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Some people are blessed with smooth skin, full cheeks, and plump lips, while others have to get help from the dermatologists to achieve the looks they have always dreamed of. Dermal fillers, also known as soft tissue fillers are incredibly famous these days to create a smoother and fuller appearance in the face. Dermal fillers are approved by the Food and Drug Administration and are widely used to smooth wrinkles, skin folds, smile lines or marionette lines. Dermal fillers are perfectly safe, provided you find a reputable doctor and do your homework effectively.   If you are curious to know how fillers in Santa Monica can help you get a youthful appearance, here are some important details about dermal fillers. Dermal Fillers are made from hyaluronic acid Many people confuse dermal fillers with Botox. Dermal fillers are different from Botox because Botox injections freeze muscles to reduce wrinkles, on the other hand, dermal fillers smooth out the skin fill filling t...

Belotero is a hyaluronic acid filler than helps to smooth stubborn etched-in smile lines, vertical lip lines above and around the lips, and darkness and hollowing under the eyes. It can also be used to reduce scarring. Below are some frequent questions that patients often ask about Belotero:   Is Belotero the Same as Botox? No, it is not.  Belotero acts much differently than Botox. For starters, Botox is a neurotoxin and Belotero is a filler. Belotero fills in areas of the skin and reduces the depth of lines, wrinkles and folds. With Belotero, the skin retains its flexibility with a natural appearance, feel, and mobility. How does Belotero Differ from Other Fillers? Belotero is designed to assimilate into the facial tissue. The process by which Belotero is created renders a soft gel with a cohesive consistency. Once Belotero is injected into the skin, it fills the treatment area and produces a nicely uniform smoothing effect.  How Quickly Can I Expect Results w...