The Truth About Dermal Fillers: Why IA-h Doesn’t Offer Them
Dermal fillers are a popular aesthetic treatment, with promises of immediate facial rejuvenation and volume restoration. At IA-h, however, we’ve chosen not to offer them—and here’s why.
What you will learn:
- How Fillers work and what we know about them
- Why Integrative Aesthetics uses natural alternatives
The Allure of Instant Results
Fillers, often Hyaluronic Acid (HA) based, are effective for quick results in areas like lip volume or facial contouring. Many injectors tell you the effects last 9-24 months. However, long-term safety isn’t guaranteed. Despite being widely used for about 15 years, the long-term effects of filler use are only now becoming evident in patients who’ve used it over many years.
What You’re Not Being Told HA is naturally found in our skin, joints, and even eyeballs, giving hydration and plumpness. But the HA in fillers isn’t the same. Manufacturers cross-link the molecules, modifying the HA to prevent quick breakdown, allowing it to last longer in the body. While this provides longer-lasting effects, it can also lead to tissue expansion. Expanded skin doesn’t return to its original state, much like skin stretched from weight gain. Over time, this can result in sagging and weakened skin.
The Long-Term Consequences Recent studies are revealing that fillers don’t fully dissolve. MRI scans show they can settle in unintended areas, often creating puffiness, especially under the eyes. Additionally, plastic surgeons are noticing muscle texture degradation in patients with long-term filler use. Our facial muscles play a critical role in maintaining our appearance as we age, so this is a significant concern.
The IA-h Approach: Keep It Natural At IA-h, we’re committed to enhancing skin health from the inside out. Instead of fillers, we focus on science-backed alternatives like Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) and mesenchymal stem cells. These treatments use your body’s own regenerative powers to boost collagen production and skin fullness—without the risks associated with long-term filler use.
