Aging isn't for the faint of heart, but you can age gracefully with simple cosmetic procedures. Fillers are an excellent option for a fuller appearance and to turn back the hands of time, but how much is too much?
At Meridian Plastic Surgery, Dr. Lee K. Thornton offers a range of treatments to help his clients achieve a younger-looking face and body. Dr. Thornton is an experienced plastic surgeon offering skin rejuvenation, injectables, and laser procedures to give you a confident glow.
Injectables are a cosmetic treatment that introduces synthetic products under your skin to achieve a fuller, more youthful appearance. They help to soothe wrinkles along with other issues that include:
Fillers come in many forms, including hyaluronic acid, which naturally occurs within the body. Autologous fat injections, Poly-L-lactic acid, and calcium hydroxylapatite are other forms of injectable fillers.
Hyaluronic acid fillers are the most temporary and typically last anywhere from six to eighteen months. Synthetic fillers last significantly longer, but you must be willing to commit to a long-term change. Autologous fat injections are permanent, but some of the fat disappears over time.
Fillers can provide a youthful appearance and eliminate sure signs of aging, but they can also look fake if not done well.
It's possible to look too overdone with fillers, especially when you haven't researched them ahead of time. Typically, too much filler is the cause of a "fake" or swollen appearance. Other reasons for an overdone look after fillers include:
People who use too much filler can have an overdone appearance, especially on the lips. Some people call these "duck lips" because the overuse of filler causes the lips to stick out unnaturally.
Some people place filler poorly, resulting in puffiness in specific areas of the face. The skin may bulge out, causing an unnatural appearance, especially in the cheeks or around the eyes.
Someone who doesn't know how to inject fillers properly can cause significant issues and a "plastic" appearance.
Some injectors inject too much filler throughout several treatments, causing an overdone appearance and puffy facial features.
Fillers aren't a one-size-fits-all treatment. Injectors should help you determine where the fillers should go to give you a customized youthful glow that you're proud to show off. Not everyone requires the same amount of filler to achieve the desired look.
If you're worried about an unnatural look with fillers, you're right to take caution. However, Dr. Thornton is an experienced surgeon with a considerable amount of time invested in helping his clients look their absolute best.
The key to achieving a natural appearance is to do your research before undergoing any injectables. We offer the following tips to avoid an overdone look, and they include:
A skilled injector is someone who knows each injectable and how it works within the body. Dr. Thornton has been administering injectables for a long time and possesses the expertise to provide every client with exactly what they need for a customized look.
Fillers are a commitment, and it's good to start with something less permanent until you decide on the look you want. Make gradual changes over time and choose a filler that provides the flexibility to enhance your natural appearance.
Ensure you communicate your goals to the injector, especially if you desire a natural appearance. These treatments enhance your natural features rather than creating a drastic change, such as plastic surgery.
It's essential to communicate your goals to our team when it comes to injectables. Point out areas that you would like to enhance and ensure you relay that you want a natural, youthful appearance before receiving the injectables.
Injectables balance out your facial features and eliminate certain signs of aging. Focus on balancing out the features you have without putting too much in for a drastic change.
To schedule an appointment for injectable fillers, don't hesitate to call our office in Meridian, Mississippi, today.
