What it is
Dermal fillers are injectable gels, most often hyaluronic acid (HA), used to restore lost volume, soften lines and shape areas such as the cheeks, lips and jawline. Skilled injectors use them to support the face's structure as it changes with age, not only to fill individual lines.
HA fillers like Juvederm, Restylane and the RHA Collection give immediate results and can be dissolved if needed. Biostimulatory fillers like Sculptra and Radiesse prompt your skin to build collagen over a few months, and the results last longer.
What happens at a visit
- A consultation on your goals, facial anatomy and volume loss.
- Topical numbing or a dental block, depending on the area.
- Injections by needle or cannula, usually 15 to 45 minutes.
- Mild swelling and possible bruising for 3 to 7 days.
- HA results show right away; biostimulators build over 2 to 3 months.
- HA fillers last 6 to 18 months depending on the product and area; Sculptra can last 2 years or more.
Who it is for
- Volume loss in the cheeks, temples or under the eyes
- Lip shape and definition
- Jawline and chin contouring without surgery
- Smile lines and marionette lines
- Volume loss in the hands
- Anyone who wants a refreshed look without surgery
Evidence and safety
Fillers are FDA-approved for several uses and well studied. They are very safe with a trained medical injector. Common side effects are bruising and swelling. A rare but serious risk is a blocked blood vessel, which experienced injectors work to avoid and know how to treat. HA fillers can be dissolved if needed.
How Gabriel helps
Finds
The right practitioner near youQualified practices close to you, with the exact service checked before anything is booked.
Books
The visit, start to finishOn the practice's booking page, by phone or by email. Gabriel texts you the time.
Pays
From your budget on Gabriel CareEligible care is paid up to 100% at Gabriel Network practices and up to 50% elsewhere, on Emerald, Sapphire and Onyx.
Common questions
How much does Dermal Fillers cost?
Typically $500 to $1,200 per syringe, depending on the practice and the city.
Does Gabriel Care cover Dermal Fillers?
Eligible care in a covered category is paid from your monthly budget on Emerald, Sapphire and Onyx: up to 100% at Gabriel Network practices and up to 50% elsewhere. Ask Gabriel and it checks before you book.
Can Gabriel book a visit for me?
Yes, with a free account. Tell Gabriel where you are and when you are free. Gabriel finds a qualified practitioner, books the visit and texts you the time. If a practice cannot be booked automatically, your care team takes it from there.
This page is general information, not medical advice. A licensed practitioner decides what care is right for you. Gabriel membership is not health insurance.