Is it true that bellafill only lasts 5 years? Do you have to have it injected every few years? Or is there a more permanent option for acne scars?
Answer: Bellafill Thank you for the question. Bellafill® is composed of 80% bovine collagen and 20% polymetylmethacrylate (PMMA) microspheres. Bellafill® is considered a semi-permanent filler and has 5-year post-FDA approval safety data published (we are still awaiting the 10-year data). It is a very useful and long lasting filler, but it is difficult to reverse so you need a highly experienced injector. Also, you’ll need a skin test to be sure you're not allergic to the collagen component.
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Answer: Bellafill Thank you for the question. Bellafill® is composed of 80% bovine collagen and 20% polymetylmethacrylate (PMMA) microspheres. Bellafill® is considered a semi-permanent filler and has 5-year post-FDA approval safety data published (we are still awaiting the 10-year data). It is a very useful and long lasting filler, but it is difficult to reverse so you need a highly experienced injector. Also, you’ll need a skin test to be sure you're not allergic to the collagen component.
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June 20, 2017
Answer: BellaFill The company has a indication for 5 years on BellaFill. Recent data has been made available that indicates the product is actually lasting 10 years in patients. As for injection, over time you will need to inject until you are happy with the results. Other options for Acne Scarring are Profractional Laser Resurfacing, TCA peels, Halo Laser Resurfacing, and Subcision. It is best to have a consultation with a provider that offers multiple options to ensure that they will offer you what will best suit your needs and not because it is the only thing that they offer.
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June 20, 2017
Answer: BellaFill The company has a indication for 5 years on BellaFill. Recent data has been made available that indicates the product is actually lasting 10 years in patients. As for injection, over time you will need to inject until you are happy with the results. Other options for Acne Scarring are Profractional Laser Resurfacing, TCA peels, Halo Laser Resurfacing, and Subcision. It is best to have a consultation with a provider that offers multiple options to ensure that they will offer you what will best suit your needs and not because it is the only thing that they offer.
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June 14, 2017
Answer: Does Bellafill only last for 5 years? The company that makes Bellafill can promote their product to last 5 years because their studies were able to show that, but these studies were published after collecting data for 5 years and not longer. In the future, other studies that follow patients for a longer time period may be available. In my opinion, the results last much longer than 5 years. It is important to realize that the face will continue to age after treatment, so changes in appearance will still occur over time. I would say that for most patients treated for acne scars, repeated treatments after 5 years are usually not needed. It is possible that further treatments could be used to improve changes that have occurred due to aging though.
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June 14, 2017
Answer: Does Bellafill only last for 5 years? The company that makes Bellafill can promote their product to last 5 years because their studies were able to show that, but these studies were published after collecting data for 5 years and not longer. In the future, other studies that follow patients for a longer time period may be available. In my opinion, the results last much longer than 5 years. It is important to realize that the face will continue to age after treatment, so changes in appearance will still occur over time. I would say that for most patients treated for acne scars, repeated treatments after 5 years are usually not needed. It is possible that further treatments could be used to improve changes that have occurred due to aging though.
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June 14, 2017
Answer: Improving Acne Scars with lasers, fillers, subcision, and microneedling/prp--takes a series of treatments This refers to the amount of time Bellafill works to stimulate the body to produce collagen. However, keep in mind, a combination approach is needed for acne scars. Acne scars need a combination of lasers, microneedling/prp, subcision and fillers. It may take a series of treatments, and may need life-long treatments to maintain. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an acne scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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June 14, 2017
Answer: Improving Acne Scars with lasers, fillers, subcision, and microneedling/prp--takes a series of treatments This refers to the amount of time Bellafill works to stimulate the body to produce collagen. However, keep in mind, a combination approach is needed for acne scars. Acne scars need a combination of lasers, microneedling/prp, subcision and fillers. It may take a series of treatments, and may need life-long treatments to maintain. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an acne scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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June 14, 2017
Answer: Bellafill Lasting for 5 Years? Hi and thank you for your question! Bellafill is know as the "5-year filler" as in the landmark study used in getting the FDA approval, patients were followed up for 5 years and significant results were seen in many. Being a stimulatory filler, it is quite likely that some patients continue to see results lasting way beyond 5 years, although individual results may vary. If you are looking for a long-lasting filler for issues such as scar treatment, Bellafill is a very good choice. I hope is helps and good luck!
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June 14, 2017
Answer: Bellafill Lasting for 5 Years? Hi and thank you for your question! Bellafill is know as the "5-year filler" as in the landmark study used in getting the FDA approval, patients were followed up for 5 years and significant results were seen in many. Being a stimulatory filler, it is quite likely that some patients continue to see results lasting way beyond 5 years, although individual results may vary. If you are looking for a long-lasting filler for issues such as scar treatment, Bellafill is a very good choice. I hope is helps and good luck!
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