The FDA has approved another dermal filler to be used in the US market. Evolence is a collagen-based injectable meant to correct moderate to deep wrinkles and folds. According to Evolence, because it is a natural collagen filler, your skin will look and feel more natural. Evolence is also said to last up to 6 months. With the release of this news, I decided to go to leading Dermatologist, Dr. Jeffery Benabio to get some insight as to how Evolence compares to other dermal fillers currently on the market.
How the the other non-collagen dermal fillers stack up:
* Radiesse - 8 to 12 months
* Restylane - 5 to 7 months
* Perlane - 6 to 8 months
* Juvederm - 6 to 8 months, except under the eyes where it lasts for 1.5 years
* Juvederm ultra plus - 7 to 9 months * Sculptra - 2 years
* Artefill - probably permanent
According to Dr. Benabio, the point is that Evolence is made of collagen. Most collagen fillers only last about 3-4 months. Other fillers that last 6 months or longer are made non-collagen substances such as hylauronic acid. It's unknown whether one type of dermal filler is "better for you" than the other and from comparing before and after images from the various sites, each woman seems to have a natural appearance. As with any injectable, I'm sure there will always be those women who overdo it and get that "plastic" look.
"I am honestly not sure that the fact Evolence is made of collagen and lasts for 6 months makes any difference except for a nice marketing sound bite," said Dr. Benabio. "An advantage over other collagen fillers is that it claims to last longer and does not require skin testing before its use. Unlike permanent fillers, it has the 'advantage' of dissolving over time, which is good in some instances when the patient does not like the way it looks. With permanent fillers, there is little if anything that can be done afterward."
I'd love to hear your thoughts on it. If you've received dermal filler injections before, please share your experience about the results.
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