Belotero®

Belotero® is similar to other hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvéderm® and Restylane®. Belotero® is very lightweight, easy to layer, and can be injected into very fine lines without creating lumps or bumps. This filler is most effective when correcting under-eye hollows (referred to as tear troughs). If you are looking to fill wrinkles or add fullness under the eyes, reduce marionette lines, or volumize the cheeks, Belotero® may be right for you.

Procedure

The primary active ingredient in Belotero® is hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid, commonly known as HA, is a sugar that’s found naturally in your skin. As you age, your body produces less HA, which causes the skin to lose its volume and structure. Injections of hyaluronic acid can encourage the production of collagen, which helps to further firm and plump your skin and reduce wrinkles over time. Belotero® is an ideal dermal filler for thinner facial areas. It’s just the right consistency for those who want to fill under eye hollows and tear troughs. It can also be used in conjunction with a neurotoxin to smooth deep glabellar lines (the “11” lines).

Belotero® treatments can be completed in-office. First is the consultation with one of our board-certified dermatologists, followed by your procedure. During your treatment, a topical anesthetic may be applied to ease any discomfort. Belotero®, a gel-like substance, is then injected into the target area using an ultra-fine needle. The injection time is about twenty to thirty minutes. Outside of a little stinging, the procedure is not painful.*

Benefits

Safety

Belotero® is FDA-approved and safe for use. Belotero® is effective for all skin types and ethnicities, but should not be used by people under the age of 18, as well as women who are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Patients should not get Belotero® if they have a history of severe allergies or a history on anaphylaxis. If you’ve had any sort of allergic reaction to dermal fillers in the past, this is something you should speak with your doctor about before receiving Belotero®.

Belotero® should only be administered by dermatologists or qualified injectors. Our certified providers can advise you as to whether Belotero® is best suited to your needs.

Results

The beauty of fillers is that the results are immediate and you can begin to see improvements as soon as your Belotero® injection is complete. You should see full results within a week or 2 of your Belotero® injections, as the product settles fully into your skin and the final results are beautifully apparent.* Belotero® lasts a bit longer than other lightweight hyaluronic acid fillers. Belotero® can last up to a year, depending on how fast the metabolism in your body breaks down the hyaluronic acid.*

To enhance the lasting power of the Belotero® treatment, patients should follow the aftercare instructions provided by their dermatologist. After receiving Belotero® injections, patients should avoid strenuous activity, prolonged sun or heat exposure, alcoholic beverages, and aspirin/non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications.

Recovery

Belotero® is a non-invasive anti-aging treatment that allows patients to achieve rejuvenating facial results. Patients are not required to take any downtime following their treatment. Most patients return to their daily activities almost immediately after receiving their Belotero® injections.

Following Belotero®, patients may experience mild symptoms such as swelling, bruising, or redness surrounding their injection sites. This is normal and should subside within a few days of treatment.

Contact

The doctors and staff at Dermatology, Laser & Surgery of Carnegie Hill would be happy to discuss medical dermatology treatments in more detail. Please give us a call at (646) 661-6131 or request an appointment online for a personal consultation at our New York offices.