Dermal Fillers in Detroit

Dermal fillers are injectable gels most commonly formulated with hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring substance in the body and are used to restore lost facial volume, smooth lines and folds, enhance lips, and contour facial features. HA fillers attract water to the injection site, creating soft, natural-looking volume. Results are visible immediately and typically last 6–24 months depending on the product used and the area treated.

Both Juvéderm and Restylane are FDA-approved families of hyaluronic acid fillers, but they differ in their formulation, gel consistency, and how they integrate with tissue. Juvéderm products (Voluma, Vollure, Volbella, Ultra XC) tend to have a cohesive, malleable gel that blends smoothly. Restylane products (Lyft, Refyne, Defyne, Kysse, Contour, Eyelight) often use NASHA or XpresHAn Technology for products that move naturally with facial expressions. Your injector will select the most appropriate product for each treatment area.

Dermal fillers can treat a wide range of facial areas including the cheeks and midface (Voluma, Restylane Lyft, Restylane Contour), nasolabial folds and marionette lines (Juvéderm XC, Vollure, Refyne, Defyne), lips (Volbella, Restylane Kysse, Restylane), under-eye hollows and dark circles (Restylane Eyelight), jawline and chin, temples (Volux, Defyne), and areas of general volume loss across the face.

Results vary by product, patient, lifestyle and treatment area. Juvéderm Voluma can last up to 2 years in the cheeks. Vollure provides up to 18 months of correction. Volbella lasts approximately 12 months in the lips. Restylane Kysse lasts up to 12 months in the lips. Restylane Contour and Lyft can last 12–18 months in the mid-face. Metabolically active areas (like the lips) tend to break down filler more quickly than less mobile areas.

Dermal filler injections are well-tolerated by most patients. Most filler products contain lidocaine to improve comfort during injection. Topical numbing cream is typically applied 15–30 minutes before treatment, and dental nerve blocks may be used for lip injections for patients who prefer maximum comfort. Some pressure, mild stinging, or brief discomfort is normal during treatment, but it is minimal and brief.

Restylane Eyelight is an FDA-approved hyaluronic acid filler specifically formulated for injection in the tear trough area (under-eye hollows). It targets dark circles caused by volumetric hollowing and a shadow effect beneath the eye. Its specialized formulation is designed to minimize unwanted water retention (Tyndall effect) that can occur with other fillers in this delicate area, providing a natural, brightened, refreshed appearance.

Hyaluronic acid fillers (Juvéderm and Restylane families) are fully reversible using an enzyme called hyaluronidase, which rapidly dissolves HA filler when injected into the treated area. This is a major safety advantage of HA fillers over non-HA alternatives. Reversibility allows for correction of asymmetry, overfilling, or rare complications. Your provider should always have hyaluronidase available during filler treatments.

Restylane Contour is an FDA-approved filler designed specifically for cheek definition and mid-face volumization. It uses XpresHAn Technology, which allows it to move naturally with facial expressions while maintaining structural support and volume. This technology differentiates it from stiffer cheek fillers, making it an excellent option for patients who prioritize natural-looking, expressive results.

Restylane Kysse is an FDA-approved lip filler formulated with XpresHAn Technology to enhance lip volume while maintaining the natural flexibility and movement of the lips. It softens fine lines around the upper lip (perioral lines), improves lip definition, and adds natural-looking fullness. It is designed to move naturally with expressions, avoiding the stiff or unnatural appearance that some older lip fillers could produce.