Dr. Sparano uses only FDA-cleared injectable soft tissue fillers to restore facial volume and fill out wrinkles, facial depressions, or facial asymmetries for a refreshed and healthy appearance. The type of injectable used and technique selected is customized for each patient. Dr. Sparano performs all injections himself. Soft tissue facial fillers offer a powerful and impressive method of delivering beautiful results without the downtime associated with surgery.
Juvederm Voluma™ XC is an injectable gel FDA-approved for use as a volumizing agent for the cheek area. It is most helpful to yield the appearance of a subtle lift to the lateral cheek region, which tends to appear “deflated” as we age. Juvederm Voluma™ XC is often an appealing option for use in this anatomic region because it is long-acting (clinically studied to last up to 2 years). Addiitonally, it is a hyaluronic acid (HA) filler. Hyaluronic acids are naturally occurring substances found in the skin. Hyaluronic acids become diminished as part of the aging process, thereby leaving the skin without the same structure and volume. Hyaluronic acid fillers are often preferred by surgeons, because of the capacity to reverse their effects if displeasing with use of certain digesting enzymes.
Injections are performed in Dr. Sparano's procedure room and typically take 15-45 minutes. Side effects are usually minimal and may consist of temporary swelling or bruising.