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The office was spotless and the whole process was professional from start to finish. Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat used a brand plan that fit my face, not a one-product-for-everyone approach. I love how natural the final result looks in photos and real life.
I was nervous about fillers, but the technique felt gentle and the aftercare instructions were simple. My lips look more even and hydrated without looking exaggerated. I had minimal downtime and only mild swelling.
I came in wanting “more definition,” and the consultation focused on balance instead of overfilling. The jawline and chin enhancement looks sharp but natural, and nobody can tell I had fillers—just that I look refreshed.
Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat explained everything clearly and kept the plan conservative, which I really appreciated. My cheeks and smile lines look smoother, but it still looks like me. The results settled beautifully within about two weeks.
Orange County Dermal Fillers, Natural Results
Dermal Fillers in Irvine & Orange County: What They Are and What They Can Do
Dermal fillers are gel treatments placed under the skin to restore lost volume, refine facial shape, and soften certain lines. Most fillers used today are made with hyaluronic acid (HA), a substance your body already produces. HA holds moisture, supports soft fullness, and helps create smooth, natural-looking contour when it is placed in the right location and at the right depth.
Fillers can be used for many goals, from subtle refinement to stronger definition. Some people want gentle enhancement that still looks like “them.” Others want clearer structure in the cheeks, chin, or jawline. Many want to look less tired by reducing shadows and folds. Because every face has different proportions, bone structure, and tissue thickness, the best results come from a customized plan instead of a one-size-fits-all approach.
Common areas treated with dermal fillers include lips, cheeks, chin, jawline, smile lines (nasolabial folds), marionette lines, and under-eye hollowing in select candidates. In Irvine and Orange County, dermal fillers are often chosen because they can create noticeable improvement with a natural look and minimal downtime.
How Hyaluronic Acid Fillers Work: Simple, Real Science
Hyaluronic acid fillers work in two ways. First, they add volume by physically supporting the tissue from underneath. Second, they attract water, which can add softness and a hydrated look. The product becomes a smooth gel “scaffold” that supports shape in a controlled way.
Not all HA fillers are the same. They are engineered to behave differently depending on where they will be used. Some gels are softer and more flexible for areas that move a lot, like lips. Others are firmer to provide lift and structure in areas like cheeks, chin, and jawline. The main reason product choice matters is simple: the wrong gel in the wrong area can look puffy, feel stiff, or show texture.
A few factors that change how a filler performs include:
- How supportive or firm it is for lift and contour
- How flexible it is for natural movement
- How smoothly it blends into tissue
- How long it tends to last in that area
Because HA fillers gradually break down over time, results are not permanent. That gives you flexibility: your look can be adjusted over the years as your face changes. HA fillers can also be dissolved when appropriate, which is one reason many people prefer them.
Products and Brands We Use: Matching the Filler to the Job
Brand names matter less than most people think. What matters most is choosing the right product type for your anatomy and your goal. A skilled injector selects a filler based on where it will be placed, how much movement that area has, how thick your skin is, and whether you need soft refinement or stronger structure.
We use trusted filler families commonly requested in Irvine and Orange County, including Juvéderm, Restylane, Revanesse Versa, the RHA Collection, and Belotero. Each family includes different products designed for different needs. One may be better for soft lip shaping, another for cheek support, and another for smoothing folds without heaviness.
Good filler work is about precision and balance. Often, small amounts placed strategically in more than one area look better than putting a larger amount into a single spot. For example, adding support to the cheeks can soften the look of midface folds, and improving chin structure can change the overall balance of the lower face.
What to Expect: Consultation, Treatment, and Healing
A filler appointment starts with a consultation that focuses on your features and what you want to improve. You’ll review facial proportions, discuss the “look” you want (subtle, defined, or somewhere in between), and choose a plan that fits your budget and timeline. Many patients do best with a conservative first session and a small refinement visit later if needed.
Treatment is typically quick. Comfort options can include topical numbing, and many fillers contain lidocaine. You may feel brief pinches, pressure, and mild tenderness during placement. Right after treatment, you’ll usually see improvement, but swelling can temporarily change the look—especially in the lips. The result typically looks more refined after about 1–2 weeks.
Basic aftercare usually includes:
- Avoid hard workouts for 24 hours
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours to reduce bruising
- Avoid strong heat for 24–48 hours
- Avoid pressing or massaging the area unless instructed
- Schedule at least 2 weeks before big events
How long fillers last depends on the product, the area treated, and how much the area moves. Your injector should set clear expectations and help you plan maintenance in a realistic way.
Safety and Natural Results: What Actually Makes the Difference
Dermal fillers are medical treatments. The most important factor is not the brand—it is the injector’s technique and anatomy knowledge. Natural-looking results come from placing the right amount, in the right location, at the right depth, and avoiding the temptation to overfill.
A quality approach prioritizes:
- A plan based on your facial structure, not trends
- Conservative dosing with the ability to build gradually
- Product selection based on movement and tissue thickness
- Smooth transitions between treated and untreated areas
- Clear guidance on aftercare and follow-up
In Irvine and Orange County, Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat provides customized hyaluronic acid dermal filler treatments using trusted brands like Juvéderm, Restylane, Revanesse Versa, the RHA Collection, and Belotero—focused on natural-looking definition, balanced proportions, and a refreshed appearance.
Frequently Asked Questions
With hyaluronidase, an enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid. Dissolving is targeted and sometimes done in stages, then reassessed after swelling settles before deciding whether to re-fill or stop.
Both can be safe in skilled hands. Cannulas are blunt and often reduce bruising in some areas, while needles allow very precise placement. Safety also depends on slow injection, low pressure, small amounts per pass, and correct anatomy-based plane selection.
It can be placed deep (near bone or deep fat) for lift and contour, or more superficial for refinement. Depth matters because shallow placement with the wrong gel can look puffy or show texture, especially in thin-skin areas like under-eyes.
It’s hyaluronic acid turned into a stable gel by crosslinking, suspended in a sterile solution, often with lidocaine for comfort. Crosslinking is the reason it lasts months instead of breaking down quickly like natural HA.
We choose based on gel behavior, not just brand. Softer, more flexible gels are typically used where movement is constant (lips), while more supportive gels are used where structure matters (cheeks, chin, jawline). The choice depends on your skin thickness, how much lift you need, and the safest placement plane.