Wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin can make us look older than we feel. However, an often-overlooked cause of an aged appearance is the way light and shadows play across our faces as we age. Fortunately, dermal fillers can create attractive facial contours that reflect light youthfully.
When certain facial areas lose volume and droop, shadows begin to appear on the face. In youth, these facial areas – the cheeks, nose, lips, forehead, and temples – are plump and smooth, causing a reflection of light. Without deep shadows, the face looks young and vibrant.
Although none of us can do much to avoid eventual shadows caused by the age-related loss of collagen and elastin, Dr. Fitzgerald can revive your youthful facial features with non-surgical dermal fillers to restore volume, balance and definition.
Dermal fillers are injectable, gel-like substances used to address a variety of aesthetic concerns in the face to improve your appearance. A number of companies make fillers, and each offers its own unique formulation.
Dermal fillers are primarily used to diminish the signs of facial aging by:
Results from some dermal fillers can last for six months to a year, while others can last much longer. During your consultation with Dr. Fitzgerald, she will recommend the treatment that best meets your needs and explain what outcome you can expect.
Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald is passionate about creating outstanding aesthetic results with dermal fillers. She is recognized as an expert in many aspects of filler treatment, and she provides the full range of injectables:
The array of fillers offered at our practice may shift in the future as Dr. Fitzgerald vets the effectiveness of new brands and treatments.
If you are unhappy with the appearance of facial aging and would like to learn more about how dermal fillers can improve your skin, please call the practice of board-certified dermatologist Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald at 323-464-8046. Dr. Fitzgerald serves patients in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills and the surrounding areas of California.
