Dermal Fillers

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring chemical found in our bodies. HA provides elasticity and volume to the skin, but with age, the levels of HA in the body decline. The decrease in HA can cause wrinkles, sagging and lack of suppleness in the skin.

A dermal filler replaces lost HA whilst stimulating the skin to create new collagen and elastin. After the first treatment, the amount of HA needed to gain the same effect is reduced. I only use products that have been rigorously tested to guarantee their safe and effective use.

The product is resorbed over time, but HA fillers generally last for 6-18 months, depending on the particular product, and Ellansé™ can last for up to 4 years. Different fillers are used for different procedures, and the choice will depend on what is most suitable for you.

A consultation will be carried out for patients interested in treatment with dermal fillers to check there are no medical issues that complicate or preclude treatment.

These treatments are not advised for pregnant and breastfeeding women or those with certain auto-immune problems or hypersensitivities.

They may not be suitable for vegans as whilst they are not derived from animals, there have been animal testing at some point in the manufacture of the product.

A consultation is required to assess suitability for this treatment as well as to go over the risks and benefits in detail.

We only use products that have been rigorously tested to guarantee their safe and effective use over the longer term. Our preferred HA fillers are made by Teoxane.

The main risks of treatment are bruising, redness, swelling and discomfort, which normally resolves in a few days’ time. Lips can take around 2 weeks for swelling to fully resolve.

Extremely rarely, a serious complication of blood vessel occlusion may occur, which needs immediate attention. For this reason, you should only have these treatments performed by suitably trained clinicians.

As with any cosmetic treatment, there may be some slight swelling, redness or bruising, which will usually disappear within a few days. Following treatment, it is advised not to wear make-up for 12 hours or massage the area treated. It is also important to stay out of the sun and heat.

Full aftercare instructions will be given to you as part of the consultation.

The cost of HA fillers depends on the exact product used and the amount required, and we offer a wide range of fillers to suit different budgets. Please note we do not ‘split’ syringes as this is not in line with manufacturers’ guidelines and goes against safe clinical practice.

As a general rule, the treatment costs for the following areas are:

• Lips from £240.
• Cheeks from £300.
• Jawline from £300.
• Mouth to nose or chin areas from £300.
• Tear troughs £320.

An exact cost can be provided at a consultation.