Dermal filler is a manufactured substance used to either enhance (or beautify) certain features or replace volume loss from the face as we age.

The majority of dermal fillers contain hyaluronic acid but other substances can also be used depending on the goal of the treatment.

Dermal fillers also vary in consistency and longevity depending on the type and where it is to be injected.

Dr Victoria will discuss the dermal filler to be used with you and choose the premium dermal filler product most appropriate to achieve the results you wish for.

Dermal filler is very versatile and can be used in different skin layers to change the appearance of multiple different areas. The commonest areas injected with dermal filler are:

The lips

The Cheeks

The jawline/chin region

However, due to the adaptability and versatility of the dermal filler used it can also be used to perform:

Tear trough (under- eye area)

Non Surgical Rhinoplasty

Treatment of nasolabial folds and marionette lines.

Temple fat loss replacement

reduction in fine lines and wrinkles

Options will be discussed at your face-to-face appointment with Dr Victoria

Duration of results depends of many different factors. These include:

Dedication to good aftercare

Area injected

Type of dermal filler used

Results aiming to be achieved.

These will be discussed in more detail at your face-to-face appointment with Dr Victoria.

Most dermal fillers used by Dr Victoria contain local anaesthetic, however, for more delicate areas such as lips and an anaesthetic cream is applied for at least 30-45 minutes before the treatment can be performed.

The treatment itself essentially takes as long as it takes to get optimum results however on average the treatment time will be at least 45 minutes not including anaesthetic cream application.

The risks and benefits will be discussed as part of the consultation process and consenting for the procedure. However, the risks of treatment include but are not limited to:

Pain

Bleeding

Infection

Vascular occlusion

Abscess formation

Haematoma (collection of blood)

Allergic reaction

Retinal artery occlusion

Migration

The risks of the treatment depend partly on where the dermal filler is to be injected and will be discussed in full with Dr Victoria before any treatment is decided. There is also a 2 week cooling off period between the the consultation and dermal filler treatment in order to ensure you are happy to proceed and gives you time to ask any other questions you may have.

Dr Victoria will discuss this with you both at the face-to-face consultation and you will also be provided with aftercare forms after the procedure.

After the procedure you will notice swelling and sometimes redness. This can initially increase for up to 24-48 hours and can take a further 72 hours to completely settle. It is entirely dependant on the area injection and your bodily make up.

We advice for 24 hours

No ibuprofen/aspirin unless advised to do so by Dr Victoria

No alcohol

No saunas/ steam rooms/ strenuous exercise

We also advise not to touch the face following treatment as this can introduce infection as well as changing to a new pillowcase at night.

We also advice a gentle cleanser the night following your treatment with normal routine to start the following day unless Dr Victoria comments otherwise at your treatment.

You will also be provided with emergency information after the procedure in case of an emergency and a detailed description of symptoms to look out for.

Please note: treatments with Botulinum toxin and dermal filler are not suitable with a special event due to downtime so please take this into account. We also advise no travel and no other treatments for 2 weeks after treatment with Botulinum toxin or dermal filler. Dr Victoria may cancel your treatment if your safety is put at risk.