Fillers

Fat injections are also considered to be a “filler”. They can smooth out the nasolabial creases and the folds at and below the corner of the mouth. The advantage of fat injections is their potential to have a permanent effect.

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Fat as a Filler

Before (with ink markings)

Minutes after

Fillers such as hyaluronic acid are used to “plump up” creases (and in this case, the upper lip) and smooth them out. They are used easily in the office with minimal to no “down time”. Any redness will go away in hours.

Before

After

Filler in the Office