Lip Filler & Filler
in Mount Pleasant, SC
How Do Fillers Work?
When people hear “filler”, they often picture overfilled lips or cheeks — the infamous “duck lips” look — and assume there’s no way to get natural results. But that perception is outdated. Fillers have come a long way. While Hyaluronic Acid fillers are still widely used, bio-fillers are quickly gaining popularity as a more natural alternative.
Bio-fillers use components from your own body to restore volume and smoothness, offering results that look and feel more natural — and last longer.
About Fillers
Fillers are injected into the skin to create and enhance volume, offering a versatilesolution for sculpting and contouring the face. By strategically placing these fillers, practitioners can reshape areas that may have lost definition due to aging or other factors. The injection of dermal fillers effectively replenishes lost volume, which can lead to a smoother, firmer appearance. This process not only helps reduce the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles but also enhances the natural contours of the face, providing a more youthful and vibrant look. Additionally, dermal fillers can be used to improve symmetry, augment lips, define cheekbones, and enhance jawlines. The results are immediate, allowing for quick adjustments to facial aesthetics with minimal downtime. Overall, dermal fillers are a powerful tool for achieving a more balanced and rejuvenated appearance.
What Is Used For Traditional Filler?
Traditional hyaluronic acid fillers are gel-like substances that are injected into the skin to restore volume and hydrate the complexion. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps retain moisture and provides structural support to tissues. These fillers are used to smooth out wrinkles, enhance facial contours, and add volume to areas such as the cheeks and lips.
New Filler Alternatives:
Radiesse & Sculptra-How Do They Work?
Sculptra & Radiesse are biostimulatory fillers that not only adds immediate volume to the skin but also promotes the body’s natural collagen production over time. Unlike traditional fillers that mainly provide temporary volume, Sculpttra & Radiesse stimulate the body’s collagen response, leading to longer-lasting results that can endure for up to a year or more. This makes it an ideal choice for those looking for both immediate enhancement and progressive improvement in skin texture and elasticity.
PRP Bio-Fillers-How Do They Work?
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) bio-filler, harnesses the body’s own healing properties to rejuvenate the skin. This procedure involves drawing a small amount of your blood, processing it to concentrate the platelets/growth factors and make it into a gel, and then injecting this rich plasma into targeted areas of the face or body. The growth factors in PRP stimulate collagen production, enhance skin texture, and promote healing, resulting in a natural, youthful appearance. PRP bio-filler offers immediate volume replacement, as well as gradual improvements as the body regenerates over time. It’s a safe and biocompatible option, making it ideal for those seeking a more natural approach to facial rejuvenation.
The Details
Where Can Filler be Placed?
Dermal Fillers can be placed in many locations, including: Lips, Cheeks, Chin, Jawline, Temples, & more!
How Long will Results Last?
Filler results are immediate, and last 6-15 months, depending on the type of filler used, and the Individual.
Are There Any Side Effects From Filler Injections?
Temporary injection site redness, swelling, and bruising is common, and usually goes away within hours to days. Swelling most commonly lasts up to a few days.
“Stephanie is amazing! I have gone to her a few times now for injections but this was my first time with filler. She made the process so comfortable and seamless. We talked about my options and she personalized the experience by recommending what she felt would look the best for me. I couldn’t recommend her and Southern Grace Aesthetics enough!”
How Does The Filler Process Work?
- “Consultation: A thorough consultation with a licensed practitioner to discuss goals, expectations, and medical history.
- Procedure: Depending on the treatment site, we apply a topical numbing cream or inject anesthesia to ensure you’re comfortable for your treatment. The treatment typically takes 60-90 minutes, involving a series injections.
- Post-Treatment Care: Minimal downtime is required, but patients are advised to avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours.
Southern Grace Aesthetics provides Lip & Facial Fillers, Sculptra, Radiesse & PRP to clients in Mount Pleasant, Charleston, Daniel Island, and West Ashley who want to add natural-looking volume.
Treatment Areas: Lips, cheeks, chin, jawline, marionette lines, nasolabial folds, under eye, temples, and more!
Pricing: Starting at $700