I'm thinking of using a filler to obtain a wider (more square) jaw (I'm male). As I'm very reluctant to go for jaw implants (mandibular angle implants): 1) Which is the best filler to widen the jaw for a square look Radiesse or Voluma (or something else perhaps)? 2) Which sites should be injected for that look- just the angle of the mandible or also the jawlines themselves?
April 18, 2017
Answer: Jawline filler injection Thank you for your question. I prefer using Radiesse for this area and eventually Artefill as I feel patients benefit from a long-lasting injectable in this region.
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April 18, 2017
Answer: Jawline filler injection Thank you for your question. I prefer using Radiesse for this area and eventually Artefill as I feel patients benefit from a long-lasting injectable in this region.
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February 26, 2016
Answer: Dermal Fillers are safer for jaw augmentation than mandible angle implants Hi Curious_Inquirer,Great question! So many patients ask me how fillers and non-surgical chin/jaw augmentation compare to traditional surgery with implants. Here’s what I usually tell them:Due to the recent advancements in dermal filler technology, non-surgical chin augmentation is an excellent alternative to surgery. In fact, you can get the same type of results with filler injections as with surgical treatments. Just keep the following in mind:In 2016, the best fillers for augmenting the chin is a combination of Radiesse and Juvederm Voluma.Radiesse (calcium hydroxyapatite) is made up of a material found in our bones and teeth, and has the consistency of paste or peanut butter. This filler lasts approximately 15 months and isn’t reversible.Juvederm Voluma (hyaluronic acid) has a spongy consistency that mimics the feel of the small pad of fat on our chin. This dermal filler lasts up to 2 years, has minimal swelling with application, and is easily reversible.From my experience, the two fillers work together quite well to augment the chin. For example, I like to place Radiesse deep under the muscle, just next to the mandible. Then I layer Juvederm Voluma more superficially, right under the skin. The result is a strong, projected chin that enhances the overall look of the face.If surgical chin augmentation is more effective in your case, no worries. Implant surgery is also a very safe and minimally invasive procedure. You may want to work with a practicioner who knows how to do both surgical and non-surgical just to get all of your available options.That said, Mandibular angle implants can we somewhat troublesome. They have a history of causing more swelling than chin implants do. They’re also a lot harder to customize than fillers, so you have less control over your results.In summary, Radiesse and Juvederm Voluma give great results with a lot less swelling and recovery time than mandible angle implants.Discover more about non-surgical chin augmentation in our photo galleries and videos. I hope this helps you find a solution.Stay Beautiful,Dr. Mabrie
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February 26, 2016
Answer: Dermal Fillers are safer for jaw augmentation than mandible angle implants Hi Curious_Inquirer,Great question! So many patients ask me how fillers and non-surgical chin/jaw augmentation compare to traditional surgery with implants. Here’s what I usually tell them:Due to the recent advancements in dermal filler technology, non-surgical chin augmentation is an excellent alternative to surgery. In fact, you can get the same type of results with filler injections as with surgical treatments. Just keep the following in mind:In 2016, the best fillers for augmenting the chin is a combination of Radiesse and Juvederm Voluma.Radiesse (calcium hydroxyapatite) is made up of a material found in our bones and teeth, and has the consistency of paste or peanut butter. This filler lasts approximately 15 months and isn’t reversible.Juvederm Voluma (hyaluronic acid) has a spongy consistency that mimics the feel of the small pad of fat on our chin. This dermal filler lasts up to 2 years, has minimal swelling with application, and is easily reversible.From my experience, the two fillers work together quite well to augment the chin. For example, I like to place Radiesse deep under the muscle, just next to the mandible. Then I layer Juvederm Voluma more superficially, right under the skin. The result is a strong, projected chin that enhances the overall look of the face.If surgical chin augmentation is more effective in your case, no worries. Implant surgery is also a very safe and minimally invasive procedure. You may want to work with a practicioner who knows how to do both surgical and non-surgical just to get all of your available options.That said, Mandibular angle implants can we somewhat troublesome. They have a history of causing more swelling than chin implants do. They’re also a lot harder to customize than fillers, so you have less control over your results.In summary, Radiesse and Juvederm Voluma give great results with a lot less swelling and recovery time than mandible angle implants.Discover more about non-surgical chin augmentation in our photo galleries and videos. I hope this helps you find a solution.Stay Beautiful,Dr. Mabrie
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