What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are injectable gels used to restore volume, smooth lines, and enhance facial contours. Unlike Botox (which relaxes muscles), fillers physically add volume beneath the skin's surface. The most common fillers are made from hyaluronic acid (HA) — a substance your body naturally produces. Popular HA filler brands include Juvederm, Restylane, and RHA. Each brand offers different formulations optimized for specific areas and concerns.
Types of Fillers and What They Do
Not all fillers are created equal. Thinner fillers like Restylane Silk are designed for delicate areas like lips and fine lines. Medium-density fillers like Juvederm Vollure work well for nasolabial folds and marionette lines. Thicker, more structured fillers like Juvederm Voluma are ideal for cheek augmentation and jawline contouring. Your provider selects the right product based on the area being treated, the amount of correction needed, and the desired result.
Common Treatment Areas
Fillers can address a wide range of concerns: cheeks (restoring youthful volume and lift), lips (enhancing shape, size, and definition), nasolabial folds (the lines from nose to mouth), marionette lines (lines from mouth to chin), under-eyes (hollow tear troughs), jawline (definition and contouring), chin (projection and balance), and temples (restoring fullness). A skilled injector considers your entire face as a whole, creating balance rather than treating areas in isolation.
What to Expect During and After
Most filler appointments take 30-60 minutes. Your provider will discuss your goals, then cleanse and sometimes apply topical numbing cream to the treatment area. Most modern fillers contain lidocaine for comfort. Results are visible immediately, though you'll have some swelling for 2-5 days. Final results settle at about 2 weeks. Bruising is possible but usually minor and easily concealed with makeup after 24 hours.
How Long Do Fillers Last?
Duration varies by product and area. Lip fillers typically last 6-12 months. Cheek fillers can last 12-18 months. Jawline fillers often last 12-24 months. The more structured the filler and the less mobile the treatment area, the longer results tend to last. Many patients choose to maintain their results with touch-up appointments, which often require less product than the initial treatment.
Cost and Investment
Filler pricing at Lumière is per syringe, with costs varying by product type. Most patients need 1-3 syringes depending on the area and desired correction. Lumière members receive significant discounts on filler treatments, making maintenance more affordable. During your consultation, your provider will give you a clear treatment plan with exact pricing — no surprises.
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