The Different Types of Dermal Fillers: Which One Is Right for You

Though some skin wrinkles, lines, imperfections, and scars may require surgical treatment to achieve optimal cosmetic results, patients often want to start with non-surgical options to minimize risks or side effects. At Michael Kurzman, MD, in Rossville, Staten Island, NY, you may find skin success with dermal fillers Dr. Michael Kurzman and his staff provide.

What Is a Dermal Filler?

Dermal fillers are injections that fill lines and depressions in the skin that make a patient look older. Fillers are sometimes confused with Botox, but instead of freezing the muscles that cause wrinkling, dermal fillers add fullness and plumpness to the lines using specialized formulas. The targeted injections can also stimulate collagen production in the skin over time. Many soft-tissue fillers are composed of naturally occurring materials in the body.

The Different Types of Dermal Fillers

These are some of the most common types of dermal fillers that your Rossville, Staten Island, NY dermatologist may use:

• Calcium hydroxylapatite-based (Radiesse).
• Hyaluronic acid-based (Restylane).
• Poly-L-lactic acid-based (Sculptra).
• Polymethylmethacrylate or PMMA-based (Bellafill).

Why Choose Dermal Fillers?

The benefits of dermal fillers are numerous, starting with the briefness of the appointment. Your skin doctor can complete the treatment in less than 30 minutes, and you can usually return to normal daily activities. Another benefit is that the skin can begin to look better right after the appointment and last for months before you need another session. Because this procedure is non-invasive, you don’t have to worry about the effects of deep anesthesia.

Smoother Skin in Just an Appointment Away

The type of dermal filter your dermatologist chooses will depend on your specific case. Schedule a skin exam with Dr. Michael Kurzman at his office in Rossville, Staten Island, NY, to discuss all of your options for smoother, younger-looking skin with dermal fillers. Call (718) 317-0941 today to set an appointment.