Dermal fillers are among the most popular cosmetic treatments in the United States, surpassed only by Botox® injections — another popular treatment for lines and wrinkles. Filler migration happens when the filler substance moves outside the treatment area.
Filler migration is relatively uncommon, but you should do all you can to prevent it.
At Metroderm DC: Medical, Laser, and Aesthetic Dermatology Center, our team of Adrianna Gonzalez, MD, FAAD, Todd Perkins, MD, and Edward Stolar, MD, specialize in custom dermal filler treatments focused on helping women and men get the results they want while avoiding complications like filler migration.
Here are some steps you can take to reduce the risk of migration and enjoy a more youthful complexion.
Injections might seem like a simple procedure — after all, you can receive immunizations at your nearest pharmacy. But immunization injections differ substantially from the injections we use for dermal filler application.
For that reason, you need a provider skilled in all phases of dermal filler treatments. At Metroderm DC, you’re in good hands with our experienced medical and aesthetics team.
We design every injection treatment on a case-by-case basis, paying special attention to your anatomy, the type of filler, the area we’re treating, and the results you’re looking for.
We’re also skilled in reducing the risk of filler migration, ensuring the filler stays where it’s intended for the best possible results.
Afterward, we provide you with instructions on how to care for the treatment area. The most important things to remember to prevent filler migration are:
These instructions help your fillers settle into their new positions to reduce the risk that they’ll move elsewhere.
You want your fillers to look natural, so avoid excessive filler treatments for the sake of dramatic results. Too much filler puts a lot of pressure on your skin’s structure, increasing the likelihood that some of that filler will migrate from the treatment zone.
Today, there are dozens of filler products you can choose from. Matching the right filler to the treatment area, your treatment goals, and other factors helps you achieve beautiful results without worrying about migration.
That’s where we come in. At Metroderm DC, we’re skilled at identifying the best filler option for your goals and your skin’s structural needs.
Sometimes people think their filler has spread after a few months, when it’s actually time for a touch-up treatment. Scheduling touch-ups ensures your results always look fresh and gives you the results you’re looking for without looking fake or stiff.
Caring for your skin sets the stage for future filler treatments and keeps your skin looking and feeling its best.
Match your cleanser and other products to your skin’s needs, stay hydrated, always wear sunscreen, and see your dermatologist regularly. Then when you’re ready for your next treatment, your skin will be primed and ready.
As the name suggests, fillers help fill in lines and wrinkles and restore lost volume, helping your skin look smoother, firmer, sexier, and more youthful.
To learn more about dermal fillers and how to make them part of your aesthetic goals, call 202-659-2223 or book an appointment online with our team at Metroderm DC in Washington, DC, today.
