Collagen Dermal Filler

Serving Vancouver and the Portland, Oregon area

As we age, our skin naturally begins to sag. You may notice crow's feet, laugh lines, or other facial wrinkles. These can be the result of the sun, gravity, smoke, or just the natural effects of time. Just because this is natural doesn't mean you have to live with it. Thanks to collagen dermal fillers, you no longer have to look your age.

Collagen is a protein that occurs naturally in the body. Collagen supports our skin, joints, bones, and ligaments. Collagen dermal fillers refer to a method of applying injectable collagen to fill wrinkles, lines, and scars. The majority of these procedures are used on the face, while others treat the neck, back, and chest.

Collagen dermal filler is injected with a fine needle. This needle is inserted at several points around the area to be filled. Immediately following your treatment, you may think that Dr. Workman overfilled the area. He does this on purpose, however, because your body will naturally absorb some amounts of collagen. After several days, the swelling and redness will go down and the true effects of your collagen dermal filler will be noticeable.

The duration of the results will vary. This can depend on your age, your lifestyle, the amount of collagen you received, or many other factors. During your consultation, Dr. Workman will be able to give you a better idea of how long your results may last.

If you are interested in learning more about collagen dermal fillers, or to schedule a free consultation, contact us today. Dr. Workman is happy to meet with you, explain the procedure, and answer any questions you might have.