Mental health risks are a major concern when it comes to fillers. Fortunately, temporary fillers are not carcinogenic or anything like that in the long term. However, there are still risks associated with the procedure. For instance, fillers purchased online may contain a variety of non-sterile substances, such as hair gel, which can cause allergic reactions, infections, and the death of skin cells when injected.
Additionally, an improper injection technique can lead to swelling and lumping, as well as more serious side effects like death of skin cells and embolism leading to blindness. The FDA has issued an official warning urging consumers never to buy dermal fillers on the Internet as they can be false, contaminated or harmful. One of the main misunderstandings regarding fillers is that they are toxic. In reality, most of today's fillers are made from hyaluronic acid, a substance found throughout our body in places like the eyes, joints, cartilage and skin.
Hyaluronic acid is a type of sugar molecule that forms long molecular chains and can bind large amounts of water. This helps keep our tissues flexible and soft and provides cushioning in the joints. When considering getting a filler procedure, it's important to be aware of the risks associated with it. Physicians should also fully inform patients about these risks and know the signs and symptoms of accidental injection of facial filler into blood vessels, as well as have a plan to treat patients if this occurs.
The researchers also analyzed data from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons on the total projected number of filler injections performed during that time, and analyzed court and litigation records related to fillers in the Westlaw Next database. Injecting dermal fillers into the face and hands can improve the appearance of facial lines and volume loss caused by age or certain medical conditions. To prevent the body from breaking down the filler in a matter of hours or days, the hyaluronic acid in fillers is “cross-linked” by a specific technology. The FDA has told manufacturers of facial fillers to update their labeling to include additional warnings about the risk of accidental injection into blood vessels.
This filler is different from other fillers because its results are gradual; volumizing occurs over several months, as it stimulates the body to produce collagen. At first, the hyaluronic acid used in the fillers was of animal origin, from the crests of roosters (before that, many fillers contained bovine collagen). Injecting facial fillers into blood vessels can cause blockages that restrict blood supply to tissues. Dermal filler procedures can be costly, which has led some consumers to turn to the online black market to buy DIY fillers. To ensure safety when considering getting a filler procedure, it's important to be aware of all potential risks associated with it and follow FDA's advice for using dermal fillers safely.
Additionally, it's important to understand the difference between dermal fillers and botulinum toxin injectable products.
