Why do we get wrinkles and what are Dermal Fillers?

 

As skin ages, it looses valuable collagen, a substance that helps keep our skin plump and tight.

Fillers can be used in two ways, reducing facial wrinkles and enhancing lips. Essentially these Fillers contain a substance which is already naturally found in the layers of our skin (Hyaluronic acid). This substance helps bind water found within your skin which adds volume to wrinkles and lips giving a plumper, smoother, younger appearance.

 

 

Which brand of Dermal Fillers do we use?

 

Juvederm. This is probably the leading of all the Fillers in the industry. It has been shown to be the most tolerable, long lasting and most importantly, give the best results.

 

 

How are Dermal Fillers priced?

 

Many companies do not reveal their prices until enquiring or at consultation, however we like to be up front with our customers, so they know exactly how much it is going to cost them; plus we are rather proud of our prices too!

This is dependent on your requirements. There are different versions of Juvederm Filler that are better for various parts of the face. Some clients want a subtle effect only, however others want a more pronounced effect, therefore they may need one or two vials of Filler.

 

Nasolabial folds – also known as smile lines are quite obvious deep lines that create thc contours between your nose and cheek, most apparent when you smile!

 

Marionette lines – pronounced lines that run from the corners of the mouth down to the sides of the chin. Some people have barely visible Marionette lines, yet, in others they can be very obvious.

 

1 vial:              £ 190

2 vials:            £ 310

 

One vial will treat both areas of the face, to achieve symmetry.

 

See our Lip Fillers page for more info.

 

The photo of the model depicts where the wrinkles have all but disappeared

after treatment.

 

Dr Chris will only inject Fillers into three areas on the face; nasolabial folds, Marionette lines and the lips, as these are the most common and safest areas people want treating. Many providers will try and ‘dabble’ in multiple different areas and services. By concentrating on these three safe areas Dr Chris has become an expert in this practice.

 

 

Who can not receive Fillers?

 

People with certain conditions may not be suitable for Fillers, including:

 

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women

• Current skin infections over or near to the Filler injection site

• Anyone who has previously had an allergy to Filler or an extreme allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) to anything.

• Local implants near to the Filler injection site

• If you have received chemical peels or laser treatment to the area within 2 months prior to treatment.

• If you are currently unwell

• If you take antibiotics / blood thinning medications / receive chemotherapy

• If you have heart disease

 

It is best to contact Dr Chris who will be happy to discuss your circumstances with you.

 

 

What is involved with the Dermal Fillers procedure?

 

After going through a health check and discussing your needs we will run through the consent form with you to ensure you are happy to proceed.

We will identify the lines that you would like work on, and to what extent.

Photographs will be taken to help demonstrate the improvement after treatment.

Filler injection actually contains mild anaesthetic in it. No topical anaesthetic is needed because the needle we use is so fine.

Using a sterile approach, we inject Filler into the areas we identified.

 

This whole process takes around 20-30 minutes.

 

 

Do I need to do anything before/after the procedure?

 

We ask that you wear no (or minimal) make up on the day to help prevent infection.

 

 

How long does the treatment last?

 

As with Botox, the lasting effects of Fillers vary from client to client. Most will still see effects after 9-12 months, however it does vary (6-18 months).

Unlike Botox, the effects of Dermal Fillers are seen pretty much straight away, however it can take a few days to see the full effects if any minor bruising occurs.

 

 

Are there any potential side effects?

 

Most clients tolerate Fillers  well.

As with any injection of any kind, local injection site bruising, tenderness and infection can occur, which should all settle after a couple of days and can be disguised with make up.

Some clients feel minimal discomfort during the injections.

You should seek medical advice immediately if you are concerned about any potential side effects.