Today, medicine and high technology offer a series of options to improve the image of our face which gradually changes over time. An increasing number of women as well as men are turning to the specialized intervention of the plastic surgeon to eliminate the signs of aging since the solutions offered are many, effective and flexible.

Skin problems.

Our skin gradually loses its elasticity, atrophies and thins, as a consequence of the constant action of solar radiation, gravity, expressions and lifestyle (smoking, diet, etc.). So we gradually arrive at the creation of wrinkles, and photoaging. Many of these problems can be treated with small interventions in the doctor's office, safely, easily obtaining a younger and rested appearance without time spent at home or discomfort.

The key to getting it right is personalization.

Each person is different and needs study and discussion in collaboration with the person concerned, with the aim of the best possible result.

One class of wrinkle treatment interventions are injectable materials that erase each wrinkle individually. They are applied around the mouth, on nasolabial wrinkles, on the middle of the forehead, but also to restore the outline of the lips and face.

Today the most used material with over 2,000,000 applications, in more than 70 countries worldwide, is hyaluronic acid.

Hyaluronic acid is found naturally in the skin, retaining water and providing volume and elasticity. Over time, its production by the body decreases. A simple hyaluronic injection replenishes the lost amount by erasing lines and wrinkles while allowing the face to maintain its natural expression.

Hyaluronic acid products used today are of non-animal origin with no allergic reactions unlike older materials (collagen) and therefore no test is required before application. The biocompatibility of the products allows their excellent tolerance at the points of application, resulting in a healthy and natural-looking skin. The method can be combined with other treatments such as botulinum toxin injections, photorejuvenation, etc. depending on the extent of the problem.

Hyaluronic acid treatment has immediate, long-lasting but not permanent results.The material is gradually absorbed by the body. How long the effect will last depends on age, skin type, lifestyle, muscle activity of the area. An average is 8-10 months, while on the lips repeated treatment is needed after 6-8 months. The process can be repeated as often as the interested party wants or choose a combination of other treatments.

The procedure begins with the application of local anesthetic cream. The substance is then injected with fine needles. Swelling, redness and itching are common reactions that go away quickly. Those interested must avoid exposure to high temperatures (solarium, sunbathing) or extreme cold for 1 to 2 days.

The role of the plastic surgeon.

A very important role is played by the experience of the plastic surgeon, the correct information and the personalization of the treatments. The plastic surgeon can indicate other interventions depending on the problem in order to achieve the best possible result. That is why any such interventions must be carried out in legal clinics by specialized and experienced scientists and not in other places by persons who are not qualified.

Thus, many women and men whose image they see in the mirror does not correspond to how they feel, can acquire a younger appearance. During a lunch break from their work, without resorting to the surgical scalpel, they can achieve excellent results and above all, without any discomfort.