What are soft tissue fillers?
A. At times, deep wrinkles, traumatic scars, acne scars, or other skin depressions can be filled in with injectable materials such as Restylane®, Radiesse™ (also known as Radiance™), collagen, and fat. There are also synthetic implants such as Gortex™, which can be used. Restylane® is a safe and natural cosmetic dermal filler that restores volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, as well as to enhance lips. Restylane® is the first and only cosmetic dermal filler made of non-animal-based hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that exists in the human body. Radiesse™ is a safe, long-lasting treatment unlike any other. Radiesse™ is a completely synthetic compound comprised of calcium hydroxyappetite, a natural substance already in the body. Radiesse™ is soft and natural with no history of allergic reactions. Results are immediate and may last for years. Collagen is a gel-like substance that is derived from purified human or
