What it is
Dermal fillers are injectable gels that add hydration and structure where volume has been lost. As skin ages it loses elasticity and collagen, and the face changes shape: hollows appear, cheeks flatten and lines settle in.
Every filler used here is hyaluronic acid based, which means it can be dissolved with a prescription medication if you are unhappy or if there is a complication. That reversibility is a genuine safety feature and a good reason to avoid anyone offering permanent fillers.
Volume, not just filling lines
Rather than simply filling in a line, your practitioner assesses the whole face first. Often the better answer is restoring volume to the area that has deflated, which supports the structures above it, rather than chasing the line itself.
The fear we hear most often is ending up with a "pillow face". That comes from over-volumising, not from volumising at all. Think of it as scaffolding: the point is support, and the right amount of it is usually less than people expect.
Areas treated
Commonly requested:
- Lip enhancement
- Cheeks and mid-face volume
- Nasolabial folds and marionette lines
- Chin projection and jawline definition
- Non-surgical nose reshaping
Comfort and aftercare
Complimentary numbing cream is applied before treatment, and cannulas rather than sharp needles are used where appropriate, which reduces the chance of bruising.
Every patient goes home with an aftercare sheet and our out-of-hours contact details. That second part matters: any practitioner injecting filler should be reachable if something concerns you that evening.
How long it lasts
Between nine months and, in some cases, up to two years. The variables are which product is used, where it goes and how deep it sits.
Filler placed deep in a relatively still area such as the temple lasts considerably longer than filler in the lips, which move constantly. Your practitioner will give you a realistic figure for your specific treatment at the consultation.