| Your skin is
supported by a protein like substance called collagen, which
acts like a cushion for the outer layers of your skin. Over the
years the cumulative effects of sun exposure and aging actually
damage this protein, reducing its production. By the age of 30
both women and men begin to lose collagen at a rate of about 1%
per year. As this cushion deteriorates your skin starts to form
wrinkles, lines and creases. The result is that we start to look
old and tired.
Smooth, wrinkle free skin is
usually associated with an energetic young appearance. With the
proper use of injectable collagen and other popular FDA approved
fillers it is possible to soften or erase select wrinkles, deep
frown lines and creases giving you a more youthful, vibrant
appearance. Collagen is also used very effectively to provide
lip enhancement, improving the symmetry or fullness to thin
lips.
Before treating an area,
certain collagen products require two skin tests to ensure no
allergic response. A month later, they are injected using a fine
needle in the area to be improved. Some other fillers such as
hyaluronic acids or calcium hydroxyapatite do not require skin
tests and they tend to last longer than collagen. As with any
injection there might be slight discomfort at the time of
injection, but patients are usually pain free when they leave
the office and are able to resume their busy schedule. Results
will usually last from 3-4 months for collagen and 6-9 months
for hyaluronic acids.
If you're looking for a
non-invasive way to regain your natural, youthful appearance
consider collagen or other injectable fillers.
To schedule a complimentary consultation
with a LaserMed Skin & Vein Clinic doctor
click here.
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