Advanta™ Facial Implants are a new biomaterial, an ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluroethylene) product. These permanent and persistent yet removable implants are an alternative to temporary fillers, which also restore volume and fullness to facial rhytids (lines) or lips, however touch-up treatments are often necessary to maintain results.

Advanta™ helps minimize facial folds and gives definition and youthfulness to lips. These implants have shown permanency, softness, reliability, minimal reactivity, and high patient satisfaction.

Advanta™ helps to minimize facial creases and furrows by providing structure and support underneath the skin. It is a permanent material and will remain in the area unless you choose to have it removed. As you age, furrows or lines may slowly reappear over time.

Placement of the implant is a simple procedure usually performed under local anesthesia or under sedation, when combined with other Facial Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery procedures. A small incision or needlepoint entry is made at the ends of the implant site and the implant is inserted and gently positioned. Sutures (stitches),if required usually dissolve in seven to ten days. In some instances, tissue glue is used in lieu of sutures. Some swelling and bruising may occur with these procedures. These procedures take from one to one and one half-hours to complete, if performed under local anesthesia.

Additional permanent options are also available.

Advanta™ Facial Implants

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