Are dermal fillers safe?

People are seeking treatments to smooth smile lines and crow`s feet and plump up their lips, cheeks, hands, and body.

Injecting Dermal Fillers into the face and hands can improve the appearance of facial lines and volume loss caused by age or certain medical conditions.

Facial fillers are safe when administered by trained and certified professionals. Incorrect techniques or unsterilized needles can cause severe complications that lead to infection, nodule formation, or blood vessel compromise.

It is common to experience mild side effects such as swelling, redness, bruising, or tenderness. These effects are usually short-lived and subside within a few days. If the swelling is serious after injection, ice compress can also be used to reduce the swelling.

However, dermal fillers are not for everyone. Dermal fillers may not be appropriate for people with certain conditions, such as bleeding disorders or some allergies, or are currently pregnant or breastfeeding. If your health care provider confirms that dermal fillers are an option for you, know that all medical products have benefits and risks.

But if you have any other concerns, you should speak to your dermatologist before having the procedure.

Edit by Sharon