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What are the Different Types of Fillers for the Face?

What are the Different Types of Fillers for the Face?

Facial fillers are popular, non-surgical treatments to smooth wrinkles and fine lines, plump lips, and reduce signs of aging. With several types of facial fillers available, understanding what each one does can help you determine which option is best for you. Learn what the different types of facial fillers are and how they can help you achieve natural-looking results.

What are Facial Fillers?

Facial fillers, also called dermal fillers, are gel-like substances injected beneath the skin. They restore lost volume in the face, smooth lines, soften creases, and improve facial definition.

As we age, our bodies naturally decrease the production of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. This causes skin to sag, hollow cheeks, and visible wrinkles, and facial fillers help by restoring lost volume and support. Beyond anti-aging benefits, younger patients also use facial fillers to enhance their natural features like plumping their lips or defining their jawlines.

Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are the most popular type of dermal filler because HA is something your body naturally produces to help keep your skin hydrated, smooth, and plump. It also attracts and holds onto water, binding up to 1,000 times its weight in moisture to help maintain that healthy, youthful look.

Results from HA fillers are visible immediately after treatment. Depending on the specific brand and the area treated, these fillers typically last between 6 and 18 months before the body naturally absorbs them. HA fillers are commonly used to:

  • Plumping and defining lips

  • Nasolabial fold filler (lines running from the nose to the mouth)

  • Softening marionette lines (lines at the corners of the mouth)

  • Adding volume to cheeks

  • Smoothing under-eye hollows

Calcium Hydroxylapatite Fillers

Calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) fillers are a type of dermal filler designed to restore volume and enhance natural facial structure while also stimulating the body’s natural collagen production. These CaHA fillers are thicker than HA fillers, making them especially effective for deeper lines.

In addition to providing immediate volume, CaHA fillers continue to work over time by encouraging new collagen growth, helping to improve skin firmness and texture with results that can last 12 months or longer. CaHA fillers are commonly used to:

  • Adding volume to the mid-face and cheeks

  • Smoothing severe nasolabial folds

  • Contour jawline and chin

Fern Pattern Technique

At NM Aesthetics, we use the fern pattern technique as a way of placing dermal filler in a branching “fern-like” injection pattern. Instead of injecting filler in a single line or concentrated area, small amounts are placed in multiple thin, radiating branches. This allows the product to distribute more evenly through the tissue without looking overfilled or “puffy.”

Where Can You Get Facial Fillers?

Dermal fillers can be used in different areas of the face to restore volume, soften wrinkles, and plump lips. Here are some of the most common treatment areas:

  • Cheeks⎯To restore volume and enhance cheekbones.

  • Lips⎯For defining and plumping the lips.

  • Nasolabial folds⎯Soften and smooth the lines running from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth.

  • Marionette lines⎯Reduce sagging or a downturned look in the lines that run from the corners of the mouth down to the chin.

  • Under-eyes⎯To reduce the appearance of hollows, dark circles, or tired eyes.

  • Jawline⎯To create a more defined jawline.

  • Chin⎯For contouring or improving facial symmetry.

  • Smile lines⎯Reduce the fine lines around the mouth.

Facial Filler Treatments at NM Aesthetics in the DMV Area

Looking to restore volume or refine your facial contours with natural-looking results? Schedule an appointment at NM Aesthetics so we can design a facial filler treatment tailored to your goals and skin concerns. Contact us by filling out our form online or calling us at (571) 310-3223. If you’d like to have a consultation first, we offer virtual and in-person consultations, and are conveniently located in the Ballston Exchange.

FAQs

How long after fillers can you get a facial?

We recommend waiting at least two weeks, but it’s important to speak with your provider to make sure you don’t get one too early.

How long do facial fillers last?

Results typically last 6 months to 2 years, depending on the type of filler, treatment area, and your metabolism.

Do fillers hurt?

Most patients experience minimal discomfort, and a topical numbing cream may be used to keep you comfortable. We also offer ProNox (laughing gas) and SubZ cooling for select treatments.

Is there downtime after fillers?

Yes, you may experience some swelling, redness, or bruising for a few days, and in some cases up to a few weeks depending on the treatment area.

Are fillers safe?

Yes, when performed by a qualified, experienced injector, dermal fillers are generally considered safe. Like any cosmetic treatment, they do carry potential risks, which is why proper technique, product selection, and a thorough consultation are essential.