The 4 Things Fillers Can Be Used For Besides Lip Augmentation

Posted February 03, 2024 in Injectable Fillers

Most people know that injectable fillers are typically used to plump up your lips, smooth out lines and wrinkles, or add volume to your cheeks. But fillers are incredibly versatile and can be used to treat issues beyond their most popular applications. In this blog, we discuss four uses for injectable fillers that you may not be aware of, from your eyes to your hands and beyond.  

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With their popularity higher than ever, most people have heard about injectable fillers and know they are typically used to plump up your lips, smooth out lines and wrinkles, or add volume to your cheeks. However, some may not know that fillers are incredibly versatile and can be used to treat cosmetic issues beyond their most popular applications. In this blog, we discuss four uses for injectable fillers that you may not be aware of, from your eyes to your hands and beyond.  

Injectable Filler Choices

There are several types of dermal fillers available, and the type of filler used will depend on the area you’re treating. At Careaga Plastic Surgery, we offer hyaluronic acid fillers from the JUVÉDERM® and RESTYLANE® families of fillers, as well as SCULPTRA® Aesthetic, a poly-L-lactic acid-based filler.

So, what are some lesser-known uses for injectable fillers, and which type will work best for each area of concern? 

1. Fillers Help Minimize Dark Circles and Hollows Under Your Eyes

As you age, not only does your skin lose volume, but the fat pads in your face that give it a youthful appearance diminish and shift. One place that falls victim to the downward migration of facial padding is the area under your eyes, known as your tear troughs. The change may be initially gradual until one day, you look in the mirror and notice the deeper shadows and hollows settling in around your eyes. 

Hyaluronic acid fillers are the best option to fill hollows and reduce the appearance of dark circles under your eyes. The best types of HA fillers in this case include RESTYLANE®, JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC, and JUVÉDERM VOLLURE™ XC. These fillers balance cohesiveness, strength, and length of results with a lower incidence of swelling. It’s a delicate line to walk between hollows under the eyes and filler-induced puffiness, so while all filler procedures should be done by a trained and experienced injector, under-eye procedures are especially delicate. It is critical that you receive the correct type of filler and that it is injected in the correct amount and location.  

2. Fillers Can Shape and Define Your Jawline

If you have a “weak chin,” your issue may not actually be your chin, but instead, a poorly defined jaw. If your chin and jaw appear soft, disappear into your neck, or start to look jowly, fillers can change all of that. Aging and genetics are the culprits behind the lack of definition in your jaw, but fortunately, it’s a problem that is easily fixed. By strategically placing injectable fillers along your mandible (jaw), you can: 

• Contour your jawline, giving it a more oval look (women) or sharper look (men).
• Reduce the appearance of jowls and other effects associated with age-related facial volume loss.
• Create balance in an aesthetically asymmetrical jawline.
• “Strengthen” your chin and more clearly frame your face.

Thicker hyaluronic acid-based fillers like JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC and RESTYLANE® Lyft™ are the most effective fillers to address jawline definition. In some cases, SCULPTRA® Aesthetic may be used. 

3. Fillers Can Reduce the Appearance of Some Scars

If you’ve been plagued with acne at any point in your life, you may have the scars to prove it. The type and severity of your scars will determine the type of filler used to treat them. For deep scars, collagen-boosting fillers like SCULPTRA® Aesthetic offer the best results. Because they stimulate collagen production, they help your body gradually fill in the marks made by the scars. 

For more shallow scars, you may choose a hyaluronic acid filler. HA fillers smooth the scars and lessen their appearance. HA fillers are less effective for scar treatment in the long term, as they require regular injections to maintain your results.  

4. Fillers Can Rejuvenate Aging Hands

Just like your face, your hands also lose volume over time. Add to that the reduction in collagen that comes with age, and you have hands that show every bone, tendon, and vein. If you’re bothered by the appearance of aging hands, consider exploring the advantages of dermal fillers.

While collagen-stimulating fillers like SCULPTRA® Aesthetic are the best filler for long-term hand rejuvenation, hyaluronic acid fillers like RESTYLANE® Lyft™ also provide pleasing results. The type of filler you choose depends on your desired results—collagen-boosting fillers tend to offer more lasting results, while HA fillers require more maintenance. 

Learn More About Injectable Fillers in Coral Gables

If you struggle with any of the issues mentioned above, it’s time to visit Careaga Plastic Surgery. Our medical staff’s skill and expertise in minimally invasive treatments like injectable fillers ensure you’re in the best possible hands. To explore what injectable fillers can do to improve your confidence in your appearance, call us today at (305) 574-9262 or complete the online contact form.