Dermal Fillers
Dermal filler is an injectable Hylaronic Acid gel that restores volume and the skin’s natural support structures that have been damaged by ageing. Dermal fillers provide an instant, noticeable and long-lasting result. The main differences between the types of fillers are the thickness, viscosity, and longevity.
Dermal fillers can be a safe and effective way to attain healthy, rejuvenated looking skin. As a non-surgical treatment, dermal fillers help combat the signs of ageing and can be used for facial contouring. Dermal filler treatments can be effective at adding shape to the face and proportion to areas of concern.
Dermal fillers can give your face a softer, more youthful appearance and the result is immediately noticeable. Despite having different actions, anti-wrinkle injections and dermal filler are commonly used together.
Treatment areas
- Lip enhancement
- Cheek augmentation
- Tear Troughs (hollows under the eyes)
- Peri-orbital lines (lines around the eyes)
- Nasolabial folds (smile lines or laugh lines)
- Lip lines (smokers lines)
- Chin augmentation
- Jawline contouring
- Facial feature imbalance
- Acne scarring
Are dermal filler treatments painful?
This is a common concern for those who have never had a dermal filler procedure before. We can apply a topical anaesthetic to the area being treated so the procedure can be comfortable. Furthermore, many of the dermal fillers available have local anaesthetic incorporated into the product, which means that they will provide additional numbness as the product is injected.
Can I avoid bruising from dermal filler injections?
The best way to avoid any bruising is to limit the intake of any blood thinning medications (such as aspirin, warfarin, or any type of anti-inflammatories) as well as over-the-counter blood thinners (like fish oils) in the week prior to your treatment.
Will I have any downtime after the treatment?
It is normal to experience some minor redness, bruising and swelling, which usually subsides after a few days. In some cases, you may feel a dull ache or tenderness in the treated area for 24 hours following the procedure.
What should I do after my dermal filler treatment?
Swelling will occur immediately after your treatment, so it is recommended you apply ice packs for at least 10-15 minutes after your treatment.
To reduce swelling, we also recommend you reduce the amount of water you drink for the first 24 hours, and to sleep with your head slightly elevated for the first night after your treatment.
We also strongly recommend that you avoid strenuous exercise and excessive UV exposure for at least 48 hours post treatment.