How Cheek Fillers can make you Look Younger
Are your once-cherub-like cheeks starting to look a bit older or sunken? You don’t have to let age get those cheeks down… Cheek fillers are a great option for you, and Lea Henderson Aesthetics in Albuquerque, NM, can help you claim back an overall younger look on that pretty face.
As we age, our facial features undergo changes that can affect our overall appearance and certainly our self-confidence. The loss of volume in the cheeks is one of the more prominent signs of aging, resulting in a sunken and tired look.
Fortunately, with advancements in non-surgical aesthetic procedures, now’s the best time to rejuvenate your face and regain a youthful glow with the help of cheek fillers.
Understanding the Aging Process
Aging affects various aspects of our appearance, particularly in the face. Over time, our bodies produce less and less collagen - that magical substance in our bodies that keeps our skin firm, plump, and wrinkle-free in our youth. This causes the skin to lose elasticity, fat pads to diminish and even causes our bones to undergo changes.
These factors contribute to facial volume loss, which is the primary cause of that hollowed-out look, especially in the cheeks.
What Are Cheek Fillers?
Cheek fillers, also known as dermal fillers or soft tissue fillers, are injectable substances used to replenish lost volume in the cheeks. They are typically composed of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps retain moisture and provide structure to the skin. Other fillers may contain synthetic materials or substances that stimulate collagen production for even more benefits when it comes to an overall youthful appearance in the cheeks.
Different types of fillers exist, each with its own unique characteristics and properties. At Lea Henderson Aesthetics, we can help determine the most suitable filler for your specific needs, considering factors such as your desired results, your skin type, and your medical history.
Benefits of Cheek Fillers
There are a lot of misconceptions and myths about dermal fillers out there, but the reality is that cheek fillers offer a range of benefits that go beyond simply adding volume to the cheeks.
Some of the key benefits of cheek fillers include:
Restoring lost volume: Cheek fillers effectively replenish the volume lost due to aging, providing a fuller, plumper, and younger look to the cheeks.
Enhancing facial contours: By adding structure and definition to the cheeks, fillers can enhance your overall facial contours, giving a more youthful and balanced appearance.
Minimizing wrinkles and fine lines: Cheek fillers can help reduce the visibility of wrinkles and fine lines, especially those around the nose and mouth.
What to Expect During Cheek Filler Treatments
Before undergoing a cheek filler procedure, you will have a consultation with our qualified cosmetic practitioner. During this consultation, we will assess your facial structure, discuss your goals and expectations, and determine your most appropriate treatment plan for filling those lovely cheeks out.
The actual administration of cheek fillers is a relatively quick and straightforward procedure. The treatment area will be cleaned, and we may apply a topical anesthetic to ensure your comfort. We will then carefully and strategically inject the filler into specific points in the cheeks to achieve the desired results.
How Long Do Cheek Filler Results Last?
The duration of cheek filler results varies depending on several factors, including the type of filler used, individual metabolism, and lifestyle choices. In general, hyaluronic acid-based fillers can last from 6 to 18 months.
Other factors, such as sun exposure, smoking, and alcohol consumption, can accelerate the breakdown of fillers, reducing their longevity and shortening your results. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and following your practitioner's aftercare instructions can help prolong your amazing filler results.
Aftercare and Maintenance for Cheek Fillers
After getting cheek fillers, it's important to follow our aftercare instructions closely in order to fully reach those beauty goals. These may include avoiding excessive sun exposure, refraining from strenuous activities for a few days, and refraining from touching or massaging the treated area. Attending any follow-up appointments to assess the results and discuss the need for any touch-up treatments is also recommended.
