information or visit AAFPRS.org web site.
James Newman, MD
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon
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The difference between fillers is a broad question to answer
In the US, we have several groups of fillers available and FDA-approved. In other countries, of course, there will be different fillers available as well.
We have a group we refer to as "HA fillers" (hyaluronic acid fillers). These last about 12 months, depending upon where they are used in the face. They include Restylane, Perlane, and Juvederm, as examples.
The "collagen stimulators" include Sculptra and Radiesse. These fillers last...
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Carmen Kavali, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
