Facial wrinkles are a result of the natural aging process. Over time, the skin loses its ability to repair itself as the underlying elastin and collagen fibers break down and lose elasticity. Heredity, UV exposure, and repetitive facial movement can all contribute to the development of facial wrinkles and folds and under eye hollowing.
What is Artefill?
Artefill is the only FDA-approved non-resorbable filler for the correction of facial folds and smile lines. Non-resorbable means
The collagen in Artefill provides an immediate correction where placed. The PMMA microspheres provide a long lasting support structure. As the bovine collagen degrades, your own collagen takes its place and interweaves around the PMMA, providing the long-lasting effects.
Am I a good candidate for Artefill?
Studies have shown that Artefill is a highly differentiated and unique product, one that is both safe as well as an effective treatment for patients. Artefill gives patients who seek long-lasting wrinkle corrections a new option.
How long is the recovery from an Artefill treatment?
As with any injected product, you may experience bruising and/or slight swelling. To lessen bruising, stop taking aspirin, anti-inflammatories and supplements two weeks prior if possible. If you take Rx blood thinners, you must talk with your primary physician first to see if it is safe for you to seek cosmetic injections or laser treatments.