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The use of Artecol/Artefil/belafil is successful in the right locations when placed at the proper depth of tissue. The 'amount' and location' of the Artecol would determine how it (more)

The use of Artecol/Artefil/belafil is successful in the right locations when placed at the proper depth of tissue. The 'amount' and location' of the Artecol would determine how it would/could affect the facelift procedure; but generally, it won't be an issue since the incisions for facelifts are in different areas of the face than where the Artecol if placed. The Artecol enhances the fullness/stiffness of the tissue where it is placed and generally won't alter the facelift plan in my experience using both procedures. (less)

Artecol/Artefil/Bellafil (same product) should not interfere with a facelift but could modify the approach depending on where it was placed and in what quantity.
Talk to the surgeon about (more)

Artecol/Artefil/Bellafil (same product) should not interfere with a facelift but could modify the approach depending on where it was placed and in what quantity.
Talk to the surgeon about these features when you elect to go ahead. (less)

Artecoll is a perfectly fine filler. Since it is not available in the U.S., unless my American colleagues have practiced outside the U.S., they have no direct experience with it. Prior to (more)

Artecoll is a perfectly fine filler. Since it is not available in the U.S., unless my American colleagues have practiced outside the U.S., they have no direct experience with it. Prior to moving to the U.S., I did use it and found it very useful. Now in the U.S., I use the related product, Artefill, for permanent filling. My patients have had *ZERO* granulomas. They are possible, but rare.

The presence of Artecoll will not interfere with having a facelift. Fees vary widely for facelift depending on the local market, prominence of the surgeon, specific approach, etc. As for recovery, I usually tell my patients that they'll be bruised and swollen for up to 2 weeks. Final maturation of scars can take up to a year, but they are well hidden.

Hope this helps,

--DCP (less)

Artecoll is, in my opinion, one of the worst fillers. Many patients have chronic swelling that eventually requires surgery. At the time of operation, the Artecoll is gritty and (more)

Artecoll is, in my opinion, one of the worst fillers. Many patients have chronic swelling that eventually requires surgery. At the time of operation, the Artecoll is gritty and surrounded by the body's inflammatory reaction. And the problem gets worse over time.

So the limiting time in healing, and the cost for the surgery will depend on what the necessary steps at reducing the Artecoll are. (less)

See local PSs in your area in person. Best way to see exactly which facial surgery you need and a fee quote. From MIAMI (more)

See local PSs in your area in person. Best way to see exactly which facial surgery you need and a fee quote. From MIAMI (less)

A Full facelift that includes Upper and lower eyelid rejuvenation and neck-lift with neck de-fatting and muscle tightening is the procedure of choice for facial rejuvenation. I will gladly (more)

A Full facelift that includes Upper and lower eyelid rejuvenation and neck-lift with neck de-fatting and muscle tightening is the procedure of choice for facial rejuvenation. I will gladly evaluate your digital photos (front and side views) and provide a quote with the lowest possible cost for your surgery if you contact me through my website (see my listing on MMH. Recovery is three weeks. (less)