Injectable Treatments
A number of injectable wrinkle treatments and dermal fillers are available in Augusta, Georgia, to help reduce signs of aging on your face. These treatments work either by immobilizing muscles that contribute to deep creases (such as frown lines) or by adding volume to areas of skin that have lost their elasticity or have become hollowed out.
BOTOX® Cosmetics: BOTOX® Cosmetic is an injection of Botulinum Toxin Type A that immobilizes selected facial muscles, creating a smoothing effect by preventing deep expression lines and furrows, especially around the forehead and eyes. The effects typically last 12 to 18 months, and subsequent injections may be recommended to maintain the results. Over time, treatments often become less frequent as the muscles weaken.
Juvéderm®:
- Juvéderm® Injectable Gel: This gel implant includes hyaluronic acid, a natural complex sugar that enhances skin elasticity, providing a smooth and supple appearance. It can improve your appearance by lifting and adding volume to wrinkles and folds, with effects lasting up to one year.
- Juvéderm® Ultra Plus: Similar to Juvéderm® Injectable Gel, this treatment includes hyaluronic acid for skin elasticity. Juvéderm® Ultra Plus is most effective on deeper furrows and wrinkles of the face and nasolabial folds, also lasting up to one year.
- Juvéderm® XC: This is the newest formula of Juvéderm®, designed to enhance comfort with an added anesthetic. It provides the same natural-looking, taut skin results as Juvéderm® Ultra and Juvéderm® Ultra Plus.
Radiesse®: Radiesse® is a dermal filler made of a synthetic substance called calcium hydroxylapatite, with no reported allergic reactions. Most patients can return to normal activities the next day. One advantage of Radiesse® is its long-lasting effects, which can extend well over a year.
Many women and men in Augusta have chosen non-surgical facial treatments with dermal fillers such as Juvéderm® and Radiesse®. To learn more about these options and to find out which treatment is best for you, please schedule a personal consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Injectable Treatments
What are injectable wrinkle treatments and dermal fillers?
Injectable wrinkle treatments and dermal fillers are non-surgical options available in Augusta, Georgia, that help reduce signs of aging on the face by either immobilizing muscles that cause deep creases or by adding volume to areas of skin that have lost elasticity or become hollowed out.
How does BOTOX® Cosmetic work?
BOTOX® Cosmetic is an injection of Botulinum Toxin Type A that immobilizes selected facial muscles, creating a smoothing effect by preventing deep expression lines and furrows, particularly around the forehead and eyes. The effects typically last 12 to 18 months, with subsequent injections recommended to maintain results.
What is Juvéderm® Injectable Gel?
Juvéderm® Injectable Gel is a gel implant containing hyaluronic acid, a natural complex sugar that enhances skin elasticity. It lifts and adds volume to wrinkles and folds, providing a smooth and supple appearance that can last up to one year.
How is Juvéderm® Ultra Plus different from Juvéderm® Injectable Gel?
Juvéderm® Ultra Plus also includes hyaluronic acid for skin elasticity, but it is most effective on deeper furrows and wrinkles of the face and nasolabial folds. Its effects also last up to one year.
What is unique about Juvéderm® XC?
Juvéderm® XC is the newest formula of Juvéderm®, designed to enhance patient comfort by including an anesthetic. It provides the same natural-looking, taut skin results as Juvéderm® Ultra and Juvéderm® Ultra Plus, but with added comfort during the procedure.
What is Radiesse® and how long do its effects last?
Radiesse® is a dermal filler made of a synthetic substance called calcium hydroxylapatite, known for having no reported allergic reactions. Most patients can return to normal activities the next day, and the effects of Radiesse® can last well over a year.
