Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are a minimally invasive, non-surgical cosmetic procedure used to enhance facial features by adding volume and plumpness for an overall fresher and rejuvenated look.
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Dermal fillers consist of a concentrated gel-like substance called hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid (HA or hyaluronan) is a compound naturally produced and found in the skin. It works to heal, hydrate and promote collagen formation for a smoother texture with elasticity. We naturally cycle through our own production of HA every 24hrs and as we age this cycle declines in productivity leading to the loss of volume in our face and body – our bones resorb and the fat pads that lay on top begin to thin.

Some common areas of concern include the lips, cheeks, chin, jawline, marionettes, nasolabial folds, tear troughs, temples, and fine lines. There are different types of filler that accommodate different areas. These differences lie within the viscosity of the filler, i.e. thin gels are used for fine lines, thin to medium gels are used to define and volumize the lips and surrounding area, thick gels are used to sculpt the cheeks, jawline, temples and chin, etc.

Results with dermal fillers are immediate and last approximately 6 – 24mths depending on what type of filler you use and where it’s injected. Downtime is minimal.

At Face Doctors, we have qualified doctors and nurses here to help you achieve your aesthetic goals and answer any questions you may have regarding cosmetic procedures.