Having weighed your options, maybe you want to try dermal fillers. That’d be a fine choice – treatment would remove your unwanted wrinkles! Still, you should also consider what to ask before getting dermal fillers. It’s always best to know how dental care will go ahead of time. Luckily, your Annapolis dental practice can help you “fill in” the relevant details. Read on to learn four questions you should ask before a dermal filler treatment.
“Are Dermal Fillers Safe?”
Before anything else, you should ask your dentist whether dermal fillers are safe. You’ll better grasp treatment’s effects on your health that way.
Dermal fillers are generally safe, but they do carry certain risks you should know about. Some patients can have temporary reactions like redness, swelling, bruising, itching, and tenderness. Fortunately, such effects are mild and tend to fade after a few days at most. Any other reactions would be much more rare and unlikely to occur.
“How Long Do They Last?”
Next, you’d be wise to ask how long dermal fillers last. Knowing their lifespan will let you see if treatment meets your needs.
The (intended) effects of dermal fillers last long but aren’t permanent. For most patients, a treatment’s lifespan can range from as little as six months to as long as 2 years. The exact timeline will depend on a patient’s age, the area treated, the type of filler used, and similar factors. Of course, a patient’s lifestyle can also influence how long treatment lasts.
“Will They Affect My Teeth?”
You may wonder whether dermal fillers will affect your teeth. That being the case, make sure to ask your dentist about that matter.
Overall, dentists try to ensure dermal fillers have minimal effects on your teeth. Dental work done near an area with a dermal filler can cause an infection. Given that fact, most dentists will suggest you get crucial dental work done before a filler procedure. Doing so will reduce the risk that care affects your teeth later.
“Do They Look Natural?”
Lastly, it’d make sense to ask your dentist if dermal fillers look natural. Most patients wouldn’t want to get a treatment that looks fake.
Thankfully, today’s dermal fillers tend to look natural and lifelike. Dentists ensure that much by placing the proper amount in the right location, leading to a beautiful outcome. Their experience, skills, and knowledge of facial anatomy allow them to use fillers to enhance your features!
Clearly, it pays to know a few things before getting dermal fillers. Remember to ask the questions above prior to an actual treatment!
About the Practice
Goodman Dental Care is based in Annapolis, MD. Led by Drs. Gary and Jeremy Goodman, our practice focuses on giving each patient truly top-tier dentistry. That means we offer custom treatments that span preventive, cosmetic, and restorative work, as well as emergency dental care for urgent cases. Our team is even ready and able to provide you with dermal fillers! For more details or to book a visit, please reach us on our website or by phone at (410)-263-1919.