Fillers Are A Way to Correct "Runner's Face"
Question: 2011 was a great year for me. I lost 50 pounds and completed my first marathon. I am in the best shape of my life except for one thing: my face looks so gaunt and tired all the time. I want my face to look as great as the rest of me. What do you advise?
Answer: Running has the ability to favorably transform the body—who among us doesn’t yearn to lose a few pounds?—but sometimes, there’s an unwanted change that occurs along the cheeks, temple, and the space between the edge of the nose and the lips. Some folks call it "Runner's Face".
Loss of volume around the eyes, mouth and hollows leave the face looking gaunt and tired – even when we’ve had a full night’s rest. There are several non-surgical, anti-aging treatments that restore facial volume. One option is injectable fillers. Fillers such as Juvéderm®, Restylane®, and Radiesse® have been used for many years with proven, consistent results.
Fillers are a quick, non-surgical option to give cheeks a fuller, more youthful appearance as well as reduce hollowness around the eyes. Fillers can also raise depressed scars, define and plump lips, and reduce lines around the lips.
A variety of injectable fillers are available:
- Juvéderm® is made of hyaluronic acid - a naturally occurring sugar found in all mammals. It hydrates skin, smoothes out wrinkles, and restores volume. You get smooth, natural-looking results that last up to a year.
- Restylane® is made from hyaluronic acid of non-animal origin. It reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles by adding volume to the skin. Results can be seen instantly and last six to twelve months. Downtime is minimal.
- Radiesse® is made of calcium hydroxylapatite. Its unique formulation stimulates the production of new collagen – an essential component to youthful, healthy skin. The result is natural-looking wrinkle correction that lasts six to twelve months.
Which filler is right for you? A qualified facial plastic surgeon will help you choose the filler that will give you the best results. Contact Dr. Karsan at 214-646-8777 to learn how non-surgical, injectable fillers can make your face look as youthful and vibrant as your body.
