Dermal Fillers: A Guide to Non-Surgical Rejuvenation

What are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are a popular non-surgical cosmetic treatment that can help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and facial volume loss. They are injected into the skin to add volume, enhance facial features, and create a more youthful appearance.

How Do Dermal Fillers Work?

Dermal fillers are typically made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance found in the body. Hyaluronic acid helps to hydrate the skin and maintain its elasticity. When injected into the skin, dermal fillers can:

• Smooth wrinkles and fine lines: By filling in the spaces between skin cells.

• Enhance facial volume: By restoring lost volume in areas such as the cheeks, lips, and temples.

• Define facial features: By creating a more sculpted appearance.

What are the Benefits of Dermal Fillers?

• Natural-looking results: Dermal fillers can provide subtle, natural-looking results.

• Minimal downtime: The procedure is relatively quick and requires little to no downtime.

• Temporary results: The effects of dermal fillers are temporary, allowing you to see if you like the results before committing to a permanent treatment.

• Versatility: Dermal fillers can be used to address a variety of concerns, from smoothing wrinkles to enhancing facial features.

What can Dermal Fillers be used for?

These are just some examples of the treatments that can be offered with Dermal Fillers, all of which are offered at Dr Chandla Aesthetics:

• Lip Augmentation: Dermal fillers can be used to enhance the shape and volume of the lips.

• Cheek Augmentation: They can help to restore lost volume in the cheeks, giving the face a more youthful and defined appearance.

• Nasolabial Folds: Dermal fillers can reduce the appearance of nasolabial folds, the lines that run from the nose to the corners of the mouth.

• Marionette Lines: They can also help to improve the appearance of marionette lines, the lines that run from the corners of the mouth to the chin.

Are Dermal Fillers Safe?

Dermal fillers are generally considered safe when administered by a qualified healthcare professional. However, as with any medical procedure, there are potential risks, such as:   

• Allergic reactions: While rare, allergic reactions can occur.

• Infection: The injection site can become infected.

• Lumps or bumps: Lumps or bumps may form at the injection site.

• Vascular occlusion: a rare but serious complication where blood supply is blocked by dermal filler

All complications are rare, especially when performed by a trained medical professional with a licence to practice in a safe environment. It is important that your practitioner is able to manage these complications and is registered with a support group such as the Aesthetic Complications Expert Group (ACE) or Complications in Medical Aesthetics Collaborative (CMAC).

Choosing a Provider

It's important to choose a qualified and experienced healthcare professional, trained to manage any complications that may arise, to administer your dermal fillers.

Dr Chandla is a GMC registered doctor and is registered with the Aesthetic Complications Expert Group, a worldwide network offering guidelines and support to medical practitioners in the management of aesthetic complications.

Conclusion

Dermal fillers can be a great way to enhance your appearance and boost your confidence. If you're considering this treatment, it's important to do your research, choose a reputable provider, and have realistic expectations about the results.

At Dr Chandla Aesthetics we will conduct a free consultation to discuss your cosmetic goals and set out a bespoke treatment plan. Get in touch or complete our online consultation form to begin your aesthetics journey with us.