Dermal Fillers
Restore Volume + Smooth Wrinkles + Revive Lips
Loss of facial volume, hollow cheeks, tired-looking under eyes, deeper smile lines, and thinning lips are often the result of natural collagen decline, bone reabsorption, and loss of fat and elastin that comes with age — not something you did wrong. At Splendid Skin, our Franklin, Brentwood, and Cool Springs clients trust us to restore that lost volume with a conservative, natural-looking approach that never overdoes it.
Expert, Personalized Injections
Our experienced providers carefully select the right product for your specific needs — whether that’s cheeks, lips, jawline, chin, under eyes, or nasolabial folds. With over 14 years serving the Franklin community, we prioritize subtle, natural-looking results. The goal is always the same: you still look like you, just more rested and vibrant.
Our Dermal Filler Options
Dermal fillers fall into two main categories, and we offer both:
Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers — Juvéderm, Voluma, Vollure, Volux, Volbella, Versa, and SkinVive — are smooth gel injections made from a substance naturally found in your skin that helps maintain hydration and volume. HA fillers are versatile and commonly used for lip enhancement, cheek volume, facial contouring, and softening lines.
Calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) fillers — Radiesse — work differently. Rather than just adding volume, Radiesse stimulates your own collagen production for longer-lasting results over time.
(Looking for Kybella? Kybella works differently than the fillers above — it dissolves fat rather than adding volume. [Visit our dedicated Kybella page →] once live.)
Is Dermal Filler Right for You?
Dermal fillers are a good fit if you’re noticing:
- Hollow or flattened cheeks
- Tired-looking under eyes
- Deepening smile lines or marionette lines
- Thinning lips
- Loss of jawline or chin definition
Results are visible immediately, with treatments that are quick and minimally invasive.
Who Should Avoid Dermal Fillers
While fillers are safe for most people, certain conditions require avoiding or postponing treatment:
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Active skin infections in the treatment area
- Known allergies to filler ingredients
- Unrealistic expectations about results
During your consultation, we’ll review your complete medical history to confirm treatment is appropriate and safe for you.
What to Expect
Treatment takes about 1 hour, and topical numbing cream is used for comfort. Common side effects are minor — mild bruising at the injection site, slight swelling, and temporary tenderness. Aftercare is simple: light activity, elevation, a cold compress, and keeping the area clean. Avoid strenuous exercise and excessive heat for 48 hours. You can wear makeup the same day.
Lip Enhancement
Whether you want subtle refinement or a fuller, more defined result, lip filler is never one-size-fits-all — we customize every treatment to your goals and facial proportions. Side effects are typically mild and temporary: swelling that resolves in 1-3 days, minor bruising, some tenderness, and occasional slight lumpiness as the filler settles. These effects are normal, resolve quickly, and are easily concealed with makeup while healing.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ's
What Makes Fillers Safe?
- FDA-approved products: We use only proven, approved dermal fillers
- Expert knowledge of facial anatomy: Prevents complications through precise placement
- Conservative approach: Building volume gradually for natural results
- Hyaluronic acid fillers are reversible: Can be dissolved if ever needed
- Comprehensive medical history review: Ensures treatment appropriateness
Dermal Filler Procedure & Aftercare
● Duration of treatment: approx 1 hour
● Topical numbing cream is used for comfort
● Common side effects are minor bruising at injection site, mild swelling, and temporary tenderness.
● Aftercare includes light activity, elevation, cold compress, and keeping the treatment area clean.
● Avoid strenuous exercise and excessive heat for 48 hours.
● You can wear makeup same day
Lip Plumping Procedure & Aftercare
- Side Effects are usually mild and temporary.
- Temporary swelling (usually resolves in 1-3 days)
- Minor bruising at injection sites
- Tenderness in treated areas
- Slight lumpiness that resolves as filler settles
These injection-related effects are normal and resolve quickly. Most are easily concealed with makeup while healing.
Am I a candidate if I've never had filler before?
Yes — we always start conservative for first-time clients, building gradually rather than over-treating on the first visit.
Does it hurt?
We use topical numbing cream to keep you comfortable throughout treatment.
What's the difference between filler and Botox?
Filler adds volume where it’s been lost (cheeks, lips, under eyes). Botox relaxes muscles that cause movement-related lines (forehead, crow’s feet). Many clients use both for a complete, balanced result.
What's the difference between HA fillers and Radiesse?
HA fillers (Juvéderm, Voluma, Volbella, and similar) add volume directly and can be dissolved if needed. Radiesse works by stimulating your own collagen production over time for longer-lasting results.
Can dermal fillers be reversed?
Yes — hyaluronic acid fillers can be dissolved if you’re ever unhappy with results or need adjustment.
