Are Dermal Fillers Painful?

Dermal fillers are injected after using a topical numbing cream, so the treatment should be pain-free. Some fillers include anesthetics as well. Patients might feel slightly tender post-treatment, but they can expect a resolution within a day or two.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Most patients will need a single appointment for their dermal filler. Since this treatment is not permanent, patients are recommended to schedule maintenance appointments every six months.

How Long Until I See Results?

Most patients should be able to notice a difference immediately after their treatment. However, they will enjoy their full results once the swelling subsides and the filler sets into its resting position after two weeks.

Can I Combine Dermal Fillers With Other Procedures?

Yes, you can! Patients who have received dermal fillers in New York City have considered combining them with other facial rejuvenation treatments such as BOTOX®. Patients are recommended to share their combined procedure goals with their provider at the initial consultation so that they can be considered and included during the treatment planning process.

What Are the Risks Associated With Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are low-risk treatments. However, there are still risks associated with them. Some of them are listed below: Acne-like skin eruptions Asymmetry Bleeding from the injection site Bruising Damage to the skin that results in a wound and possible scarring Infection at the injection site Lumps The palpability of the filler under the surface of the skin Skin necrosis (ulceration or loss of skin from disruption of blood flow) Skin rash with itching Skin redness Swelling Under- or over-correction of wrinkles In extremely rare cases, the filler can be accidentally injected into your blood vessels rather than just under your skin, blocking blood flow and producing varying results. If you experience any long-lasting or unexpected reactions, please contact our office right away.

Dermal Fillers

New York, NY

Introduction to Dermal Fillers

Injectable fillers, such as Belotero®, Juvederm®, and Voluma®, or even your fat, can be used to improve the appearance of the skin’s texture and contour. Typically made from hyaluronic acid or fat, injectable fillers can help fill out deep facial wrinkles, creases, and furrows, providing a smoother, more youthful-looking appearance. Dr. Copeland and Dr. Copeland-Halperin have also successfully used nanofat or microfat transfer for patients. This new concept in fat grafting allows refinements in facial recontouring. Using very tiny parcels of fat cells taken from your own body and placed into the fine lines of the face, thinning lips, weak cheeks, and chin for a more youthful, natural facial appearance. The practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin offers dermal fillers in New York City, in addition to a spectrum of facial rejuvenation treatments. Please read below if you are interested in dermal fillers.

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What Are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are a treatment that helps sculpt and balance the facial anatomy, one injection at a time. Unlike BOTOX®, dermal fillers can also target volume loss that isn’t a result of muscle activity. Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin offer a variety of dermal fillers, each with its specialty.

Types of Dermal Fillers We Offer:

Belotero®

Belotero®’s uniqueness is in that it spreads evenly upon being injected. The result is a smooth and natural glow that doesn’t give plastic expressions and also feels real and natural upon touch.

Juvederm®

The Juvéderm® collection of fillers is FDA-approved. Its gel-like consistency makes glide under the skin easy and helps create volume.

Voluma ®

Voluma® is the newest hyaluronic acid filler in the Juvederm® family of products. It elevates facial tissue, helping create tightness.

Jeuveau®

Jeuveau®, like BOTOX®, targets muscles that cause frown lines by preventing nerve communication to muscles. The effects can last for up to 4 months while the muscle activity gradually returns.

Radiesse®

Radiesse® is a calcium hydroxyl apatite-based dermal filler that restores volume and stimulates collagen production in the skin. Upon injection, it provides immediate volume correction, lifting, and contouring of the facial features.

Sculptra®

Not just another filler. Sculptra® is a bio-stimulatory filler that stimulates collagen production.

Fat Transfer

Fat transfer is the term for taking body fat from one part of the body, purifying it, and reinjecting it into another part. This new concept in fat grafting allows refinements in facial recontouring. Very tiny parcels of fat cells are taken from your own body and placed into the fine lines of the face, thinning lips, weak cheeks, and chin for a more youthful, natural facial appearance.

What Are the Benefits of Dermal Fillers?

Our patients who have received dermal fillers at the practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin in New York City have shared a variety of benefits, including a boost in their self-esteem and a quick turnaround in results. Some more benefits include:

Boost in skin resilience
Collagen stimulation
Diminished scars
Diminished wrinkles
Long-Lasting Effects
Natural-Looking Enhancement
Non-Surgical and non-invasive
Versatility in various facial areas

Who Are the Best Candidates for Dermal Fillers?

