Dermal Fillers Frequently Asked Questions

What is a dermal filler?

A dermal filler is a modified form of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance found in human skin and throughout the body. Since a dermal filler is based on natural hyaluronic acid, your body biologically accepts it as its own. Dermal fillers also mimic the same hydrating and lifting effect of hyaluronic acid, which keeps the skin hydrated and elastic, helping you look and feel great. All it takes is a few simple injections under the surface of the skin, to help fill in and smooth away facial lines and wrinkles, acne scars, or other skin contour deficiencies and you'll see the improvements immediately!

What are common dermal fillers?

At Face and Body we use the following dermal filler products: Juvederm Ultra, Restylane, Restylane Lipp, Restylane Vital, Restylane Light, Perlane and Teosyal Kiss.  Our skilled practitioners knowwhich dermal filler will achieve the best results for which lines, wrinkles and folds.

How do dermal fillers work?

A dermal filler is injected just beneath the skin surface to replace the collagen and hyaluronic acid support layers which have deteriorated. It instantly supports your skin, smoothing wrinkles, most types of scars, corrects skin contour deficiencies and improves facial lines typically found between the eyes, and around the mouth area

What are the advantages of dermal filler treatments?

The advantages of dermal fillers are:

• Suitable for all skin types - requires no pre-treatment skin test.
• Wide range of filler options available for the treatment of light to extremely severe wrinkles.
• Provides immediate, visible result that last approximately 6 to 9 months.
• Very safe to use, only minor side-effects observed (erythema / light edema).
• Naturally based, highly purified and biodegradable.
• Cost effective and can be tailored to your budget.

What can I expect from my dermal filler treatment?

You can expect immediate results. In just one dermal filler treatment you will see a real difference, with a softening of facial lines, wrinkles, and scars and the improvement of lines around the mouth area. The great news is that dermal fillers are very similar to the hyaluronic acid found in the body, which means we don't need to do any skin tests, and you can be treated on your very first visit to your Practitioner.

How often would I require a dermal filler treatment?

Everyone's skin is different. That is why the timing of any additional treatment varies from person to person. Because a dermal filler is a naturally based, biological material it will eventually break down and be absorbed by your body and that is why you will need ongoing treatments to maintain the look you want. If you choose not to continue with your treatment any remaining dermal filler is simply absorbed by your body over time and your skin gradually returns to its natural contours.

Together with your practitioner, you can tailor a personal treatment programme that suits you best. That is why it is so important to develop a relationship with someone you are comfortable with. You will be looked after by a highly trained health professional but you should also work to create a long-term relationship so that you can rely on them to provide exactly the look you want. It also makes it easier if you want to drop in for a dermal filler touch-up treatment just for that special occasion.

Are there any reactions to dermal filler treatments?

There may be some local treatment responses and these are perfectly normal. They can include temporary discomfort, discolouration or mild to moderate redness and swelling. Typically these responses are temporary and, if they do occur, will usually go away within a couple of days.

We have found that many people who have a dermal filler treatment return to work or their usual activities that same day. Since dermal fillers are not a permanent treatment, you will need to come back once or twice a year to maintain and enjoy the younger, fresher, smoother look a dermal filler can give you. Dermal filler treatments are so easy; you can phone your Practitioner and make the changes you want today.

Is a dermal filler treatment painful?

You may feel an initial sting but only for a moment. Juvederm has a local anesthetic within the gel that does not require any additional anesthetic and is injected using extremely fine needles . We offer anesthetic cream and / or total numbness with a dental anesthetic for treatments with dermal fillers that do not contain a local anesthetic. When restoring definition and plumpness to lips we will ensure that you are totally comfortable, we look after you.