Minimally invasive, nonsurgical, injectable aesthetic therapies such as Botox® and dermal fillers correct the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and other signs of aging. Injectables ranked as the top two minimally invasive cosmetic procedures performed in the United States in 2019.
The popularity of injectables has led to an explosion of providers who claim to be able to administer them. While Botox and dermal fillers are safe when injected by a trained professional, these substances can cause unattractive and potentially damaging results when administered without proper knowledge and training.
To get the best, most flattering results with injectables, it’s important to choose an experienced injectables specialist. At Dutch Hollow Medical Day Spa in Godfrey, Illinois, Samuel Figueroa, MD, Mirka Figueroa, and our team are trained in injection techniques that give you the best, most flattering results possible.
Below, you can find out how injectables work and how consulting with an experienced provider can make the difference in improving your appearance and protecting your well-being.
Botox, Dysport®, and Jeuveau® are brands of cosmetic injectables that act as neuromodulators because they contain highly purified botulinum toxin, a byproduct of the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. In high doses, botulinum toxin causes botulism, a form of muscle paralysis.
In contrast, when we administer neuromodulators as a cosmetic treatment, we inject a very small amount of the toxin into the muscle that causes a wrinkle when it contracts under your skin. The muscle then relaxes and smooths out.
A neuromodulator injection quiets the muscle and prevents the skin above the muscle from wrinkling. The treated area has a smooth, youthful appearance until the effect wears off, usually in about four months.
Dermal fillers are injectables that add immediate volume to your skin, plumping up wrinkles, lines, and creases. Many dermal fillers contain hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring cushioning agent.
Your body produces its own HA, but it decreases with age. As you lose optimal levels of HA, skin structure and volume decrease, emphasizing the look of wrinkles.
We offer several collections of FDA-approved dermal fillers. Each collection includes several products, each designed to treat a specific area. We use products by Juvéderm®, Radiesse®, Belotero®, and Versa®.
Radiesse is made up of opaque calcium hydroxylapatite. We recommend the best dermal filler or combination of fillers and neuromodulators best suited for your needs.
Natural-looking results with injectables require an understanding of aesthetics and facial anatomy. Our injectors have undergone professional training that helps them perfect the techniques necessary to safely deliver desired outcomes.
When you work with an experienced neuromodulator provider, you can expect:
Skillful injection techniques that reduce the risk of bruising
Proper placement of fillers to maintain and enhance facial symmetry
Precise injection placements that achieve a relaxed, natural look
Care to prevent overuse, which causes an unnatural, frozen effect
Monitoring to reduce the risk of the substance spreading past the injection site
Dermal fillers also require experience and training. Working with a trained provider can help you achieve results that include:
Appropriate placement to maintain or enhance a symmetrical appearance
A smooth skin surface that feels natural
Less risk of reactions, such as skin rash or redness with itching
Professional techniques that reduce your risk of rare complications like skin necrosis (tissue death)
When you work with a trained injectables provider, you don’t waste time or money on treatments that produce no noticeable effects.
If you want to improve your skin and rejuvenate your appearance with injectables, we perform a comprehensive evaluation to determine your individual needs, an appropriate treatment plan, and any potential risks unique to your condition. You enjoy natural results that make you look like the very best version of yourself.
If you’re ready for expert application of dermal fillers or Botox to enhance your looks, contact Dutch Hollow Medical Day Spa today by phone or via the online form.
