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Arterfill
Overview:
Injectable microspheres provide permanent wrinkle correction. The combination with collagen for immediate filling of lines makes for great looks form the beginning. While the collagen degrades over 3 months, volume is created through water retention in the microspheres.
Expected results:
Volume correction on the lower and mid face, elimination of intermediate and deep lines.
Preparations:
Skin test is necessary 1 month prior to treatment to screen for allergies to bovine collagen. Avoidance of aspirin and ibuprofen for 10 days. Local anesthesia by injection makes the procedure more comfortable.
Post treatment instructions:
Avoidance of aspirin or ibuprofen for 3 days.
Time to desired results:
3-6 months.
Duration of desired effects:
Permanent. A second treatment may be added 3 months after the initial injection.
Contraindications:
Allergy to bovine collagen.
Downtime:
1-3 days of redness and swelling.
Selected Patient Questions and Answers
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Last updated: 1/02/2024 11:10 AM
PATIENT RATINGS
Would you recommend us?
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Compare our service to other similar practices
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Overall doctor performance
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The doctor listened to you attentively
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The doctor took time to answer your questions
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The doctor explained treatment options
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Front desk performance
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Aesthetician performance
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Office comfort
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Parking
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Friendliness of the staff during appointment
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What WE DID WELL
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Dr. Ringpfeil was my second opinion and I felt much more at ease with the time she took to understand my issues and explanation for solutions.
#12011-01-04 09:06:32I enjoyed being seen in a timely fashion...Left my last dermatologist because of hours long wait times. Thank you for valuing my time.
#22025-05-02The doctor was very nice!
#32025-08-07the coutersy and attentiveness
#42025-07-15Staff was friendly, attentive and polite. Dr Ringpfeild is the first Dr I seen that has been able to provide a viable resolution for my condition
#52025-02-01This is one of the best medical offices that I have visited. I see doctors in the Penn and Bryn Mawr systems and this is by far much better than any of those offices. The entire staff is friendly and accommodating. Both doctors are awesome! I have recommended you to family and friends. Keep up the great work!
#62012-12-03 17:05:27Everyone was wonderful, kind, helpful & extremely knowledgeable
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#82025-08-02My visit was very professional. I walked in and was assisted with emmediately. I am very happy with the service that was given to me today. I will gladly return.
#92025-11-17the professionalism and everyone made me feel comfortable.
#102025-06-19What can we do better?
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Appointments available on shorter notice
#12010-10-25 10:00:31Very satisfied. Should get an office in Cherry Hill, NJ
#22025-05-18I have nothing to add, everyone was superb, made you feel right at home and insanely knowledgable. I am beyond happy.
#32010-09-28 11:03:56While I totally understand the late policy, unfortunately my daughter and I drove 1.5 hrs to the facility and given the weather and errorous directions, we ended up being 7 mins late. I immediately called the office while on route to explain that we were lost and sought correct directions. The receptionist was very curt, short and condesending. Upon our arrival, there was no warm greeting and very limited eye contact. Again,as a heath care provider myself, I appreciate the need to follow a schedule, however, our appointments were in direct succession and I do not think it would have had a significant impact on the work schedule, given our special circumstance.
#42011-03-24 10:10:11Try to get enrolled as a provider in Tricare Prime!
#52025-07-12Thank you for your help. I will definitely recommend Dr. Ringpfeil to friends.
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#72025-05-31No comments, everything is great.
#82011-02-21 13:37:17This has been one the best office that i have been to in forever.
#92025-03-27No room for improvement. You have a first-rate, exceptional staff Dr. Ringpfeil! Everyone especially Linda Heckman is so professional. Jessie makes a great first impression and is an asset to your team!
#102010-12-15 19:35:32
I am 54 year old have dark circle under eyes and jowl line hang slightly, what would you recommend, and what is a estimate price would regular medical insurance cover this procedure. I’m African American
Thanks
If dark circles are due to grooves that has formed under the eyes, the area may be corrected with fillers placed under the skin. Jowls can sometimes be improved by filler placement as well. The procedure may require at least 2 syringes of filler but the number may range from 2-5 depending on the amount of correction needed. If correction by filler is not feasible, surgical procedures may be considered. Insurance does not cover cosmetic improvements and a quote can be given after evaluation as everyone has different volume requirements. Please also be aware that improvement by filler requires periodic upkeep as fillers wear off after several months.
I previously had Artefill injected into my smiles lines in February 2008 by Brinton Lake Dermology. The results were amazing and the lines have not returned. Will you inject Artefill in the cheek and chin area ? What is the cost?
I would be glad to post a photo of my face.
Artefill is a very effective filler and my patients love the results, too.
However, our office stopped Artefill injections. The decision not to offer it at this time is purely based on “political” issues. There is nothing wrong with the product.
Iwant to go for Artefill or any perminant refill for my face line I want to know how much it cost and how I can make an appointment soon
Permanent fillers are useful for certain areas on the face. In areas that are prone to undergo quicker changes, they can be disadvantageous to temporary fillers. Fillers are placed by our physicians. A cosmetic consultation with me should answer all of your questions and will allow me to determine the amount of filler needed to achieve your specific goals.