What are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are injectable gels made primarily from hyaluronic acid, a substance naturally found in the skin. When placed in specific areas, they restore lost volume, add structure, enhance contours, or smooth lines.
Fillers work by integrating with surrounding tissue to provide support beneath the skin. Different filler types are used depending on the area treated, depth of placement required and your specific anatomy.
What Do Dermal Fillers Treats
Facial Volume Enhancement:
- Cheek volume loss and flattening
- Temple hollowing
- Mid-face volume restoration
Facial Contouring:
- Jawline definition and sculpting
- Chin projection and balance
- Nose reshaping (non-surgical rhinoplasty)
Lines and Folds:
- Nasolabial folds (lines from nose to mouth)
- Marionette lines (lines from mouth to chin)
- Lip lines and smoker’s lines
Lip Enhancement:
- Lip volume and fullness
- Lip shape and definition
- Asymmetry correction
Under-Eye Rejuvenation:
- Tear trough hollows
- Under-eye bags and circles
- Lid-cheek junction improvement
Hand Rejuvenation:
- Volume loss in hands
- Visible veins and tendons
Fillers work by restoring volume and structure, not by tightening skin or treating surface texture.
Treatment Areas Explained
Cheek Enhancement
Duration: 12 to 18 months
Jawline Contouring
Chin Augmentation
Lip Enhancement
Under-Eye (Tear Trough) Treatment
Nasolabial Folds
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty
Types of Hyaluronic Acid Fillers
Different filler formulations are designed for specific purposes and depths:
Characteristics: Thicker consistency, deeper placement, creates foundational structure
Characteristics: Firm yet moldable, maintains shape, provides structure without migration
Characteristics: Softer consistency, superficial to mid-dermal placement, natural feel
Characteristics: Very soft, superficial placement, integrates smoothly with skin
Product selection is based on the area treated, depth of placement required and your specific anatomy, not patient preference alone.
How Dermal Fillers Work
Treatment Process:
Skin is cleansed and prepared
Numbing cream or local anesthetic applied for comfort
Filler placed using precise injection technique
Area is massaged and shaped for optimal result
Assessment and any adjustments made
What to Expect During and After Treatment
During your session
- Treatment time: 30 to 60 minutes depending on areas treated
- Numbing cream or local anesthetic for comfort
- Filler placed using needles or cannulas based on area
- Immediate feedback and adjustments possible
Immediately After
- Results visible right away
- Mild swelling or redness at injection sites
- Some areas may feel firm initially as product settles
- Avoid intense exercise, alcohol and excessive heat for 24 hours
Recovery and Results
- Any swelling typically subsides within 2 to 7 days
Bruising possible but usually minimal - Final result settles over 1 to 2 weeks
- Duration varies by product and area (6 to 18 months)
- Follow-up assessment scheduled if needed
Who Are Dermal Fillers Suitable For?
Dermal fillers are appropriate if you have:
Volume loss in face or hands
Facial contour concerns (weak chin, undefined jawline)
Lip thinning or asymmetry
Under-eye hollows or tired appearance
Realistic expectations about outcomes
Fillers are not suitable for:
Skin laxity or sagging (requires tightening treatments)
Surface wrinkles or texture (requires resurfacing treatments)
Significant excess skin (may require surgical intervention)
Not everyone is a candidate for filler in every area. During consultation, we assess facial structure and discuss whether fillers will achieve the outcome you’re looking for.