Dermal Fillers
As distinct from botox dermal fillers are used to soften and contour lines, folds, and wrinkles. The most commonly used dermal fillers are Collagen or Hyaluronic based. The solution is injected into the skin to smooth out lines add volume and create a more youthful look
There are many different types of dermal fillers on the market but only a few dermal fillers have demonstrated predictable and long term results with minimal swelling and redness after treatment, and outstanding safety results. Listed below are the brand names of dermal filler used in our clinic. These products have consistently demonstrated predictability and safet.
RestylaneŽ and Perlane
These are the brand names for non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic Acid is a polysaccride that is found in the connective tissue of our dermis. Hyaluronic acid in combination with Collagen Fibres and Elastin Fibres give the face form, shape and hydration. RestylaneŽ and PerlaneŽ are the most popular dermal fillers used to contour the face. The product comes in three formulations. The selection of which formulation to use is determined by your skin type and the area to be contoured. The results from the treatments are immediate and will last six to eight months
Is there pain or discomfort
There is some discomfort. The product is injected into the skin with a very fine needle and patients are treated with a topical anaesthetic or dental injection to numb the area to be injected.
Can I go back to work?
Yes, some patients may experience some redness and swelling which will settle over the following 24 hours, in the meantime the short term effects can be minimized with cover-up make-up.
Can something go wrong?
The dermal fillers that demonstrate consistent safety for the last 20 years are the non-permanent dermal fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm. There are some risks involved whenever a patient is exposed to any foreign product but the risks associated with the selected group of dermal fillers that we have discussed are minimal. At the time of your consultation these risks will be discussed.