Collagen Injection Alternatives - What Works Best?

Collagen used to be used frequently for a filler and to help plump up the lips. Several years ago we began using hyaluronic acid alternatives to the human and bovine collagen fillers. These are used to fill in the deeper creases, lines around the mouth and fill in the lips to plump them up. The fillers that my patients prefer are called Juvederm and Restylane. 

Collagen is of historical interest. There are a LOT better fillers out there. The hyaluronic acid class (Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm etc) are the leaders. They last long and yet do not require skin testing and can be dissolved if you are not happy with the result. Other fillers like Sculptra and Radiesse have their own indications and are superior to collagen as well.\

Dr. Aldea