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What Are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are smooth injectable gels that restore lost facial volume, enhance contours, and soften lines and folds. Fillers work by adding volume beneath the skin, and are most often made of hyaluronic acid (HA), a moisture-binding substance that is already present in the skin. Injectable fillers can plump the lips, contour the cheeks, smooth nasolabial folds (“smile lines”), and rejuvenate under-eye hollows.

Who’s a Good Candidate?

You may be a good candidate for dermal fillers if you:

  • Have mild to moderate wrinkles, folds, or areas of volume loss
  • Want to restore definition in the cheeks, jawline, or lips
  • Prefer a nonsurgical alternative to facial rejuvenation
  • Are in good overall health with realistic expectations

Fillers can be an ideal choice if you want noticeable improvement without the recovery time of surgery.


Benefits of Dermal Fillers

Beyond softening wrinkles and restoring fullness, dermal fillers enhance and balance your natural features. Under Dr. Patt’s expert care, every treatment is designed to look subtle, harmonious, and completely natural:

  • Immediate, visible results that last several months up to a few years (depending on the chosen filler)
  • Little to no downtime—you can return to normal activities the same day
  • Custom-tailored to your anatomy and goals
  • Natural-looking enhancement that restores youthful fullness
  • Can delay or complement surgical procedures like a facelift or blepharoplasty.

With Dr. Patt’s precision and artistic approach, dermal fillers do more than restore a youthful look. They refine and refresh your appearance, so you still look like yourself, only more vibrant and confident.

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Dr. Bradford Patt

As a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon serving Houston for 25+ years, Dr. Bradford Patt combines surgical precision with genuine care to help you look naturally refreshed and confident. Consistently recognized in the Super Doctors® Texas Hall of Fame and as a Texas Monthly Top Doctor, Dr. Patt performs procedures in a QUAD A-accredited facility where your comfort and safety are the top priorities.

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Types of Dermal Fillers

Dr. Patt offers a full range of today’s most trusted fillers, each selected for its safety, longevity, and ability to deliver natural results.

JUVÉDERM® Collection

The JUVÉDERM family of fillers contains hyaluronic acid to smooth lines and restore volume. Dr. Patt uses different formulations to address specific concerns, including:

  • Softening nasolabial folds and smile lines while maintaining natural movement
  • Enhancing lip shape and smoothing fine lines around the mouth
  • Restoring volume and lifting the cheeks and midface

Restylane® Collection

These HA fillers offer versatile options for smoothing wrinkles and adding volume. While both target similar concerns, each formulation features a slightly different gel texture for personalized correction, such as:

  • Enhancing cheek volume and definition
  • Addressing deeper lines, folds, and wrinkles while maintaining natural expressions
  • Smoothing fine lip lines and offering subtle lip enhancement

Sculptra®

Unlike HA fillers, Sculptra features poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) to stimulate your skin’s natural collagen production. This gradual process restores facial structure and volume over time for results that can last up to 2 years or more. Sculptra is especially effective for:

  • Addressing overall facial thinning or hollowing
  • Targeting deep nasolabial folds and marionette lines
  • Diminishing chin wrinkles

During your personalized consultation, Dr. Patt will determine the specific filler, or combination of injectables, to achieve your aesthetic goals safely.

What To Expect During Dermal Filler Treatment

During treatment, a topical numbing agent containing lidocaine is applied to ensure your comfort. Using precise, conservative techniques, Dr. Patt strategically injects filler to enhance your natural contours. Most treatments take 30 to 45 minutes, and results are visible immediately.


What Is Filler Recovery Like?

One reason patients love dermal fillers is that they require no downtime. You may notice mild redness, swelling, or tenderness for a day or two, which resolves quickly. You can plan to return to work or social activities right after treatment.

Results last anywhere from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the product used, the treatment area, and your body’s natural metabolism.

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Can Dermal Fillers Be Combined With Other Treatments?

Dermal fillers pair beautifully with other nonsurgical treatments for comprehensive rejuvenation. Many of our patients combine fillers with:

Dr. Patt frequently recommends dermal fillers as part of a holistic treatment plan to address age-related changes to your facial appearance. This approach combines surgical and nonsurgical treatments for comprehensive rejuvenation.

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How Much Do Dermal Fillers Cost in Houston?

The cost of dermal filler treatments varies depending on the product, the number of syringes used, and your treatment goals. During your consultation, Dr. Patt will provide a detailed treatment plan and price quote. For your convenience, we offer flexible financing options to make facial rejuvenation treatment as accessible as possible.

Financing For Every Budget

Everyone deserves to feel confident and love the way they look! That's why we offer flexible financing plans, such as PatientFi and CareCredit®, designed to make your dream procedure more accessible, regardless of your budget. Our team will walk you through your options and help you find a plan that feels comfortable, so you can focus on what matters most: your dream transformation.

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Dermal Filler FAQs

How long do dermal fillers last?

Most hyaluronic acid fillers last 6 to 18 months, while Sculptra results can last up to 2 years or more as the body naturally rebuilds collagen. Lip fillers generally last 6 to 12 months, depending on the product used, your metabolism, and the amount of filler injected.

What’s a liquid facelift?

A liquid facelift, also called a nonsurgical facelift, combines injectable fillers and neuromodulators, such as BOTOX, to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and subtly lift facial contours. Results are temporary and less dramatic than a surgical facelift.

Will my results look natural?

Yes. Dr. Patt’s conservative, precision-based approach ensures your results enhance your natural beauty without looking overfilled or artificial. You’ll look like a younger, more vibrant version of yourself.

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Explore Dermal Fillers With Dr. Patt

Are you ready to restore youthful volume and achieve smooth, natural contours with dermal fillers like JUVÉDERM, Restylane, and Sculptra in Houston? Trust Dr. Patt, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon renowned for his artistry, precision, and patient-centered care. Request a consultation online or call (281) 640-2426 to get started.

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