BELOTERO® VOLUME with Lidocaine

​Belotero is a collection of hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers developed to address various facial aging signs by restoring volume, smoothing wrinkles, and enhancing skin hydration. Each Belotero product is specifically formulated to target different skin layers and concerns, ensuring tailored treatment for diverse patient needs. For instance, Belotero Volume is designed to restore facial volume, while Belotero Balance effectively smooths moderate to severe lines and wrinkles.

What is Belotero?

The unique manufacturing process of Belotero fillers allows them to integrate seamlessly into the skin, providing natural-looking results without interfering with facial expressions. This integration ensures that the injected areas feel natural to the touch, enhancing patient satisfaction. For comprehensive information on each product, including indications, injection techniques, and safety guidelines, refer to the official Belotero package inserts on the Merz Aesthetics website.

How do Belotero dermal fillers work?

​Belotero Volume with Lidocaine is a hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler designed to restore facial volume and enhance skin hydration. It utilizes a proprietary cross-linking technology known as Cohesive Polydensified Matrix (CPM), which imparts unique elasticity and density to the gel, ensuring seamless integration with the skin. This technology allows the filler to adapt to individual facial features, providing natural-looking and harmonious results.

The inclusion of lidocaine, a local anesthetic, enhances patient comfort during the injection process by minimizing pain and discomfort. After injection, Belotero Volume with Lidocaine integrates smoothly into the skin, effectively restoring volume to the cheeks, temples, and chin. This integration results in a natural feel, with the injected hyaluronic acid becoming indistinguishable from the body’s natural tissue.

​Belotero Volume with Lidocaine is a cross linked hyaluronic acid dermal filler formulated to restore facial volume and enhance skin hydration. It is particularly effective in treating areas with significant volume loss, providing natural-looking and harmonious results.

Belotero Volume with Lidocaine Indications

• Facial Volume Restoration: Designed to address volume loss in areas such as the cheeks, temples, and chin, Belotero Volume with Lidocaine effectively restores youthful contours. ​

• Deep Wrinkle Correction: It is suitable for correcting deep wrinkles, including nasolabial folds and marionette lines, contributing to a smoother facial appearance.

• Skin Hydration Enhancement: The filler improves skin hydration, leading to a more supple and vibrant complexion.

Belotero Filler Contraindications

On the other hand, patients must also understand that this dermal filler has specific restrictions that should be avoided to prevent complications. Certain individuals should avoid this treatment due to particular contraindications, such as:

• Hypersensitivity: Individuals allergic to any component of Belotero products, especially sodium hyaluronate, should not undergo treatment.​

• Age Restrictions: The filler is not recommended for patients under 18 years old.​

• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Its use is contraindicated in pregnant or breastfeeding women due to insufficient safety data.​

• Active Infections: Patients with general infections or active skin conditions near the treatment area should postpone treatment until recovery.​

Moreover, Belotero fillers also have injection site restrictions and should be avoided in administering into:​

• Blood vessels​

• Glabellar region​

• Tear-trough region​

• Lips​

• Areas with inflammatory or infectious skin issues, such as acne or herpes​

• Areas previously treated with permanent dermal fillers​

For comprehensive information, including detailed contraindications and injection guidelines, refer to the official Belotero instructions for use.

​Belotero Volume with Lidocaine is a hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler designed to restore facial volume and smooth deep wrinkles. Each package contains:​

• One pre-filled glass syringe with 1 ml of the gel.​
• Two sterile needles (30G 1/2″ and 27G 1/2″) for precise injection.​
• Two traceability labels for documentation.​
• One instruction leaflet providing detailed usage guidelines.​

The gel comprises cross-linked sodium hyaluronate (26 mg/ml) and lidocaine (0.3%), ensuring effective volume restoration and added patient comfort during the procedure. The package insert offers comprehensive information on indications, injection techniques, and safety precautions. To achieve optimal results safely, it’s essential to consult this document and seek training on injection methods.​

For detailed information, refer to the official Belotero website or consult the package insert included with each product.

Administering Belotero dermal fillers is a precise procedure that should be performed by qualified healthcare professionals familiar with facial anatomy and injection techniques. Patients must always seek the guidance and expertise of medical professionals to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.

How To Use Belotero Dermal Fillers

Here’s how to administer Belotero Volume with Lidocaine:

• Belotero dermal fillers are intended for injection into the deep subcutaneous layers or above the periosteum. Before administration, it’s crucial to inspect the integrity of the product’s packaging and verify the expiration date of the syringe and needle. It should not be used if the packaging is compromised or the product is past its expiration.
• Check the integrity of the inner packaging and the expiry date for the syringe and the needle before use. Do not use these products if the expiry date has lapsed or if the packaging has been opened or damaged.
• It must be injected into healthy, non-inflamed, and previously rigorously disinfected skin using one of the supplied needles.
• Inject Belotero filler slowly. The quantity of the gel injected depends on the area to be treated and the correction to be achieved. To avoid overcorrection, do not inject more than 3 ml per treatment site at each session.
• Gently massage the treated area after the injection to distribute the product uniformly.

Refer to the official resources provided by the manufacturer for comprehensive instructions on administering Belotero dermal fillers, including specific guidelines for different products like Belotero Balance. Always adhere to the recommended guidelines and consult with experienced professionals to achieve safe and effective results.

Belotero Aftercare

​Proper post-treatment care following a Belotero treatment is essential to ensure optimal results and minimize potential side effects. By following these aftercare guidelines, patients can enhance the effectiveness of their Belotero treatment and promote a smooth recovery.

• Avoid applying makeup for at least 12 hours post-treatment to reduce the risk of infection and allow the skin to heal properly.
• Refrain from activities that expose the skin to excessive heat, such as saunas, Turkish baths, and prolonged sun or UV ray exposure, for at least two weeks after the procedure.
• Avoid putting pressure on and/or handling the treated area, like touching, rubbing, or massaging the injection sites.

Performing these actions can affect the distribution of the filler and potentially lead to complications. Adhering to these measures can help prevent complications and support healing.