Augmentation to the face with the use of dermal fillers is one of the most widely-known cosmetic procedures, closely behind Botox injections. Filler can be used almost all over the face to help enhance features, provide structure & support where our normal facial structures are lacking, or to add volume to a place where there otherwise was none, like the lips.
Majority of the filler used is made out of Hyaluronic Acid (HA), a naturally occurring sugar found in our own bodies that actually adds hydration to areas of the body like the skin & joints. When we are younger, this is found more abundantly & declines as we age, but is a fantastic substance for adding volume or hydration because of its naturally hydrating properties.
There are many different types made by many different companies & our injectors utilize almost all of them! There is no right or wrong filler, only the right one for the job, patient, & desired outcome. You & your provider will decide which filler will be used for your aesthetic outcome.