What it is
Dermal filler is a gel placed with precision to support proportion, structure or soft tissue volume. Every plan begins with a full facial assessment.
At a glance
- Treatment time
- Discussed at consultation
- Downtime
- Swelling, tenderness and bruising can occur. Allow up to 2 weeks for the area to settle.
- Results visible
- The result has usually settled. A review can be offered.
- Typically lasts
- Discussed at consultation
- Performed by
- Performed by an aesthetics practitioner with product and complication management training.
- From price
- from £150
Who it suits
Adults seeking subtle support for facial balance, contour or volume change. Suitability is assessed in person.
Risks
- Bruising, swelling and tenderness
- Asymmetry or an unsatisfactory result
- Infection
- Vascular occlusion, a rare medical emergency
Aftercare
- Avoid pressure on the area
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours
- Contact the clinic urgently for severe pain or skin colour change
Who performs it
Performed by an aesthetics practitioner with product and complication management training.
