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BELLAFILL®

Bellafill® dermal filler in Reston, Virginia; Washington, DC; and Maryland. We are a board-certified cosmetic laser surgery and wellness center.

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WHAT IS BELLAFILL®?

Bellafill® (formerly known as Artefill) is a dermal filler that provides long-lasting wrinkle correction. The body absorbs other fillers and requires frequent repeat injections to maintain the results. Bellafill®’s unique microsphere is not absorbed by the body and provides the support your skin needs for normal, long-lasting results.

BELLAFILL® | BEFORE & AFTERS

Bellafill® is a filler approved to treat moderate to severe acne scarring and the only one shown to last around 5 years. With Bellafill®, men and women can attain a more youthful glow without the expense and downtime of surgery.

It replaces lost volume in the skin below the wrinkle for results that are immediate and lasting. In consumer surveys, Bellafill® scored extremely high for patient satisfaction. Also, in 2013, there were more than 2.2 million injectable filler procedures, which makes it the second most popular nonsurgical cosmetic procedure, and the fastest growing.

If you want to look younger without the periodic maintenance of other dermal fillers and injectables, Bellafill® may be right for you. At WellMedica, we offer a variety of dermal fillers that might suit you best.

One of the things that makes Bellafill® unique is that its primary formula contains collagen and microspheres. These active ingredients are different from other fillers, which typically contain hyaluronic acid. That means if you’ve tried any hyaluronic acid fillers and didn’t like your results or longevity, you may be happier with Bellafill®.

The best candidates for Bellafill® are those individuals who have moderate to severe acne scarring and deep wrinkles or lines (such as smile lines around the mouth) that are causing you to look older than you really are. Good candidates for Bellafill®:

  • Are at least 21 years of age.
  • Want a nonsurgical treatment to address facial areas that lack fullness (like sunken cheeks).
  • Want to address facial irregularities, like static wrinkles (such as nasolabial folds), acne scars, or bags under the eyes.
  • Are seeking a long-lasting cosmetic solution.
  • Do not have allergies to bovine collagen.

You must get the correct number of syringes to get optimal, long-lasting results. Bellafill® is not a one-size-fits-all treatment course. Your dosage will depend on the treatment area and your skin’s condition.

  • Hollow cheeks: at least 4 to 6 syringes.
  • Depressed temples and droopy mouth corners: 4 to 5 syringes.
  • Nasolabial folds: at least 2 to 4 syringes.

The cost starts at $1,000 per syringe. This can really vary widely based on the number of syringes used. To ensure that the Bellafill® procedure is affordable, we accept a variety of payment methods including special financing plans.

Before any Bellafill® injection it is recommended to:

  • Avoid the use of aspirin, NSAIDs, ginkgo biloba, garlic supplements, green tea, flax oil, cod liver oil, vitamins A and E, and essential fatty acids for up to 1 week pre- and post-injection as they will increase your risk of bruising.
  • Do not drink alcoholic beverages 24 hours before (or after) your treatment to avoid extra bruising. You may take Arnica tablets 2 - 3 days prior to your injection to reduce the risk of bruising.
  • Do not apply products that are potentially irritating for 2 - 3 days before and after treatment (examples- tretinoin/retin-A, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and hydroquinone).
  • Inform Dr. Dima if you have a history of cold sores to receive advice on antiviral therapy prior to treatment.
  • Inform Dr. Dima and staff if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are allergic to any of its ingredients.

Immediately after the treatment, you can expect slight redness, swelling, tenderness, an itching sensation, and bruising in the treated area. This is a normal result of the injection. The discomfort is temporary and generally disappears in a few days.

Yes! Bellafill® has been FDA-approved since 2006, requiring a skin test to identify patients who may be allergic to the lidocaine or collagen in Bellafill®. Bellafill® had the largest and longest dermal filler study ever conducted and was actually proven safe through 5 years for the correction of nasolabial folds or smile lines and moderate to severe acne scarring.

After my Bellafill treatment, I instantly felt more confident and more beautiful. I didn’t even put make up on. I didn’t have to think about covering myself up, but just being myself.