Procedures : INJECTABLES : OTHER TYPES OF FILLERS

Years of squinting and other facial muscle movements can take their toll on the eye area, leaving crow's feet and other noticeable lines

This section deals with the two most commonly used types of injectable fillers, collagen and fat. However, to a lesser extent, a number of other filler materials are also being used for facial-rejuvenation purposes. They include: fibril, a gelatin powder compound that's mixed with a patient's own blood and is injected to plump up the skin (similar to injectable collagen); and gortex, a thread-like material that is implanted beneath the skin to add soft-tissue support.

Each of these options has its own set of risks and benefits. If you're considering any of these alternative filler treatments, tell your doctor.