What are dermal fillers and why do we need them?
Dermal fillers are materials that we use to replace and augment skin tissue. The majority of our skin is made up of collagen bundles and a hydrating material between those. These create the shape and fullness that we see. But skin tissue can be lost or atrophied because of heredity, sun exposure, muscle action, pressure, sleep positions, smoking, weight loss and just with age. As this tissue is lost and there is less natural filler underneath, the skin becomes less taut. This can leave wrinkles, folds, depressions, grooves and sagging skin. Refilling these areas restores normal contours and rejuvenates the area and the face. Several kinds of dermal fillers have been developed to replace that tissue and different ones are best for different people and areas. Thomas Steinberg, M.D., Dermatologist and Director of the Advanced Dermatology Center will discuss those with you and then carefully select the best fillers for your needs. We prefer dermal fillers that are natural, long-lasting, an
