Ultimate Guide to Dermal Fillers

Over time, our faces begin to be impacted by wrinkles, folds, lines and depressions. Sometimes, it feels like they’re out of our control or our faces lack volume. One solution for many people is dermal fillers. This treatment is excellent at adding volume to areas of your face and filling lines where wrinkles have developed.

In this ultimate guide, we’ll provide everything you need to know about dermal fillers and answer some of the commonly asked questions from our dermatology clinic in Southampton.

Dermal fillers have a wide range of uses, some of which are more common than others. Therefore, before any skin treatment, we will have a full consultation with you to determine the best options for the look you are trying to achieve. Some of the common areas that our clients have dermal fillers include:

Cheeks – To raise the volume of your cheekbones for a more defined bone structure.

Lips – Enhance your lip’s natural shape and volume for the perfect pout.

Chin – Define the chin and jowl area for a beautifully balanced profile.

Tear Trough – To reduce the appearance of dark circles for a brighter, refreshed, youthful look.

Jaw – To define your face for a stronger jaw and overall slimmer appearance.

Hand – Not the most apparent filler use, but you can combat the first signs of ageing with this rejuvenating treatment.

Ear Lobe – Erase the effects of heavy jewellery that has stretched your earlobes.

Neck Line – To reduce the signs of ageing around the neck.

Décolletage – Deep hydration to add volume, fight the signs of age, and revitalise the skin tone.

Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty – This pain-free 15-minute nose job allows us to perfect your face’s symmetry.

If you are considering dermal fillers for an area not mentioned above, get in touch with one of our experienced dermatologists in Southampton. At your pre-treatment consultation, we’ll be able to help you to find the solution that is best for your desired goals.

As with everything in life, we want to see immediate results. Regarding dermal fillers, you can expect the “final result” anywhere from 7 to 10 days following your treatment. During this time, any treatment-related swelling or bruising lessens, and the treated area returns to its natural form and elasticity.

As our ultimate guide to Botox injectables explains, the common side effects of injectable treatments are often very minor. Their lack of side effects is one reason why these treatments have become so popular.

Side effects from injectable treatments commonly occur around the site of the injection. Some of the side effects that are common from using dermal fillers include:

• Bruising
• Swelling
• Redness
• Tenderness

Before any treatment, we will have a consultation with you to discuss your medical history and recommend the best treatment for you. If we believe you may react more severely than the side effects mentioned above, we will not recommend that treatment.

The side effects often reduce to nothing within the first seven days after treatment and are often very minor discomforts. As a result, many clients do not experience side effects, and those that do are often very mild.

We would encourage clients to avoid significant events or strenuous activities for up to a week after having fillers. That said, attending a social gathering on the same day would be fine as the swelling at the injection site often only lasts around 30-60 minutes.

The length of time dermal fillers last depends on a few factors, including the type of filler used, the treated area and the volume of filler used. Depending on the above, dermal fillers typically last between 6 to 18 months. Our dermatologists will be able to provide a more accurate timeline at your first consultation after determining your exact treatment.

Although people often feel a slight discomfort with injections, having fillers injected is much less painful than many expect. The application technique usually determines the comfort of the treatment. Our clinically-trained practitioners have a vast amount of experience in the medical industry, giving us the confidence to perform treatments in a comfortable way for our clients.

Dermal fillers cost around £200 to upwards of £500, depending on the clinic. Things that impact the cost of fillers include the type of product used, the number of syringes used, and the complexity of the treated area.

We offer lip augmentation for £200 up to £395 for non-surgical rhinoplasty. Our dermatologists will be able to provide an accurate cost following a full consultation to understand your desired goals.

Whether you’re having dermal fillers for the 1st or the 50th time, our highly qualified dermatology professionals will help to make your treatment as comfortable and stress-free as possible. With vast experience in the medical industry, our clinic practitioners have confidence in all the treatments we perform. In addition, we can answer any questions you may have and strive to give you the best experience possible.

Our safe and professional environment aims to help you feel at ease before, during and after your treatment. We understand how medical and cosmetic treatments can sometimes feel daunting, so making you feel comfortable is a fundamental part of our experience.

Contact us to book a consultation and discuss your dermal filler goals with a fully qualified medical expert.