Bellafill

Generic name: Dermal Filler

Usage of Bellafill

Bellafill is an FDA-approved dermal filler for permanent implantation into the skin for the correction of nasolabial folds, or smile lines. It can be used in both women and men. Bellafill is a non-resorbable dermal filler, unlike many other dermal fillers that are absorbed and require reinjection. Bellafill is also approved for the correction of moderate to severe facial acne scars on the cheeks in patients over the age of 21 years.

Bellafill is a combination of microsphere enhanced bovine collagen with the local anesthetic lidocaine. The microspheres are produced from a synthetic implant material called polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) in accordance with FDA and USDA guidelines and are roughly 30 to 50 microns in size, barely visible to the naked eye. An allergy skin test is required prior to first use.

Bellafill should only be administered under the supervision of a licensed practitioner.

Bellafill side effects

As with any injectable filler, temporary (< 24 hours) mild swelling and redness may occur at the treatment site. Bruising is usually mild and usually lasts 3 to 7 days.

  • Bruising
  • Redness
  • Swelling
  • Pain/Soreness
  • Tenderness
  • Itching

    • Less common side effects:

  • Rash and itching after 48 hours
  • Persistent swelling or redness
  • Injection site sensitivity
  • Lumps and/or granulomas

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