Dr. Clevens | Pros and cons of Bellafill.

Bellafill is a newer filler on the market, so many patients wonder what the pros and cons are of Bellafill. The key pro to Bellafill is that it lasts 5 years, so as compared with Juvederm, Restylane, and many of the other fillers in the market that lasts only about 6 months to a year, Bellafill gives you a long lasting result of about 5 years. So that’s really the key advantage to Bellafill. It lasts 5 years and you don’t need to come into the doctor’s office every 6 months or a year to have additional fillers performed. Instead, you have a result that lasts about 5 years.
The main disadvantage to Bellafill is twofold. One, we can’t use Bellafill in the lips. So if you’re looking for fuller lips or you are currently being treated in the lips with Restylane or Juvederm or one of the hyaluronic acid fillers, you are not a candidate for Bellafill, because we can’t use Bellafill in the lips. We can use it around the mouth, but we can’t use it in the lips.
The other relative disadvantage to Bellafill is that there is a collagen component to Bellafill. We have to perform a skin test to make sure you aren’t allergic to the collagen component of the Bellafill. A very small amount of patients will be allergic to collagen; that number is probably under 1%. So the majority of patients are candidate for Bellafill and Bellafill can be used to create a long-lasting result of about 5 years and that’s one of the key advantages, again, to Bellafill.
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[@1134gh]

ive done a little research and the results are permanent and the PMMA never goes away but you will still age on top of it. they only claim 5 yrs because thats how long the study was. bellafill type fillers have been around since the 90s but have been "rebranded". the previous names were artecoll and artefill. they just made minor changes to the size/ shape of the PMMA microspheres

[@drclevens]

Thank you for your remarks, 1134gh! You are correct in some of your remarks. Bellafill type (PMMA) fillers have indeed been around for many years. However, Bellafill is not simply a rebranded version of an earlier product. Instead the filler has evolved and been re-engineered over time to enhance patient safety and improve outcomes. Bellafill is not proper for use in all patients and not appropriate for all facial locations . Our practice has experienced a high degree of success and excellent patient satisfaction. If you’re interested in learning more about Bellafill, please visit us online at www.DrClevens.com or call our office at 321.727.3223. We offer complimentary consultations for anyone interested in finding out if Bellafill can help achieve their cosmetic goals. Have a beautiful day!

[@1134gh]

@@drclevens I would also like to add that I have been getting bellafill injections in my face over the last 2 years and I absolutely love the results.

[@drclevens]

@@1134gh That's fantastic to hear! And it's a sentiment that's shared by our many happy patients who love their Bellafill results, too.

[@virgo1860]

Is it safe to use in the penis ?

[@shushuwu]

I had a cpl of rounds of Artfill about 10 years ago. Oh I loved my results the finished product was exactly what I wanted. The product took around five maybe a little more than five years to completely dissipate. And yes you do continue to age, that will never change but my aging did not give me any kind of strange effects combined with the Artefill. It’s just like the magic powder wore off and I was five years older. Because of my busy life I have not been able to replumb but I am working on that as I would gladly and happily move on to the newer product!

[@sunnyisland6709]

What are the side effects? Why not a lot of doctors using it?

[@drclevens]

Thank you for your question, Sunny Island! Bellafill injections are considered low-risk for patients, and all patients are allergy-tested prior to treatment as an additional safety measure. However, patients may experience rare side effects, including bruising, swelling, tenderness, and redness. There is no downtime, and patients can resume normal activities immediately after treatment. Bellafill injections require an experienced facial plastic surgeon as the results cannot be dissolved, unlike hyaluronic acid-based fillers. Therefore, primarily expert injectors offer this long-lasting treatment.

[@gailnightowl0423]

Isn't there a chance for hard lumps and then you would have to have them surgically removed? There aren't many dr's who use this filler now.

[@drclevens]

Miranda - Thank you for your interesting comment. It is true that all fillers have risks including lumpiness or irregularities as well as bruising and swelling. Some of this, though, may be due to the experience of the injector or where the filler was placed, rather than to the nature of the filler itself. In my extensive experience with the use of Bellafill (and other fillers), I have not encountered instances of lumps with Bellafill and certainly not any occasion that has required surgical treatment. Our experience with Bellafill has been positive and our many patients over the years have been very pleased. In my mind, the ideal Bellafill patient is the one who has had fillers before such as Juvederm, Restylane or Radiesse and now desires a long term (5 year) result. Thank you again for your concern. You are welcome to contact our office if you have additional questions.

[@rbeygarcia]

What about the ratio of bellafill collagen dissipation (1 month) to our own body’s collagen response (3-6 months)? If it’s patient’s first time and immediate results are needed for longer than a month, what filler should we use superficially in the meantime, so we’re not back to a horrible shadow-casting acne scar?

[@drclevens]

Thank you for your question, Plutorama. The best way for a patient to learn more about how to achieve this goal is to schedule a consultation with an experienced provider. The consultation gives a knowledgeable injector the opportunity to examine the patient and discuss his or her unique needs, then develop a customized treatment plan.

[@oreldean]

How can I make an appointment for consultation? I’m interested in bellafill for my hips.

[@drclevens]

Hi Orel, thank you for your interest! You can schedule a consultation by calling our office at 321.727.3223 or by filling out the appointment request form here on our website: www.drclevens.com/schedule-consultation. We look forward to seeing you!

