Is Ellanse dermal filler better than a HA filler?

Ellanse is a fabulous product which I
use frequently to address laugh lines, and other areas of concern for my
patients. Results are instant, but even better they continue to improve in the
months after treatment as they stimulate collagen production. I use it widely
in many areas of the face, however, it is not suitable for use in the tear
trough or lips. For these areas only an HA filler, such as Perfectha, is
suitable.

Ellanse has a longer duration of action (18-24 months) compared to the traditional hyaluronic acid (“HA Filler”) gel based fillers (9-12 months), with the added benefit of collagen stimulation and skin tightening. However, unlike HA Fillers which can be dissolved with the antidote hyaluronidase, Ellanse cannot be reversed. Ellanse is also not used in sensitive areas such as the undereye and lips. For clients getting fillers for the first time or considering treatment of the undereye and lips- HA fillers would be the better choice. For clients who have had HA Fillers before, liked the result and are hoping for a longer lasting treatment- Ellanse would be a good option.

Ellanse is fantastic filler that we use
regularly to treat patients at River Aesthetics.  This is because it is unique among fillers as
it provides both instant and gradual results. Increased volume occurs
immediately post-injection, however volumisation continues to develop for up to
three months, as microspheres in the filler gel encourage the body to produce
collagen in response.
It is important to note however, that there
are certain areas of the face, in particular the tear trough and the lips,
where Ellanse would not be our suggested filler and an HA filler is recommended
for these areas.