Collagen Injection Alternatives - What Works Best?

There are many options available for filling in wrinkles and smoothing out the skin of your face. Most non-surgical procedures use a dermal filler. There are numerous types of dermal fillers on the market such as Radiesse, Restylane, Captique, Juvederm, and Arte-fill.


The administration procedure is painless, involving a few injections with a very tiny needle. They plump up wrinkles, effectively eliminating them, as well as smoothing tiny lines and other signs of aging. It is best to have a consultation to hear about each filler, some last longer than others and the costs vary. We have an office in San Francisco and Marin.
 

For lip augmenation there a few alternatives to traditional collagen:


Evolence- Does not require testing and fairly good track record of safety

Thin HA's- Restylane and Juvederm Ultra both are silkiest of HA's approved in the US

Alternatives to collagen injections to the lips include hyaluronic acid gels such as Juvederm Ultraplus or fat. Juvederm can be injected easily in the office, where I reserve fat injections as an ancillary procedure in the operating room. Both are safe, and both can have fairly long lasting effects. Collagen has fallen out of vogue for injections, though there are newer products on the horizon. I hope this helps.