Anyone looking for facial enhancement due to loss of volume may be a good candidate for dermal fillers. At the practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin, ideal candidates will have some of the following characteristics.

Appearance of scars
Fine lines and wrinkles
Low self-esteem due to your appearance
Maintain realistic expectations
Need a collagen boost
No underlying medical conditions
Non-smoker

Your Dermal Filler journey

What’s the First Step?

The first step in getting dermal fillers in New York City is to schedule a consultation at the practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin. During your consultation, your provider will inquire about your medical history and your aesthetic needs. They will assess your facial anatomy and outline the treatment in detail with its associated risks, benefits, and results to help you make the best decision for your needs.

If you both agree to move forward with procedures as your chosen treatment, they will draft a customized treatment plan, which you can then take to the expert team for scour expert team, during any pre-treatment instructions.

What to Expect on the Day of Dermal Fillers Treatment

On the day of your dermal filler treatments in New York City, you will meet with Dr. Copeland or Dr. Copeland-Halperin to review and confirm your treatment plan.

A topical anesthetic will be applied to numb the treatment area and reduce the risk of any potential discomfort. Once the numbness settles in, a series of tiny injections of your chosen dermal filler will be injected into the skin at the target areas.Gentle massage to the treated areas may be used to distribute the dermal filler uniformly.

The process should take twenty to thirty minutes without any recovery downtime, and results will show immediately.

Your guide to post-Dermal Filler care

Dermal Fillers Recovery

Patients have reported minor swelling, bruising, redness, and discomfort in the injection sites, but these usually resolve within a day or two. The severity will depend on factors such as the type of filler used, the size of the area treated, and the patient’s skin sensitivity.

Even though dermal fillers do not require recovery downtime, your provider might advise you to avoid strenuous exercise and exposure to sunlight for a week.

How Much Do Dermal Fillers Cost in New York City, NY?

The cost of dermal fillers in New York City will depend on multiple factors, including the type of filler being used, the size of the target area, and the provider’s fee. The fastest way to arrive at a cost for your dermal fillers is to schedule a consultation at the practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin so that you can receive a treatment plan that can then be priced out for you.

Why Choose Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin?

When considering treatment with dermal fillers, it is important to remember that experience and technique matter! Dermal fillers can be diluted in different ways, and their effectiveness can vary depending on how they are diluted or who injects them. Dr. Copeland and Dr. Copeland-Halperin take a hands-on approach and believe optimal results require a careful eye and expertise. That’s why they personally inject their patients rather than delegating treatments.

The practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin should be your go-to for your treatment of dermal fillers in New York City as in addition to their medical accomplishments, and they are known for their empathy and kindness towards their patients as they deliver their expertise in sculpting your aesthetics. Dr. Michelle Copeland is the first woman plastic surgeon with a Harvard doctorate in Medicine and Dentistry and is a published author. She is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and an attending surgeon at the Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin joins Dr. Copeland in one of the nation’s few mother-daughter plastic surgery practices. She is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with a wealth of experience, including advanced training in microsurgery at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital with a focus on breast reconstruction. She brings a humanistic dimension to plastic surgery and enjoys helping patients achieve their cosmetic, aesthetic, and reconstructive goals through a combination of surgical and non-surgical techniques.

Dermal Fillers FAQ’S

Yes, you can! Patients who have received dermal fillers in New York City have considered combining them with other facial rejuvenation treatments such as BOTOX®. Patients are recommended to share their combined procedure goals with their provider at the initial consultation so that they can be considered and included during the treatment planning process.
Dermal fillers are low-risk treatments. However, there are still risks associated with them. Some of them are listed below:
- Acne-like skin eruptions
- Asymmetry
- Bleeding from the injection site
- Bruising
- Damage to the skin that results in a wound and possible scarring
- Infection at the injection site
- Lumps
- The palpability of the filler under the surface of the skin
- Skin necrosis (ulceration or loss of skin from disruption of blood flow)
- Skin rash with itching
  Skin redness
  Swelling
  Under- or over-correction of wrinkles
In extremely rare cases, the filler can be accidentally injected into your blood vessels rather than just under your skin, blocking blood flow and producing varying results. If you experience any long-lasting or unexpected reactions, please contact our office right away.

Schedule Your Consultation

If you are looking for a quick and impermanent solution to fine lines, wrinkles, and scars, consider learning more about dermal fillers in New York City. Schedule a consultation at the practice of Dr. Michelle Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin so that we can help you start on your journey toward a younger-looking you.