For those in Boston seeking facial refinement, cosmetic injectables and dermal fillers offer a fast, in-office path to a refreshed look. Dr. Ioannis P. Glavas uses FDA-approved fillers to provide treatments that are true lunchtime procedures with no downtime. Depending on the filler used, the effect lasts six months to three years, with many patients opting for combination therapies for longer-lasting results.
Which Filler Is Right For You?
JUVÉDERM®
JUVÉDERM is a smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. Your healthcare professional eases JUVÉDERM injectable gel under the skin to instantly restore your skin’s volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your “smile lines” or “parentheses” (nasolabial folds, referring to the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth).
No pretreatment skin test needed.
Restylane And Perlane
Restylane and Perlane are cosmetic dermal fillers that add volume within the skin. They consist of hyaluronic acid. In the human body, natural hyaluronic acid provides volume and fullness to the skin.
After treatment with Restylane or Perlane, the hydrophilic, or “water-loving,” nature of the hyaluronic acid molecules allows them to bind their own weight in water many times as they slowly break down. This process helps maintain volume for about six months. No pretreatment skin test needed.
RADIESSE
RADIESSE wrinkle filler consists of smooth calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a water-based gel carrier. Over time, as your own soft tissue replaces the gel carrier, the newly formed collagen provides the desired long-term effect. These unique advantages make RADIESSE filler treatments ideal for filling moderate to severe wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial or marionette lines.
No pretreatment skin test needed.
Lipotransfer
Lipotransfer is a procedure that uses fat tissue harvested from your own body. After harvesting (collecting) fat cells from an area of unwanted fat, the cells are used as filler to rejuvenate your face or correct depressions and scars of the skin.
Who Is a Candidate For Filler Treatment?
Dr. Glavas uses injectable fillers to rejuvenate, restore, or correct facial contours. Good candidates for dermal filler injections should have mild to moderate aesthetic issues and visible signs of aging. Injectable fillers are an excellent option for women and men who experience premature aging or want to refresh their appearance.
Fillers can address a wide range of concerns.
- To rejuvenate the face:
- The lines around the mouth (smoker’s lines)
- The nasolabial folds (smile lines)
- Marionette lines below the mouth (melolabial folds)
- Deep folds between the eyebrows
- To restore lost volume
- Get fuller lips
- Define the chin and cheekbones
- Treat the tear trough area
- dark circles of the lower lids
- deep-set/hollow eyes
- To correct subtle facial asymmetries:
- Address minor brow ptosis
- Refine subtle nose deformities
- Repair the jawline contour
- Treat lip asymmetry
What Happens During the Procedure
The process for receiving dermal fillers in the office is fast and straightforward. It requires only a short visit to the Glavas Center, making it a genuine lunchtime procedure.
The target areas are cleansed after Dr. Glavas determines the best type of filler for your goals, such as JUVÉDERM or Restylane. The chosen filler is then injected using a fine needle or cannula into the specific layers of the skin or soft tissue. The entire injection process often takes just a few minutes, after which you can continue your daily activities without interruption.
What to Expect After Your Filler Treatment
Injectable fillers are a great alternative to surgical rejuvenation, as they can provide beautiful results with minimal downtime. There may be some swelling and redness around the treated areas of the face, but these issues will subside within a day or so. Some results can be seen instantly, but it will take a few weeks to see the final results of your injectable filler treatment.
For a smooth recovery from your dermal fillers:
- Avoid strenuous exercise for the first 24 hours to reduce swelling.
- Refrain from touching, rubbing, or applying excessive pressure to the treated area for a few days.
- Apply a cool compress gently to the injection site if swelling occurs.
- Discuss any medications or supplements you take with Dr. Glavas, as some may increase the chance of bruising.
The length of your dermal filler results will depend on the type of dermal filler used and several other factors that will vary from patient to patient. If you are satisfied with the results of your treatment and would like to maintain them, additional maintenance treatments can be scheduled as needed.
Before & After Gallery
Proof of our results and patient satisfaction is essential. You can view the fillers gallery to see outcomes from various treatments performed by Dr. Glavas.
