Injectables in Chattanooga, TN

Collagen is a key structural component that keeps skin youthful-looking and smooth. As you age, your body’s collagen production decreases, which is a major factor in the development of wrinkles. At Southern Surgical Arts, we use a variety of cosmetic dermal facial fillers to restore volume and fullness to the skin. These fillers correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds, the lines that develop between your nose and the corners of your mouth. The fillers we use can also be applied to the lips for a more youthful look.

Instant Youth in a Syringe

We use several types of facial fillers: Juvéderm, Sculptra, and Radiesse. All are safe and proven to work. Juvéderm is a cosmetic facial filler made of hyaluronic acid, a substance that exists naturally in the human body. Results are instantaneous and last six to twelve months. Sculptra Aesthetic is made from poly-L-lactic acid and is an indirect filler that causes your own cells to naturally produce more of your own collagen.

JUVÉDERM VOLUMA XC

The JUVÉDERM product line includes three fillers to add volume to different areas of the face – VOLUMA®XC for the cheek area, VOLBELLA® XC for the lips, and JUVÉDERM® XC to soften the wrinkles and folds around the nose and mouth.

JUVÉDERM VOLUMA XC injectable gel is the first and only filler FDA-approved to instantly add volume to the cheek area. It gives you a subtle lift, helping to restore contour and a more youthful profile, for up to two years, in patients over the age of 21.

JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA XC

Recently approved by the FDA, JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA XC soft gel filler is designed to increase lip fullness and soften lip lines for adults over 21. Restoring natural volume to your lips and softening wrinkles around the lips to accentuate the lip border and define the cupid’s bow, JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA XC provides a fuller, natural-looking, youthful lip appearance proven to last for a full year. One treatment takes only a few minutes with minimal discomfort and little downtime.

JUVÉDERM XC

JUVÉDERM is a gel of smooth consistency made of hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring substance in your skin that gives skin volume and hydration.

We use JUVÉDERM injectable gel by easing it under your skin to instantly restore your skin’s volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your “smile lines” or “parentheses” —the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth.

JUVÉDERM provides a smooth, natural look and feel—so everyone will notice, but no one will know! In fact, studies show that JUVÉDERM results are superior to those of a collagen-based dermal filler.

JUVÉDERM injectable gel is the first FDA-approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler that is proven to be safe and effective for persons of color.

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Sculptra Aesthetic

Sculptra® Aesthetic is a new type of facial injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid that helps correct shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds that appear with aging by gradually replacing lost collagen. The main ingredient is a biocompatible, biodegradable synthetic material that physicians have used for decades. Sculptra Aesthetic is not an overnight miracle but takes a different approach to improving lines and wrinkles.

Applied through several injections over three months, Sculptra works within the deep dermis, reinforcing your skin’s structure to replace lost collagen. This reinforced collagen structure provides a foundation that gradually restores the look of fullness of your shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds that have been depleted over time. The result? Sculptra Aesthetic is different because it gradually and subtly corrects these facial wrinkles. This can provide a refined, more youthful-looking appearance lasting up to two years.

RADIESSE Volumizing Filler

RADIESSE® Volumizing Filler immediately provides the volume and lift needed to diminish the signs of aging because of the calcium-based microspheres and gel that comprise the product. But what’s unique about RADIESSE Volumizing Filler is that it acts as a scaffold under the skin, providing structure and stimulating your own natural collagen to grow. This process continues for several months, which extends the initial effect of RADIESSE Volumizing Filler. The natural results are clinically proven to last a year or more in many patients.

Allofill

Allofill® is the latest revolutionary, yet minimally invasive, non-surgical solution to restoring a youthful appearance by adding lost volume back to the face. Different from surgical fat-grafting techniques, where small amounts of fat are harvested via mini-liposuction from other parts of your body, Allofill is readily available tissue. Allograft tissue comes from carefully screened, tested, FDA-approved donor tissue that is rigorously prepped and stringently sterilized for safety. Surgeons perform more than two million Allograft transplants in the U.S. annually, offering a perfectly safe and effective alternative to surgical fat-grafting.

What to Expect

The process is easy and virtually painless. After applying a topical anesthetic to ease pain, a cosmetic surgeon injects Allofill under the skin. Results are instant, and patients can resume their normal daily activities immediately.

Then, over time, Allofill naturally conforms to the body’s normal soft tissue as it heals, allowing for ever-increasing improvement in volume and fullness that can last for several years. Like all injectables, it is possible that patients may experience temporary redness, swelling, or light bruising at the injection site.

Why Choose Southern Surgical Arts for Injectables?

At Southern Surgical Arts, injectable treatments aren’t treated as quick fixes—they’re precision procedures guided by medical expertise and aesthetic artistry. Every result is designed to look natural, balanced, and completely you.

Physician-Led Aesthetic Standards

All injectables are performed under the direction of board-certified cosmetic surgeons, ensuring medical-grade precision and safety.

Expert Injectors Only

Treatments are never delegated to underqualified staff. Only licensed nurse practitioners and registered nurses with advanced aesthetic training perform injections.

Subtle, Elevated Results

We specialize in enhancements that refresh—not freeze—your appearance. Our approach is always tailored, never overdone.

Seamless Medspa Integration

Enjoy injectables alongside other advanced skin and body treatments, all in a luxurious, medically supervised setting built for your comfort and confidence.

Injectables Frequently Asked Questions

How long do injectable results typically last?

It depends on the product and treatment area. Neuromodulators like Botox or Daxxify may last three to six months, while fillers can last anywhere from six months to over two years depending on the formulation and placement.

Can injectables prevent signs of aging?

Yes. Preventative use of injectables—especially neuromodulators—can delay the formation of deep lines and wrinkles when started before visible aging sets in. Many patients begin in their late 20s or early 30s.

What’s the difference between neurotoxins and dermal fillers?

Neurotoxins relax muscle movement to reduce expression lines, while dermal fillers restore lost volume or enhance facial structure. They’re often combined for a comprehensive, balanced result.

Is there a risk of an allergic reaction?

Allergic reactions to modern injectables are rare, but possible. A thorough consultation and medical history review help us minimize risk and choose the safest product for your needs.

Are injectable treatments safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

No. Injectable treatments are not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding due to a lack of safety data. We advise waiting until after this period to resume cosmetic treatments.

Will my results look obvious or overdone?

Not when performed at Southern Surgical Arts. Our providers are trained to deliver subtle, natural-looking enhancements that preserve facial expression and individuality.

How soon before a big event should I schedule injectables?

We recommend scheduling neurotoxins two to three weeks ahead and fillers three to four weeks ahead of any major event to allow time for full results and resolution of any minor swelling or bruising.

Can injectables be reversed if I don’t like the results?

Some fillers made from hyaluronic acid can be dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase. Neurotoxins can’t be reversed, but their effects wear off naturally in a few months.

What are the risks associated with injectables?

Risks include bruising, swelling, asymmetry, vascular compromise, and rare allergic reactions. Choosing licensed, experienced providers in a medical setting significantly reduces these risks.