Different Kinds of Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are injectable solutions that are used to fill in sunken areas on the face, or to plump up problem areas. For example, you can use dermal fillers to plump up wrinkles or expression lines, to increase the volume of the lips, and to increase the volume of cheeks that have become sunken as we age.
There are several different kinds of dermal fillers, all designed to meet a specific need. Here's a round-up of some of the most commonly used dermal fillers:
Body Fat
Body fat, also known as analogous fat, uses fat from your body. It is taken from somewhere you don't need it, and placed in a spot where you do need it. This is an excellent option for patients who might be allergic to other substances- you won't have an allergic reaction to analogous fat. Surgeons must over-fill an area because the body will re-absorb a great deal of the fat once it's injected, but it will settle.
Hyaluronic Acid
HA is a natural substance found in the human body, and is the main ingredient in popular fillers like Restylane and Juvederm. The substance is found in soft connective tissues and in fluid in the eye and joints. It is a substance that naturally provides volume to an area.
Collagen
Collagen is also a natural substance. It is found in cartilage, teeth, bones, and can come from human sources or from cows (then it's known as bovine collagen). It is a popular substance for plumping up thin lips.
Polylactic Acid
This is actually a synthetic substance that stimulates collagen production when injected into the desired site. So you don't have immediate results, but the area slowly fills in over a few months as the collagen grows. This is popular for use on thin lips and laugh lines, as well as folds from the nose to the lips.
Calcium hydroxylapatite
This is the effective ingredient in Radiesse and Radiance products. It is a natural substance found in human bones. It's a heavy substance, effective for filling in deep creases like marionette lines and nasolabial folds, and for increasing volume in the cheeks.
Always use a board certified plastic surgeon to help you select a dermal filler and to do the procedure itself. They are more trained in safety techniques and the most up to date products and procedures. Using a non-certified surgeon increases your risk of developing side effects.

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FAQs About Laser Hair Removal

1. Why should we avoid getting tanned before the sessions?
Our skin has a very high proportion of melanin. Tanning can increase the percentage of melanin in our skin. Such a condition significantly increases the risk of causing side effects such as burns or pigmentation disorders. Hence, people are advised to avoid getting tanned before laser hair removal sessions. You should avoid stepping out in the sun or use adequate measures (sunscreen, umbrella etc.) to avoid getting tanned before your session begins. You should stay indoors as much as possible.
2. Why cannot regular beauticians perform this treatment?
The equipment used in this treatment can only be operated by trained professionals who have undergone proper medical and technical training needed for conducting laser hair removal treatments. Regular beauticians are not trained or qualified to operate such equipments and due to risk involved in the procedure, laser treatments are only conducted under the supervision of a physician. This is why, you are advised to approach only those skin and laser clinics which employ trained and qualified dermatologists for conducting all kinds of laser treatments.
3. Can I remain discreet while opting for this treatment?
As laser hair removal treatments are conducted by trained medical professionals (dermatologists), the rules of doctor - patient confidentiality are followed by the clinics. Hence, your information will remain safe and will not be disclosed to any unauthorized personnel. Unless you agree, the clinic or the doctor will not disclose the details of your treatment to any 3rd party. However, such rules of professionalism will only be followed by those clinics which are recognized and reliable. Hence, you should only opt for a trusted and reliable clinic to avail of such treatment.
4. Will I be allowed to change my dermatologist during the course of the treatment?
Each individual is free to choose his or her doctor and this principle also applies to the field of cosmetic treatment. You can change your dermatologist at any time you want, even during the course of the treatment. However, few of the clinics may not provide you with this option given the fact that they do not have more than trained dermatologist working for them. Hence, the question of changing the dermatologist does not even arise. This is why, it is recommended that you wisely choose the clinic for getting laser hair removal treatment.
People are recommended not to change the dermatologist during the course of the treatment, to avoid unnecessary complications.

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Laser Hair Removal - Some Useful Information

The word LASER is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. It consists of a beam of photons having the same wave length. In laser hair removal treatment, some of these photons are absorbed by the pigments of our hair (melanin) and in the process they are destroyed due to heating. This is process is known as selective photothermolysis. This method of hair removal is especially effective on dark hair or those in the initial phases of their growth, as they produce a lot of melanin. In a particular session, around 15 to 20% of body hair is destroyed.
As a single session cannot destroy all of our body hair, multiple sessions are required to achieve favorable results (on an average, 4 to 8 session). The number of sessions is also dependent on a variety of other factors. For example, young people might require more sessions as their hair will usually grow at a faster rate. Also, people with hormonal disorders will require higher number of sessions. When you approach a dermatologist for this hair removal treatment, he or she will check your medical history and also consider all the required factors to determine the number of sessions required.
Laser hair removal treatments should be performed with caution on pigmented skin because they contain a lot of melanin. There is a risk that the melanin will be destroyed, resulting in permanent white spot. This is why, the dermatologists will perform a lot of tests before recommending this method of treatment to any individual. In order to achieve effective results, it is advisable that you only opt for the services of a skin and laser clinic which has access to the required equipment for conducting these tests. The dermatologists will also consider other factors such as age, overall health condition, allergies etc.
In many people, it becomes difficult to treat certain areas of the body (forearms, thighs etc.) with the help of this treatment. Even multiple sessions may not offer the desired results. Hence, such people may require a lot of sessions, within a period of 3 to 6 months. Also, in some people the hair grows at a very high rate and laser hair removal treatment is not able to offer them with permanent results. They can only enjoy long term results, which may last from 6 to 12 months. Hence, they might need to repeat the treatment after long intervals.

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