Testimonials
“Dr Glavas did an amazing job and I always recommend him!”
Benefits of Cosmetic Injectables and Dermal Fillers
Cosmetic injectables and dermal fillers offer an effective, minimally invasive approach to facial rejuvenation. They provide targeted volumizing and contour correction that addresses aging concerns without the need for an incision or a prolonged recovery.
Key benefits include:
- Fast results – Many patients notice an immediate improvement in volume and wrinkle reduction.
- Minimal downtime – Unlike surgical procedures, there is essentially no downtime, allowing you to return to work or other activities instantly.
- Personalization – With options like HA fillers, CaHA fillers, and Lipotransfer, the treatment can be customized to correct lines, restore facial balance, and augment features like lips or cheekbones (as cheek fillers).
- Combination treatments – Fillers are often used with neuromodulators like BOTOX Cosmetic for a combined approach that yields more natural and longer-lasting results.
Financing Your Procedure
Cosmetic surgery is a good investment in an individual’s well-being. Because of this, we believe financial considerations should not be an obstacle to your procedure. The cost of our injectable filler treatment depends on the type of filler used and the amount required.
Price will be discussed during your consultation. At the office, we accept all payment and financing methods by CareCredit. Please see our financing section.
Why Choose Glavas Center for Your Filler Treatments
For cosmetic injectables in Boston, trust a specialist with dual expertise. Ioannis P. Glavas, MD, is an internationally known, board-certified physician dual-trained as both an oculoplastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon. This specialized background provides unique insight into delicate facial anatomy, ensuring effective, safe results, especially when treating the tear trough and surrounding areas.
The Glavas Center is focused on rapid, effective solutions. Treatments take only minutes and require no downtime, making them a convenient lunchtime option for dermal fillers in Boston. Dr. Glavas uses a broad portfolio of safe, FDA-approved fillers, often combined with BOTOX Cosmetic, to achieve natural, longer-lasting outcomes.
Dr. Glavas’s dedication to excellence shows in his active involvement as a faculty member and educator in the medical community, along with his role at a respected medical institution in Boston. You can explore real patient results and read their stories in our Fillers Gallery and Testimonials section.
He has also authored several articles on the properties and uses of fillers commonly used to rejuvenate the face.
- Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery
- Facial Fillers
- The Push Technique
- Tear Trough Rate
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do results from dermal fillers typically last?
The duration of the results depends on the type of dermal filler used during your treatment. The effects can range from approximately six months to more than three years.
Is there a specific type of filler recommended for the lips?
The specific filler used for lip fillers depends on your desired outcome, whether you seek subtle hydration or more pronounced augmentation. Hyaluronic Acid (HA) products like JUVÉDERM or Restylane are typically favored for the lips due to their soft, natural-feeling consistency and the ability to be precisely placed.
How should I prepare for my filler appointment?
To prepare for your cosmetic injectables consultation at the Glavas practice, you should be prepared to discuss your medical history, including any medications you are taking. You may be advised to avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or certain supplements in the days before treatment to minimize potential bruising.
What is the advantage of using Lipotransfer (autologous fat) over manufactured fillers?
Lipotransfer uses your body fat, making it a highly biocompatible option with no risk of allergic reaction. While the procedure requires a minor fat harvesting step, it can provide long-lasting, often permanent, volumizing results, particularly correcting depressions or extensive facial hollowing.
Can I combine different types of dermal fillers during the same appointment?
Combining different dermal fillers is a common practice and often forms part of an encompassing treatment plan. Dr. Glavas may choose to use a thicker filler like RADIESSE for deep folds and a lighter HA filler, like Restylane, for subtle enhancements in areas like the lips or fine lines. This combination approach enables comprehensive facial contouring, addressing multiple concerns with the most suitable products.
Schedule A Consultation
If you’re ready to explore the options for dermal fillers and cosmetic injectables in Boston, MA, consult Ioannis Glavas, MD. He will perform your injectable treatment after a detailed consultation. For more information about filler injections in Boston or to schedule an appointment, please call 617-262-0070 or contact us by email by filling in the form below.
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