Artefill® is a microsphere-enhanced collagen filler for the correction of nasolabial folds, or the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth.

If you've used temporary dermal fillers in the past, such as hyaluronic acid fillers, then you know they are eventually absorbed by your body and require frequent repeat injections to maintain the results you've come to love.

Artefill® is different. The unique microspheres contained within Artefill® are not absorbed by the body, providing the support structure your skin needs for smooth, natural results. If you are looking for a long-lasting filler, then Artefill® may be right for you. 

This safe, in-office procedure takes a just a few minutes to administer. You may receive an anesthetic to lessen the discomfort from the procedure. The results are immediate and will improve over time.

Yes. Artefill® has proven to be a safe and effective dermal filler for the correction of wrinkles and was approved by the U.S. FDA in October 2006. Since its release in 2007, thousands of patients have been safely treated with Artefill®.

Temporary dermal fillers such as hyaluronic acid fillers are made of different kinds of natural or synthetic materials that are completely absorbed by the body over time and as a result, wrinkle correction usually lasts for a limited period of time. The microsphere enhanced collagen in Artefill® remains intact at the treatment site and provides structural support to keep your wrinkles from returning.

Artefill® should not be used in those who:

• have a positive reaction to the Artefill® skin test
• have a history of severe allergies and hypersensitivity (anaphylaxis)
• are allergic to the anesthetic (lidocaine) in Artefill®
• have a history of allergies to any collagen products
  

Yes. If you have any skin outbreaks (e.g. cysts, pimples, rashes, hives, infection) near the injection site, you should postpone treatment until they clear. If you are taking aspirin or anti-inflammatory drugs or have any medical condition that affects your blood, you may experience increased bruising or bleeding at the injection sites.

As with any injectable wrinkle filler, you can expect mild swelling and reddening at the treatment site. These side effects are usually gone within 24 hours. Occasionally, there is mild bruising that typically disappears in three to seven days. Less common side effects include rash and itching more than 48 hours after treatment, persistent swelling or redness, and increased sensitivity at some or all injection sites.

You will see results immediately.

Most people get the results they want with one or two treatments, depending on the depth of their wrinkles and folds. At a follow-up appointment in four to six weeks, you can decide if you would like to further enhance your results.

The skin test is a safety precaution to ensure that you are not allergic to the collagen or anesthetic in Artefill®.

Yes, an Artefill® skin test is required prior to treatment to make sure that you are not allergic to the collagen in Artefill®.

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