As our skin ages, a decrease in connective tissue elements occurs. Among them are collagen, elastin tissue and hyaluronic acid.
The hyaluronic acid, which is decreasing in the skin in filling applications, is injected into the problematic areas under the skin with the help of small needles, and provides both volume effect and increases the water holding capacity of the skin.
Fillers are used successfully in different anatomical areas for a variety of purposes:
Filling fine and deep wrinkles on the face
- Plump lips and contour
Volume on cheeks, chin, eye area and temples
- Reduction of deep scars caused by acne
- Between the eyebrows, nasolabial region, vertical lines on the lip (barcode lines)
Nose filling
- Neck and back of hands
The duration of action varies between 6-18 months depending on the molecular weight of the filler used.
There are many products on the market and every physician prefers a few products that he is most accustomed to. Every product has its advantages and disadvantages. In other words, instead of saying the best-worst-best quality filling, we say filling suitable for the person and the process to be done.
Fillings are obtained in several ways:
- Chemical production in the laboratory (synthetic)
- Animal origin production
- obtained from human cadaver
Bacterial fermentation (we often use this)
Since there is a lot of interest in filling applications, we are witnessing many bad applications of illegal products that have been introduced to the country by illegal means (especially liquid silicone), which are also reflected in the visual-written press by unlicensed physicians. We warn our patients once more about this issue and we want them to make informed choices not only for fee but also for the use of correct and high quality products.
