Dermal Fillers (Hyaluronic Acid)
Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers have changed the non-surgical approach to facial rejuvenation as well as now being used for facial sculpting. They are still most commonly known for plumping up lips and filling nose-to-mouth lines (nasolabial folds) but these days dermal fillers have a broad range of other uses. These include highlighting cheek bones, targeting eye bags, concealing early jowls and even nose-reshaping. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally-occurring compound found all throughout the body as well as in other residing organisms. It's natural functionalities include giving skin it is elasticity and lubricating joints. Commercially-available HA fillers include the JuvedermTM & VycrossTM ranges by Allergan.
HA is a clear gel that is injected into or just under the skin in small amounts to restore volume and structure. The injections may be performed on an outpatient basis (i.e. in the clinic). Modern HA fillers consist of local anaesthetic to ease the distress of the injections and also to reduce any post-injection pain
The result of HA treatment are long-lasting but not lifelong. Commonly results will last 6-12 months prior to further top-ups are signified. For the lips, 6-monthly treatments may be needed.
Anaesthetic
Virtually painless so no anaesthetic needed
Procedure Length
30 to 60 minutes
Areas
Lip enhancements, temple, jaw, chin enhancement, jaw, nose, cheek, smoker lines, smile lines
Frequency
6 to 12 months
Downtime
Normal light activities can be resumed after the treatment
Cost
From £300
Anaesthetic
Virtually painless so no anaesthetic needed
Procedure Length
30 to 60 minutes
Areas
Lip enhancements, temple, jaw, chin enhancement, jaw, nose, cheek, smoker lines, smile lines
Frequency
6 to 12 months
Downtime
Normal light activities can be resumed after the treatment
Cost
From £300
The procedure is done on an outpatient basis and takes about 10-15 minutes, depending upon the number of injections needed.
The effects will take 4-10 days to show, and we invite all patients back for a review appointment at 14-days post-treatment
The injections feel a bit like a small mosquito bite and are not particularly painful. Afterwards, some small red marks are usually present for a short time, before they resolve.
HA is a clear gel that is injected into or just under the skin in small amounts to restore volume and structure. The injections may be performed on an outpatient basis (i.e. in the clinic). Modern HA fillers consist of local anaesthetic to ease the distress of the injections and also to reduce any post-injection pain
The result of HA treatment are long-lasting but not lifelong. Commonly results will last 6-12 months prior to further top-ups are signified. For the lips, 6-monthly treatments may be needed.
