Would Bellafill be a good solution for my visible pores and scars? (Photos)

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I want to get my pores minimize, as well of some small scars on my cheeks. I’ve seen a few Doctors; some have suggested Bellafill to plump the skin and eliminate them. Others have said to go with laser. I am extremely confused! I want my skin to look smooth and don’t wish for them to look larger later on. I am 31 years of age, and I feel as if, they now look a bit larger. I have attached a few photos of what my pores look like without makeup. What treatment will benefit me?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

A combination approach will give the most improvement. These types of scars need a combination of fillers with lasers, microneedling/prp, Cosmelan, and subcision. It will take a series of treatments and will need some treatments to maintain. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an acne scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Annika Crosby, MD · Answer

Hello!   At our clinic we recommend a combination treatment. Bellafill is an FDA approved filler for acne scars and lasts ulctk 5 years.  Bellafill will help fill the area. Then we also use skin pen/microneedling and also our INFINI RF laser. Combination treatment gets at all layers of the skin for optimal treatment. Please consult your provider regarding these treatments. Best of luck!

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

In this context filler can be used as a foundation to plump the cheeks from underneath- this can work in some individuals. Bellafill, Restylane, Juvederm can all achieve this. Another technique is to use a more fluid filler very superficially, Bellafill is NOT suited for this method, as is is best used for larger atrophic scars. This gives a few other choices- microbotox: this is not as predictable as filler and does not last as long, namely repeated 3-4 months. In this context I do prefer lasers- namely fractional lasers with microneedling PRP, results are predictable, and much longer lasting than microbotox of superficial fillers. See a specialist who can perform all procedures- this opens up your choices as to what is the best MRTHOD for your skin, Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane, Australia.

Brian Windle, MD (retired) · Answer

From your photos it appears that you may be a candidate for Bellafill.  It does appear that you would be best suited to start with microneedling however.  Deep microneedling, at least 2 mm or more, unsually results in a very nice improvement for situations like yours.  I usually reserve Bellafill for the scars that do not appreciably improve after at least 3 sessions of microneedling.I hope that helps.  Best regards

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