What is Filling? Filling, which is a popular application of today in terms of medical aesthetics, is among the most preferred. Over time, the amount of collagen and Hyaluronic acid decreases by losing skin elasticity due to age, sun rays and mimics. The lack of these substances, which give the skin a healthy and youthful appearance, causes the formation of lines, wrinkles and collapses. Hyaluronic acid-containing fillers are injected under the skin using small needles. Thus, the water retention capacity of the skin is increased and the areas where collapses are experienced are added to the volume and wrinkles and lines are lost. Types of Fillers Lip filler Nose filling Nasolabial filler Under-eye light filler Temporal filling Cheek filling Chin filling Jawline filling What Problems Can You Get Rid of Through the Filling? • Nasolabial lines, that is, the lines descending from the edge of the nose are given volume and the lines are eliminated. Philtral lines, that is, the lines between the nose and the mouth, are eliminated. Applying fillers to the lips Removal of wrinkles around the eyes Filling the radial lines around the lip and making the lip contour prominent Elimination of under eye cavities Elimination of under eye bags Filling the forehead lines Plumping cheeks and cheekbones Making necessary corrections by filling the nose Making the jaw lines more prominent It is possible to get rid of such problems through filling. How Long Does Face Filling Last? Immediately after the application of the face filler, that is, as soon as the filler is injected into the face, it shows its effect and the application areas gain volume. It is possible to immediately notice the upward recovery of the skin. Visible fullness will be felt in the cavity areas. Water retention capacity on the skin will increase and it will moisture gain. This procedure, which is applied with the filler for 15-30 minutes, is injected through fine-tipped needles. Patients who can easily return to their daily lives immediately after the procedure do not feel any pain. However, it is normal to have a slight swelling, bruising or redness immediately after the procedure. In a few days, your skin will completely return to normal. Things to Consider After Face Filling If you have any invitations or a special night to attend, you should have a facial filling at least 2 weeks in advance. Blood thinners should be avoided before and after this application. It is necessary to avoid heavy sports for a few days after the application. Hot water should never be used while washing or showering for at least 3 days after application. Filling should never be applied especially to the infected areas. There should not be herpes and similar conditions around the lips. What are the Fillers Applied to the Face? Hyaluronic acid: is one of the most preferred types of temporary fillers. This FDA-approved filler, which does not contain any animal products, is very successful in increasing moisture on both natural and skin. The effect may last for 4 months or 1.5 years. Polycaprolactone: This semi-permanent filling triggers the body's own reaction and provides collagen production. It can last for 1-4 years. Calcium Hydroxyapatite: it is one of the semi-permanent fillings and contains micro particles and gels. It is completely compatible with the skin because it contains calcium and phosphate. This filling shows a permanent effect for a very long time even with a single session application. It’s effect take a year. Polylactic Acid: it is one of the semi-permanent fillers and increases the collagen production of the body. This filler, which contains micro particles that smooth the skin, is gradually applied. Even with 3 applications, it has a permanent effect for 3 years. Do Fillers Have Side Effects? There is not much known damage or side effect of filling processes. However, it can sometimes have small effects on people. On the same day that the filling is made, people can return to their normal lives. It is normal that a slight edema or mild redness occurs immediately after filling. This situation, which does not pose any danger, may vary from person to person. While some may have temporary bruising, some may not have any of these problems. This process, which takes only 15-20 minutes, ensures that the person has a completely young and vibrant appearance in a maximum of 2-3 weeks. In this way, people can extend their appearance up to 1.5 years or even up to 4 years depending on the type of filling made.