Selphyl is a new and unique cosmetic dermal filler that uses natural plasma from the patient’s own body. This is in opposition to other fillers that use calcium hydroxyapatite and other foreign ingredients. Its primary use is as an approach to anti-aging treatments. Dermatologists or surgeons use it to treat wrinkles and have achieved excellent results. The filler and process used to implement it are unique in that the mixture is processed on site, right in the doctor’s office. A small vial of blood is collected from the patient and is spun at a very high speed in a centrifuge for under ten minutes, creating a matrix. This substance is then injected into facial wrinkles and other areas of the face have been determined by the doctor to have the potential to improve with the injections.

Selphyl is a natural autologous substance that stimulates the body’s own collagen production and the grown of new skin cells. Over time, it has the potential to lead to a stronger collagen structure underneath the top layer of facial skin. It is most commonly used to fill wrinkles around the mouth and nose, as well as acne scars. It works by provide volume for the face, plumping the cheeks or filling in hollows under the eyes, giving a refreshed, more youthful appearance.

It takes approximately two weeks after the injections for the results to be evident. Since the process and matrix are still relatively new, researchers are not yet certain of how long the treatments last. However, based on prior research, the skin usually renews itself every two years. Doctors predict the injections will last at least that long.

Selphyl is popular among patients because it uses their own cells and no artificially-produced chemicals. The entire process can be performed quickly and easily in the doctor’s office with no need for anesthesia. While the product is not effective for a very small percentage of patients, it does work for from 85-90% of patients. The product has only recently become available in the United States, and the average cost per treatment is in the $1000 range.