Feeling Unwell After Voluma Injections — Should You Be Worried?
Dr. Amiya Prasad reviews the concern from a RealSelf member who is experiencing a mild fever and tenderness after Juvederm Voluma was injected in the cheeks. Although non-surgical, filler treatment is still invasive, with potential for infection. VIEW NOW
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Facial Folds at 30 — The Doctor Recommends Thicker Fillers For Longer Lasting Results
Dr. Amiya Prasad reviews a RealSelf member's concern about a facelift at age 30 for mesolabial folds. He explains they are more genetic than age-related, and can be treated carefully with thicker fillers for longer lasting results VIEW NOW
Can Juvederm Remain in Nasolabial Folds After 4 Years of Waiting For it to Dissolve?
Dr. Amiya Prasad reviews a concern about over-filled nasolabial folds with filler present after four years. He explains that encapsulation within the body can happen, preventing fillers from being metabolized. VIEW NOW
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Liquid Facelift: Rejuvenation of the Jawline and Marionette Lines Using Injectable Fillers
Dr. Harry V. Wright demonstrates the use of injectable filler to rejuvenate this woman's jawline and soften her marionette lines, in a procedure that many call the "liquid facelift". VIEW NOW
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Is Surgery the Only Option For Lower Eyelid Bags?
Dr. Jeffrey Joseph describes non-surgical, in office treatment of the lower eyelids with injectable filler. VIEW NOW
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Bumps After Cosmetic Fillers — The Doctor's Recommendation
Dr. Amiya Prasad reviews a concern about bumps after the dissolution of Juvederm. Reactions like this are rare, but treatment using antimetabolites or steroids are risky, and the potential of PRP is undocumented. VIEW NOW
How to Create a More Youthful Appearance Through Temple Injections
A loss of volume in the temple region can create an unflattering shadow effect that can contribute to a dark, dreary appearance of the face and eyes. Filling in the temple area with a dermal filler will create a more youthful appearance. VIEW NOW
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Drawbacks of a Mid-Face Lift — The Doctor Explains
Dr. Amiya Prasad reviews a question about the pros and cons of mid-face lifting. He describes undesirable results from mid-face lifting that can be avoided with full facelift, and volume loss in the mid-face. VIEW NOW
Diagnosing Swelling After Filler Treatment Under the Eyes
Dr. Amiya Prasad, MD reviews the concerns and photos of a young man with swelling under his eyes 23 days after Restylane treatment. He explains possible causes that may and may not be related to filler treatment. VIEW NOW
The Right Fillers For Your Face — What to Use and Where
There are many different filler options out there. Learn about where some of the hyaluronic acid fillers such as Restylane, Restylane Silk, Restylane Lyft, Voluma, and Juvederm can be used around the face. VIEW NOW
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Don't Like the Results of Your Filler? — Here's What You Can Do
Fillers are an excellent option to help restore volume to the face and camouflage signs of aging. Dr. William Marshall Guy explains how Hyaluronidase can remove the most commonly used fillers if you are unhappy with your results. VIEW NOW
Lip Enhancement Before & After — See This Woman's Filler Injections and Results
Juvederm and Restylane are made from hyaluronic acid. HA is a natural substance in the skin that delivers nutrients, helps skin retain moisture and softness, adds volume, and encourages collagen production. Dr. Grossman shares this woman's results. VIEW NOW
The Possibilities of Biofilm Formation From Cosmetic Fillers — Prevention and Treatment
Dr. Amiya Prasad reviews a concern and photos from a woman of possible biofilm (bacteria) formation after cosmetic filler is applied in the lower eyelids. He explains possibilities of biofilm, prevention, and how to treat it. VIEW NOW
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Botox vs. Fillers: Learn the Difference and Uses For Each Treatment
Dr. Grant Stevens explains the difference between neuromodulators; Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin and fillers; such as Juvederm, Restylane, and Voluma. VIEW NOW
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Lip Augmentation: The Doctor Answers 4 Common Questions
Dr. Josh Waltzman discusses options for lip augmentation and what you can expect from treatment. VIEW NOW