Dermal Fillers in Knoxville, TN

There are different types of dermal fillers available, each of which targets a different concern. Dr. Kleto uses the Juvederm family of HA fillers, which are made of a hyaluronic acid gel. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps with moisture and elasticity.

Dr. Kleto performs all dermal filler injections himself, rather than entrusting treatment to his staff like many other plastic surgery offices do. His aim is to provide the best possible service and results to all of his patients, both surgical and non-surgical.

Facial fillers are great for treating a variety of concerns, including:

• Thin lips
• Sunken temples
• Nasolabial folds
• Lip lines
• Under eye circles
• Marionette lines
• Cheekbones

In addition, dermal fillers can also help to shape the chin or the nose. If you’d like a more prominent chin, or if you want to fill in a chin dimple, dermal fillers may be able to help. They can also be used for a “non-surgical nose job,” if you want to reshape the tip or bridge of your nose in a subtle manner.

There are many different types of facial fillers, ranging from softer to firmer. Softer, more malleable fillers are better for delicate areas like under eye circles and lips, while firmer fillers are better for things like creating dramatic cheekbones or smoothing nasolabial folds. Dr. Kleto will listen to your concerns and help you find the best injectable filler for your needs.

Dermal fillers are one of several ways in which patients can fight the unwanted signs of aging. Fine lines, wrinkles, folds, and even volume loss can impact one's appearance and make them appear older than they are or feel. This is where Dr. Dean Kleto of Knoxville and Sevierville, TN, can help. He is a board-certified plastic surgeon in the community who provides nonsurgical options for patients seeking anti-aging treatment. One popular option is that of dermal fillers.

Dermal fillers are injectable treatments that add volume to the skin. This helps smooth out wrinkles, folds, and fine lines. It can also help to plump up areas of the face that have lost volume due to aging. These products are formulated using hyaluronic acid in a gel carrier to provide noticeable and dramatic results that can last several months. Hyaluronic acid is a substance that is naturally occurring in the body and can add volume right where it is needed for extended periods of time.

There are several advantages that dermal fillers provide for our patients. Dermal fillers:

• can target specific areas of the face
• provide immediate results that can last for several months
• require no downtime for recovery
• are nonsurgical and minimally invasive
• have few to no side effects

• Lips and lip lines
• Under the eyes
• Sunken temples
• Marionette lines
• Nasolabial folds
• Cheekbones
• Nasal contouring
• Chin contouring

Dr. Dean Kleto will evaluate you to determine which type of Juvederm® filler is best suited for your unique needs. This examination includes a talk about one's medical history to decide if you are a good fit for this treatment or other more invasive ones. If you have used dermal fillers in the past, or have had other cosmetic injectables such as Botox® performed recently, please disclose this information so our provider can decide if you are a good fit for Juvederm® injections.

The results from hyaluronic acid fillers from the Juvederm® family will appear immediately. However, some patients might notice some redness, swelling, and bruising at the injection site for a short time that resolves on its own.

The results are not permanent, though they can last for several months. To maintain the changes long-term, patients will need to make an appointment a few months after the initial injections to obtain more filler. Upkeep is required to maintain one's appearance and slow the aging process with dermal fillers alone. There will be a point, however, when dermal fillers cannot address severe fine lines and wrinkles, and surgical options will need to be considered to achieve the desired results.

Juvederm® fillers often present no side effects, but in some patients, itching, redness, swelling, and even bruising can occur from the injections. Dr. Dean Kleto will discuss the risks associated with these injections to understand better what to expect.