Artefill Permanent Filler

Dermal fillers are very popular means to rejuvenate a volume-depleted face or to enhance certain facial features such as the lips. In the last decade, dermal fillers have become a primary tool for facial rejuvenation and augmentation in all adult age groups. There are many excellent facial fillers on the market, each with unique characteristics.

This blog entry specifically regards Artefill. Artefill is the ONLY FDA approved permanent filler on the market. This gives Artefill a dramatic advantage over other fillers in that it never reabsorbs. Temporary or semi-permanent fillers such Juvederm and Radiesse respectively, while excellent options for selected situations and patients, will last approximately 6 to 18 months.

Temporary fillers require repeated injections over time in order to maintain the desired result. Artefill is unique because is contains microspheres that are not absorbed by the body and create a support matrix for enduring wrinkle correction by working together with your body's own collagen. The microspheres are made of polymethacrylate (PMMA), which is one of the most widely used biocompatible synthetic materials. PMMA has a proven safety record in over 60 years of clinical use.

The safety profile for Artefill is similar to temporary fillers. There have been no product recalls and no reported medical device events to date for Artefill. Artefill is FDA approved for use in the nasolabial folds (smile lines). It may be used successfully in other facial areas but is considered off label use.

Using Artefill allows for progressive facial enhancement. In other words, because the initially injected Artefill will not dissipate, you can have additional Artefill injected later if needed or desired for full anatomical correction.

With Artefill you will experience: Immediate, visible wrinkle correction; a natural, elegant feel; fewer injections; a filler that is simple, safe and effective. If you have been using temporary fillers in the past and you are happy with the results, Artefill may be right for you. Artefill will ultimately save you time and money.

I have over eight years of experience injecting numerous different dermal fillers. I find Artefill to be a superior filler choice in appropriately selected patients.

Please e-mail me at drryanmitchell@gmail.com if you have any questions. To schedule a consultation to discuss your options and desires call 702-376-3095. For more information go to my website www.drryanmitchell.com.