filler injections (collagen)

We all want to keep that fresh, glowing face we first saw in the mirror as youngsters, and Filler injections (collagen) may be one way to rejuvenate sun-damaged or aging skin as over time, your skin loses its full and youthful appearance due to natural aging and the skin begins to thin Loss of its natural elasticity, it becomes flabby and begins to wrinkle, and you gradually lose the fatty tissue that helps fill in your face, causing the skin to sag and wrinkle even more, and the operazi site provides a service in installments operations for patients.

What are a filler injections (collagen)?

●     Loss of facial volume can make your face look thin and tight, with sunken cheeks — sometimes to the point of making you look older than you make.

●     Collagen Stimulating is a simple injectable intensive treatment that works by stimulating the body's natural collagen buildup to help smooth lines and wrinkles.

●     It also helps restore lost facial volume to give you a fuller, younger-looking face and long-term improvement that looks completely natural.

●     With filler injections (collagen) you can restore the contour of the face and eliminate lines, wrinkles and sunken cheeks without resorting to face-lifts or plastic surgery.

How does a filler injections (collagen) work?

●     The injected volume of the solution instantly corrects wrinkles and volume imperfections.

●     Within a few days, the water in the filler will be absorbed by the body with a slight increase in depth of volume again.

●     After about six weeks, a visible improvement can be seen.

●     However, to see optimal results, a course of treatment is recommended and the final result can be seen in approximately 6-10 months after treatment.

●     The collagen stimulating substance is injected under the surface of the skin in the area of ​​fat loss and provides a gradual increase in volume.

●     It will not correct the underlying cause of facial fat loss, but will help improve appearance by thickening the skin in the treated area.

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Benefits of filler injections (collagen)

●     Restores facial volume loss.

●     Stimulates collagen and elastin production.

●     Biocompatible and biodegradable.

●     long term.

What happens during injections of collagen?

In scars and deep lines, these areas often require multiple injections to achieve the desired results. If a deeper injection is needed, you will be given a local anesthetic to keep you comfortable, common sites being nasolabial folds and dummy lines, or to enhance fullness in the cheeks.

The steps for the injection are:

1- Allergy test:

-     Depending on the type of collagen you choose and the plastic surgeon you use, allergy testing may be required.

-     A small amount will be injected and you will be asked to monitor that spot for signs of swelling, redness, itching, or anything else unusual.

-     Call your doctor if you see any signs of a reaction.

2- Evaluation:

-     Your surgeon will listen for desired results and then evaluate the appearance of your face and skin tone, examining areas of your face for augmentation using an injectable dermal filler.

3- Develop a strategy:

-     Next, the surgeon will mark strategic points on your face as a guide for appropriate collagen injection sites for the filler.

4- The area is cleaned:

-     The injection sites will be disinfected with an antibacterial agent.

-     A local anesthetic is then used to numb the area, especially if you're sensitive to the injection.

-     But in some cases, the collagen filler contains an anesthetic in the mixture.

5- Injection:

     -       The actual injections will only take a few minutes, and only seconds per site.

6- Clean and icing:

     -       The tags will be washed off and you will be offered an ice pack to reduce any minor and temporary inconveniences.

     -       At this point, you can apply makeup, but be careful not to press on the treated areas as doing so may cause the dermal filler to move.

See also: face rejuvenation

Side Effects of Filler Injections (Collagen)

The biggest risk with collagen treatments is an allergic reaction, but you can avoid this by getting an allergy skin test. Other risks or side effects may include:

• Cysts;

●     Infection.

●     wrinkle;

●     open sores;

●     Reactivation of cold sores (herpes).

●     scarring;

●     Skin necrosis (dead skin).

●     peeling of the skin;

●     The texture of the skin is uneven.

●     You may experience some swelling and bruising within the first 24 hours after the collagen injection and the area may appear red for a day or even a week.

It is OK to use makeup at any time, just make sure you don't rub the treated area and avoid strenuous exercise, sun and drinking alcohol during the first week after the injection, contact your doctor if you experience any kind of sudden, severe pain or any symptoms that seem unusual, contact your plastic surgeon Immediately.

In the long term, you can expect the effects of collagen injections to last about three months, although some people have reported that the effects lasted up to two years, the results of collagen injections are not permanent, and your body will eventually reabsorb the collagen, so follow-up appointments are essential.

Is collagen filler right for me?

●     Most people who choose a collagen treatment are between the ages of 35 and 60 and are interested in reducing early signs of aging.

●     Collagen treatment can be used to improve areas around the mouth and forehead where wrinkles have started to appear again after previous cosmetic procedures.

●     Injecting collagen into the lips helps patients achieve fuller and more sensual lips.

●     Older patients may also benefit from collagen injections, although ideal candidate skin is still relatively elastic.

You should not have collagen injections if you:

●     Pregnant or breastfeeding.

●     An allergy to bovine products or lidocaine (about 3 percent of the population is allergic to bovine collagen)

●     Prone to severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), especially to meat, as well as asthma, hay fever and atopic dermatitis.

●     You have an autoimmune disease.

How much will Filler injections (collagen) cost?

●     Cost is always a consideration in elective procedures or treatment.

●     The cost of collagen filler treatments may vary based on the time, effort the procedure or treatment requires a person’s qualifications, and experience.

●     Many plastic surgeons offer patient financing plans, so be sure to ask and additional fees may include:

1-   Location and equipment costs.

2-   The price of the anesthesia used.

3-   Medicines used.

●     When choosing a plastic surgeon for collagen filler treatments, you should take into account the surgeon's experience and your comfort with him or her is just as important as the final cost of the procedure.