What is Artefill?

Safety Information

Artefill® has proven to be a safe and effective dermal filler for the correction of wrinkles and was approved by the U.S. FDA in October 2006. In clinical testing, Artefill was as safe as the control temporary filler.

Since the launch of Artefill in 2007, thousands of patients have been safely treated with Artefill and there have been no product recalls and no reported medical device events.

Some people should not receive Artefill, including, but not limited to:

have a positive reaction to the Artefill skin test
have a history of severe allergies and hypersensitivity (anaphylaxis)
are allergic to the anesthetic (lidocaine) in Artefill
have a history of allergies to any collagen products
are prone to thick scarring (hypertrophic) formation and/or excessive scarring (keloid)
are undergoing or planning to undergo desensitization injections to meat products

Important Treatment Considerations

As with any injectable wrinkle filler, you can expect mild swelling and reddening at the treatment site. These side effects are usually gone within 24 hours. If you are taking aspirin or anti-inflammatory drugs you may experience increased bruising or bleeding at the injection sites. Patients with any skin outbreaks (e.g. cysts, pimples, rashes, hives, infection) near the injection site should postpone treatment until they clear. The safety and effectiveness of Artefill beyond one year have not been established.

It is important that you share your medical information with your doctor. Together, you can make an informed decision as to whether Artefill is right for you.