Which is better: facelift surgery or injectable fillers? If you’re considering a facial cosmetic procedure, you might wonder whether you need to commit to surgery for the results that you want, or if an injection will suffice. Both types of procedures have their pros and cons. But which one is right for you?
Dermal Fillers
PROS: These injectable products are best for people who want to target the appearance of specific wrinkles. Since they add volume beneath the skin, they can also be used to augment certain facial features, such as lips and cheeks. These fast, easy injections are ideal for people with busy schedules, since you can return to your daily routine immediately after receiving a dermal filler injection. Some popular dermal fillers include Radiesse, Juvederm, Restylane and Perlane.
CONS: Dermal fillers can only add volume to the face. This means that they are unable to address sagging skin, which is a more pervasive sign of aging. The results offered by dermal fillers are temporary, although you can maintain your results with regular treatments.
Facelift Surgery
PROS: Unlike dermal fillers, facelift surgery can provide long-lasting results and overall facial rejuvenation. By tightening underlying tissues and removing excess skin, facelift surgery targets facial sagging in a way that no other procedure can match. Many patients report positive results that last 10 years or more.
CONS: There always some disadvantages when it comes to surgery. Facelift is a procedure that requires surgical incisions, so that discomfort, swelling, and bruising after the procedure will naturally occur. After your facelift, you’ll need to take some time to rest and recover. There are also certain risks that come with surgeries, which you will need to consider.
Of course, your facial rejuvenation options aren’t limited to dermal fillers and facelifts. Light-based treatments like the Fraxel laser, IPL Photorejuvenation, and Thermage can provide amazing results without the need for injections or surgery. To learn more about your surgical and nonsurgical options, be sure to consult a board-certified cosmetic surgeon.
