Injectable Fillers in Tampa

Benefits of Injectable Fillers

Dermal fillers are a popular choice for women and men who want to rejuvenate or enhance their appearance without downtime. Dr. Narasimhan uses these versatile treatments for a variety of improvements, including:

• Adding and restoring volume to the cheeks, brow bone, and jawline
• Smoothing away folds and wrinkles such as smile lines and vertical lip lines
• Filling out hollows such as tear troughs and sunken temples
• Sculpting and augmenting the lips
• Reshaping the nose
• Rejuvenating the backs of the hands

We administer our injectable fillers, often in combination with BOTOX^® Cosmetic treatments, in the relaxing setting of our on-site medical spa.

Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

All fillers in the Restylane and JUVÉDERM collections contain hyaluronic acid (HA), which is a substance naturally found in the body. HA adds volume to the skin and encourages new collagen to form. These fillers can be reversed with simple injections if desired.

Lip Injections

Many people from the Tampa-St. Petersburg area are interested in lip augmentation or enhancement with dermal fillers to gain one or more of the following improvements:

• Plumping up naturally thin lips
• Rejuvenating lips that have thinned and flattened with age
• Defining lip borders and the cupid’s bow at the center of the top lip
• Balancing upper and lower lip proportions
• Smoothing away vertical lip lines

What filler is best for the lips?

There are several dermal filler options for lip enhancement, including JUVÉDERM Ultra®—some are even specifically formulated for the lips, such as JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® and Restylane® KYSSE™. Dr. Narisimhan will choose the filler or combination of fillers best suited to your cosmetic goals.

What are lip injections like?

Because the lips are sensitive, Dr. Narasimhan prepares them with a topical anesthetic and uses fillers that contain numbing medication. He makes the injections with a sharp fine needle for precise sculpting in areas like the cupid’s bow and a flexible, blunt-tipped cannula to add overall fullness with minimal swelling and bruising. Results are instant.

What can I expect after a lip filler treatment?

Expect temporary redness and swelling right after your lip injections. No downtime is needed.

How long do the results last on average?

In the lips, Kysse and VOLBELLA last approximately a year.

Are Dermal Filler Injections Painful?

Most dermal fillers are now either premixed or mixed with local anesthetics, minimizing the discomfort during the procedure. Dr. Narasimhan will use topical anesthetic creams and, at times, combine treatments with numbing injections, all to maximize your comfort. We’ll be happy to help you sort through the options during your visit with us to ease your nerves if desired.

Dermal Filler Treatments

Dr. Narasimhan performs all injectable treatments himself for optimal safety and natural-looking results. This simple office treatment usually lasts under an hour. Dr. Narasimhan uses a short, fine, pointed needle in areas that require precision; he uses a blunt-tipped cannula for more sensitive areas such as tear troughs and lips to minimize bruising and swelling.

Recovery After Your Treatment

There is almost no downtime following injectable filler treatments. You can resume normal activities right after you leave the office, but you should avoid vigorous exercise for 24 hours. There may be mild soreness, swelling, and bruising in treated areas for several days.

Maintaining That Youthful Look

While traditional cosmetic surgery procedures such as a facelift or brow lift provide dramatic improvements, injectable fillers are an effective, temporary, and convenient beauty solution. You can expect to enjoy your smoother skin for many months. Here is a rough guide to the longevity of these treatments (individual results may vary):

• Restylane lasts about 6 to 12 months
• JUVÉDERM lasts 6 to 12 months
• JUVÉDERM VOLUMA lasts up to 2 years
• RADIESSE may last up to 12 months

Since all of the fillers we offer are temporary, treatment must be repeated periodically to maintain the improvements.