Dermal Fillers
What are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are non-surgical cosmetic treatments used to bring a more youthful appearance by restoring volume or fullness to the face and lips.
They work by reducing or eliminating lines, wrinkles and folds in the skin and the effect is seen immediately after treatment.
As skin ages, both naturally and because of other factors such as sun damage, smoking, stress and poor diet we loose collagen, elastin, fat and other natural moisturising substances from our skin. These can be thought of as the natural scaffolding that keeps it looking young and feeling firm. With less of these our skin becomes thinner and we start to see lines wrinkles and folds developing.
Dermal fillers restore the volume that time and life style have taken away.
What are Dermal Fillers Made of?
Fillers are either permanent, non- permanent or semi permanent. At James Willis faces we advise non-permanent products as these are very safe and produce highly predictable results.
These fillers are made from Hyaluronic Acid: a synthetic version of a naturally occurring constituent of skin and connective tissue.
F.A.Q. Dermal Fillers
Who will benefit from filler treatment?
Facial fillers will benefit anyone concerned by lines or furrows from nose to mouth or lines around the mouth. Also those who would like more definition to their lips. We treat clients of all ages. Younger clients are usually looking for a lip contour enhancement whilst older clients may be seeking a more generalized facial enhancement. As one client put it
‘ My face feels like a tent that has sagged: your treatment has tightened up the guy ropes’
What products do we use?
There is a wide range of non- permanent products available. We use mainly;
• Juvederm Ultra
• The Teosyl range
• Restylane
• Perlane
• Cristal
What areas can be treated?
• Nose to mouth lines
• Lip contour and volume
• ‘Marionette lines’: around the chin
• Cheek implants
• Frown lines
• Crows feet around the eyes.
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Is the procedure painful?
No. Some products like Juvederm Ultra contain anaesthetic which makes the procedure comfortable. For treatment around the lips and mouth we tend to use Local Anaesthetic so that the area being treated is completely numb: the same feeling that you have with a dental anaesthetic.
How long does the procedure take?
Depending on the area being treated, the procedure usually takes about twenty minutes.
What result will I see immediately after treatment?
The result is immediate. Your skin will appear younger and smoother.
Are there any after effects?
Initially there is a little redness and swelling that usually subsides after twelve hours. You may experience some bruising which subsides over time. These after effects are all quite normal.
Can I go back to work immediately?
Yes. There will be a little redness swelling and perhaps slight bruising. These can generally be disguised with make up.
How long will the enhancement last?
We like to provide a relaxed and un-hurried treatment environment and the procedure usually takes 20 to 30 minutes. The enhancement lasts from three to twelve months depending on the product and the areas being treated. Subsequent treatments tend to last a little longer.
How much does it cost?
We give individual assessments of cost and always give good value for money. Costs start at £250.
Will the face return to how it was once the product has all gone?
Yes. After several months your face will start to return to its pre-treatment appearance. At this point it is time to book a further session.
What about Lip Enhancement?
Lip enhancement is an excellent way to remove lines around the mouth: so called smokers lines. It is also an excellent way to create fuller lips for that sensual smile. Results are instant and last for 4 to 6 months. Repeat treatments can be done and have no long-term effect on the lip.
What happened with the ‘Trout Pout’?
A well-known celebrity experienced a much-publicized mis-hap following a lip procedure. To her absolute credit she made a television documentary to highlight her plight. So what happened? As she readily admits she made three mistakes. Firstly she didn’t check the credentials of her practitioner. Secondly she chose a permanent not a resorbable product. Thirdly she was allergic to the product used.
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