Dermal Fillers

Dermal Fillers are substances/gels injected beneath the skin’s surface to smooth wrinkles and add volume and contour. The products are composed of stabilised Hyaluronic Acid (HA) which occurs naturally in the cells of the skin. It works by drawing in water and therefore augmenting the skin, thus reducing the wrinkle treated. It is by no means permanent and is totally biodegradable. Depending on the type of Dermal Fillers, results can last between six months to two years. Dermal Fillers are very safe and have been used extensively in aesthetic medicine.

The face loses volume and contour when we age, the bones and the soft tissue change in volume and contribute to the appearance of sagging. Dermal Fillers are used to replace this volume lost and restore the structural support, giving the patient a more youthful appearance. An analysis of the face and discussion about patient concerns will reveal the areas that need treatment. Any area of the face can be treated if the correct product is used. The aim is to make the face look more rejuvenated.

Absolutely! Dermal Fillers deliver great results as a treatment on its own or in combination with other injectable aesthetic treatments currently on offer. This can also be combined with a multitude of other facial treatments on offer at South William Clinic when spaced a few weeks apart.Our Doctor and Skin Experts can assist with putting together a treatment plan to address your skin concerns.

Yes. We use only products with proven safety records. Hyaluronic Acid is a substance which occurs naturally in the cells of the skin, thus there is no risk of allergic reactions. Fillers, like all medical procedures, always have a chance of side effects and complications, however, if performed by an experienced and qualified practitioner, the risk is minimal. A Medical Practitioner will be able to manage any unexpected complications. Qualified experienced practitioners can use an enzyme to dissolve the filler should that be advised.

Generally, basic Dermal Filler procedures require no anaesthetic as the Dermal Filler contains local anaesthetic. It is simple and straight-forward, involving injections with either needle or cannula directly into the skin or just below the skin, and takes between 15-30 minutes. Make-up can be applied immediately after the procedure and you can go straight back to work. Results can be seen immediately. The procedure varies depending on your requirements, the product used and the concern being treated.

Dermal Fillers are used to replace volume loss and restore the structural support within the treatment area, giving the patient a more youthful appearance. Dermal Fillers are used to treat the following skin conditions:Signs of AgeingFine LinesSagging SkinAcne scarring and other recessed scars