[@lolamanny1011]

Where are you located?

[@drclevens]

Hello Lola! We are located in Brevard County at two convenient locations in Melbourne, FL and Merritt Island, FL.

[@whatsup3581]

Can I do a test at your office

[@drclevens]

To learn more about whether Bellafill might be right for you, please schedule your complimentary consultation with our team by calling 321.727.3223 or visiting www.drclevens.com.

[@seanmarks786]

Does bellafil work in remedying the appearance of acne scars?

[@drclevens]

Thank you for your question, Eric! Yes, Bellafill is the first and only FDA-approved injectable filler to treat moderate to severe acne scars on the cheeks. If you would like to learn more about your options for acne scar treatment, please contact us at 321.727.3223 to schedule a consultation, or visit www.drclevens.com for more information.

[@SofiaSalasSoto]

Please stay away from Bellafill. There are other options for acne scars. Bellafill is semi-permanent. The results last up to 5 years but the small plastic spheres stay in your body for the rest of your life. And really difficult to be removed by surgery.

[@salsa_baby7148]

@@SofiaSalasSoto what??? Really I didn’t know this? Is there another option I recommend that lasts long too?

[@macobats]

Why don't you mention that Bellafill is not an immediate result. It takes time to build. It is much like Sculptra I was told. Is this correct and if so, how long does it take?

[@drclevens]

Hi, Priscilla, thank you for your question. You will see some immediate results from your Bellafill treatement, particularly in your skin’s texture, as the filler stimulates your natural collagen production. Your overall results will continue to improve over the next 3-6 months.

[@suhelmazumdar6963]

Hi sir, my question is what after 5 years of bellafil, after five years the chemical which was injected on the certain place say for scars on the face will that bellafil will be absorbed by the body after 5 years same like other permanent fillers or the bellafil have to be removed by surgery?

[@drclevens]

Hi Suhel, thank you for your question! Like most US FDA-approved fillers, Bellafill is naturally absorbed by your body over time. The filler diminishes over time, generally in about 3-5 years, but in some patients and in some sites, Bellafill will last as long as 7 years. Bellafill does not need to be surgically removed.

[@iamhopeleal1818]

@@drclevens is there a signs that the bellafill is wearing off? I got mine almost 4 years now. And I have a little bumps on my chin. Looks like a pimple underneath the skin. And it’s kinda red. Is this what they called “granuloma”???

[@gilrodriguezsoto4046]

I have acne scars and im interested in taking bellafill so after the 5 years i have to come back for another bellafill treatment??

[@drclevens]

Thank you for your question! The FDA study on the effectiveness of Bellafill as a dermal filler measured patient satisfaction with their result five years after the initial treatment. Bellafill does provide an immediate improvement that patients will see when the procedure is performed, and 90% of patients whose acne scars were treated with Bellafill were still satisfied with their result one year after treatment. Regarding when you would need another treatment, it really depends upon how you as an individual respond to the Bellafill. In our experience, many patients are pleased for up to 5-7 years with their Bellafill and the FDA studies showed that patients continue to enjoy their outcomes much longer than studies indicate. For more information, I recommend scheduling a consultation to find out if Bellafill is right for you.

[@BYCloe-u]

Did you even watched the video?

[@churchfest77]

Can you use Bellafill on forehead wrinkles?

[@drclevens]

Great question, Deadly_Void 1796! Bellafill may be an option if you are looking to correct deep horizontal lines in the forehead. Typically we would use a relaxer to correct forehead wrinkles, such as Botox, Dysport, or Xeomin. The best way to determine whether or not Bellafill is right for you is to schedule a complimentary consultation with one of our master injectors. You can do this by calling our office at 321.727.3223 or visiting us online at www.drclevens.com. Thank you!

[@SS-hd5jx]

hi doctor, i have a big scarred patch on my skin from dermastamping i did on my own which didnt go well. the patch is not noticeable until i smile which then creates a 1.5inch line through my cheek. will bellafil be appropriate for that and also, is there a treatment such as subcision+bellafil? im not sure if these are combined or if the injections are just given

[@drclevens]

Thank you for your question! The best way to know if Bellafil is a good fit for you is to have either an in-person or virtual consultation.To schedule an appointment, you can call our office at 321.727.3223 or click the following link to fill out an appointment request form on our website: www.drclevens.com/schedule-consultation.

[@SS-hd5jx]

@@drclevens thank you, i will do that. is the virtual consultation complimentary ?

[@drclevens]

@@SS-hd5jx Yes, it is. Looking forward to speaking with you!

[@SS-hd5jx]

@@drclevens thank you. so is there an email where i can forward my photos?

[@drclevens]

@@SS-hd5jx You can send your photos to [e-mail]. :)

[@alondraacosta-mora6504]

Can you use Bellafill for the butt? I have seen people using it for non surgical BUTT-LIFT. Please reply.

[@otaviomoraes9941]

Yeah, it is done here in Brazil.

[@drclevens]

We offer our nonsurgical Beach Booty Lift for a smooth, lifted contour. If a patient wants more volume, we prefer to use Sculptra. Learn more: www.drclevens.com/medspa/body-treatments/beach-booty-lift/