Belotero Balance®

Belotero Balance^® is made to address wrinkles and lines that have etched into the skin, focusing on the lower face. The filler is mainly used to treat nasolabial folds that appear as vertical lines alongside the nose and mouth, as well as vertical lip lines both above and below the mouth, downturned lines at the mouth’s corners, and horizontal chin wrinkles.

These various creases develop as collagen and hyaluronic acid production tapers off over time. The slowing production of naturally beneficial molecules leads to skin that is drier, thinner, and more prone to showing depressions and lines. Belotero Balance^® is designed to correct facial lines that are moderate to severe.

Treating wrinkles caused by volume loss really can be as simple as introducing new volume into the area. Hyaluronic acid is an especially effective option, since the molecule already occurs in the skin naturally and it holds onto many times more than its own weight in water. That quality gives it a remarkable ability to provide moisture and hydration, giving the skin a plump and smooth look.

The hyaluronic acid molecules in Belotero Balance^® are manufactured with flexibility in mind. The filler flows into the hollow areas that cause wrinkles, where it integrates into the skin.

Anyone with facial lines they’d like to address starts their aesthetic journey at The Well Lounge with a personalized consultation. Our experienced providers will assess your skin and determine whether Belotero Balance^® would be the ideal treatment for you.

The injections are known to feel like tiny pinches that are noticed and then over with very quickly. Patients who want to experience as little discomfort as possible can talk about sensation-reducing strategies during their consultation. The overall process is short, and most patients find that they tolerate it just fine—and then are ready to get back to the rest of their day.

The results of Belotero Balance^® injections are visible right away, even as the gel integrates into the skin in the treatment area. Expect some post-treatment swelling that resolves in about a week, as well as bruising, redness, tenderness, and itching. Once any side effects fade, the volumized results should look and feel like a natural part of your face. The smoother appearance can last for six months or longer—with variations depending on where exactly the filler is injected and how active the face is.

Juvederm^® and  Restylane^® also use hyaluronic acid-based gels to add volume to the face, from nasolabial folds to flat and hollow areas in the mid-face. Sculptra^® and Rediesse^® have the same purpose, but work a bit differently: In addition to adding volume where injected, they stimulate the creation of new structure-providing collagen molecules.

To smooth wrinkles related to muscle contractions—as opposed to volume loss—we recommend BOTOX^®, Dysport^®, or Xeomin^®. Known as neuromodulators, these injectables reduce muscle activity to make the face appear younger.