Dermal fillers and facelifts may seem worlds apart when it comes to facial cosmetic rejuvenation. But they actually have several similarities. They both allow you to address signs of aging in the mid to lower face and help you achieve a more youthful appearance overall. But beyond that, they are very different and each procedure/treatment is tailored to a very specific set of concerns.
So how do you know which one is right for you? Will dermal fillers be enough to address your facial aging concerns or would a facelift be more beneficial? Let’s take a closer look at the purpose of each approach and help you understand the best situations for both.
What Can Dermal Fillers Do?
Dermal fillers most commonly contain hyaluronic acid and when used to target wrinkles around the mouth, jawline, and neck, are often referred to as a ‘liquid’ facelift. Skilled injectors place dermal fillers directly into the skin to replace lost volume and fill in fine lines and wrinkles. In addition, a skilled injector can also subtly reshape facial features using filler. For instance, they can strengthen a weak chin or help to create facial symmetry.
By combining fillers to treat a variety of aging concerns, they can help restore youthful softness to the face and provide a minimally invasive solution to aging skin. Results are seen immediately and can last between 6 months and a year or more depending on the filler used. By themselves, fillers do not lift the skin, though having a smoother and plumper skin appearance can make it seem like your facial tissue has been elevated, particularly when fillers are used to provide more definition in the cheeks.
When a Facelift Is What You Need
A facelift, also known as a rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure designed to address excess, sagging skin and weakened facial muscles. The procedure tightens the skin on the lower face, jawline and neck, creating a firmer, more youthful appearance and reducing wrinkling. A facelift can also be combined with other surgical procedures such as eyelid surgery to achieve a fully refreshed appearance. If you have significant signs of aging or have noticed that your dermal filler treatments are not producing the results they used to, it may be time to consider a facelift.
Whether you are just starting to see signs of aging or are looking to turn back the clock and restore a more youthful appearance, dermal fillers and surgical procedures, like a facelift, can be the answer you are looking for. Dr. Kobienia and his team are here to answer your questions and help you determine which procedures will best work to achieve your goals. Call (612) 930-1111 today to schedule a consultation.