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Collagen Injections

Collagen is a naturally occurring substance that can be found in the skin. Collagen from animal sources are used for fillers in the skin. Collagen injections have been used for many years to treat scars and fine wrinkling. The biggest problem with collagen is that it goes away after several months and needs to be repeated. It is also rather expensive. Many other substances such as fibril and now one's own collagen can be cultured and injected into the skin. Skin tests need to be done for patients undergoing treatment prior to their first round of injections since many people can demonstrate allergies to collagen.