Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers are a non-invasive cosmetic injectables treatment used to reduce wrinkles, while simultaneously restoring volume and plumpness to targeted areas of the face. Often used for facial rejuvenation, dermal fillers restore natural facial contours of areas prone to skin volume loss during the natural ageing process, including lips and cheek.
Placed in key areas, dermal fillers are injectable gels that restore volume in most areas of the face to instantly refresh your appearance. Replicating the sugar molecule in our skin that naturally declines as we age, dermal fillers attract moisture to the affected areas filling out lines and restoring firmness to your skin.
The dermal filler procedure typically takes between 15-45 minutes and creates instant, noticeable effects that can last for 6-18 months depending on the area treated and product of choice. Once the treatment is complete the patient can continue on with their day.
Lip Fillers
Lip fillers are used to restore the vitality and youthful appearance of the mouth area, enabling a fuller and plumper lip appearance. They can effectively delay the visual effects of aging by restoring volume lost over time, or help you achieve a specific look.
Common Questions
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Typically, dermal fillers last for anywhere between 6-18 months and in some cases longer depending on how long the body metabolises the product. There is no guaranteed longevity timeframe as a myriad of factors can influence the results.
Following a consultation, the lips are numbed using a topical cream, which ensures you feel minimal pain while receiving the lip injections. Your lips and mouth may be numb from the cream following your treatment, and you may also experience some mild discomfort or fullness in the first few hours. However, most of our patients can return to work immediately after receiving lip injections.
Dermal Filler results are visible straight away, however results are best 1-2 weeks after swelling has subsided. You may experience some swelling and bruising for approximately 5-7 days post treatment. This is completely normal and applying an icepack to the area can assist in the reduction of this.
Lumps and bumps are also common after being treated whilst the filler is settling into the tissue and is important to attend a follow up appointment 2-4 weeks post treatment to ensure the filler is integrating into your tissue.
During your consultation you will be provided with a quote which will be calculated based on the area being treated and desired outcome.
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Aftercare
It's important to follow all aftercare instructions given to you to maximise the results and minimise the side effects/reactions to your treatment. You will be advised of the aftercare during your consultation and will be given aftercare instructions to take with you as we know sometimes it can be a lot of information to remember.
Following your dermal filler treatment, you will feel tender, a little swollen and bruising may be apparent. This is all normal and should subside over the coming days.
Below is a list of post treatment instructions to promote healing.
- Do not rub or touch the treatment areas for at least the next 4 – 6 hours to minimize your risk of infection.
- No strenuous exercise for the next 24 – 48 hours
- No other facial or aesthetic treatments to the area for a minimum of 2 weeks
- No face down massages for the next 7 days.
- No active skin care (retinoids / vitamin A / AHA’s) products for 24 hours after treatment.
- Do not massage, press or push the areas injected unless otherwise directed by your practitioner.
Adverse Reactions
The following symptoms are NOT considered a normal reaction following a dermal filler treatment.
- Skin Discolouration to the treatment area or surrounds that appears purple/blue/white/grey in colour. This is a sign of a vascular occlusion and requires immediate intervention.
- Ulceration or blistering to the treatment area or surrounds.
- Severe swelling that impacts normal activities (eg. Eating, drinking, sleeping)
- Increasing pain within the days following treatment
- Redness and heat to the injection site or surrounds.
- Inflamed, hardened lumps with discomfort to touch.
- Discharge, ooze or persistent bleeding from the injection sites.
- Persistent itchiness with or without a rash.
- Delayed sudden presentation of hard, inflamed lumps in the areas of injection.
If you are experiencing any of the above adverse reactions or if you are concerned about anything else following your treatment, please contact our clinic immediately to organise a review.
Complimentary Consultation
Every treatment starts with a complimentary consultation and assessment to curate the right aesthetic solution for you.
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