SHOULD I GET CHEEK FILLER?

1. WHAT IS CHEEK DERMAL FILLER?

Dermal filler is an injectable that helps augment, soften fine lines and wrinkles, improve symmetry, and create volume or dimension. Cheek areas include the lower edge of the eye socket, nasolabial folds and a line sweeping up from the corner of the mouth to the ear canal. Filler can be used in the face, hands and neck.



2. RIGHT CANDIDATE FOR CHEEK FILLERS

Patients seeking fillers for cheeks are probably concerned about the following:

1. Lost Volume in Cheeks: As you age, the cheeks can begin to look deflated due to natural volume loss and the mid-face areas lose healthy, youthful contours. Treating volume deficit helps us patient look more rejuvenated and less tired in some cases.

2. Pronounced Nasolabial Fold: The nasolabial fold, also known as smile lines, are the lines that stretch from our nose to mouth. Due to the loss of volume, firmness and elasticity as we age, nasolabial folds appear more pronounced.  Nasolabial folds are among the biggest indicators of age.

3. Cosmetic Enhancement and Augmentation: Many people in their early 20s and 30s will get cheek fillers to enhance their facial contours. Cheekbones are the focal point of facial bone structure, the natural youthful cheeks have an “OG” curve. When practitioners inject fillers to plump and fill cheekbones, it not only helps contour the mid-face but also gives a pleasing youthfulness to the upper face.

3. SUBTLE RESULTS ARE KEY. YOU DO NOT NEED TO LOOK LIKE YOU “HAD WORK DONE"

Fillers, under the administration of an experienced medical practitioner, create a pleasant, natural plump for your cheeks, hence, resulting in a rejuvenated look. That's why it's always important to do research and work with a professional who has a deep knowledge of facial anatomy and has an aesthetic eye for a natural result. Remember you should be able to meet and interview your injector and discuss your goals before committing to anything.

4. THE PROCEDURE AND RECOVERY TIME IS VERY QUICK

A filler injection treatment can take 20-30 minutes, most of the appointment is talking and discussing a treatment plan. Before the procedure, you will have an initial consultation with the provider to discuss your goals/needs. Sometimes your injector will suggest to break your treatment up in several sessions, less is always more so we recommend to start lower and go slow.

5. FILLER CAN LAST UP TO 2 YEARS WITHOUT TOUCH-UPS

Depending on the type of filler, location of treatment and metabolism/patient life style, you can expect the results to last anywhere from 6 months to 2 years.

6. HOW MUCH DOES CHEEK FILLER COST?

The cost of cheek fillers depends on the type of product used, your expected results, how much filler is needed, and most importantly, the level of experience your practitioner has. You will need a consultation with your filler provider to determine the actual cost.

On average, the cost can fall anywhere between $500 and $2000 per treatment. Remember you are not only paying for the product used for treatment, but you are also paying for the experience and expertise of your injector. Getting cheap filler deals from Groupon or unqualified practitioners can lead to filler gone wrong, which ends up costing much more money and potential complications.

- THE CAMBRIDGE SKIN AND WELLNESS TEAM