DERMAL FILLERS & FACIAL FILLERS
Do you have deep lines on your face, even when you're not making expressions? Are your smile creases making you look older? Do you lust after luscious, plump lips? Are your lips shrinking or surrounded by lines? Would you like fuller cheeks or a bigger chin or perhaps a slightly different nose profile? Dermal fillers are marvellous in that they can make small alterations to your appearance, which can make a big difference. Your new look is immediate and you can choose from medium-term fillers or a facial filler that lasts up to 7 years.
Dermal fillers are a safe and instant way of plumping lines and creases, helping you appear younger. The added bonus is that they prevent the lines in your skin from becoming deeper. And there is little or no downtime.
Take a look at the overview of our treatments below, then call us on 1300 88 99 35 to arrange a free private consultation with one of our highly trained team. During the consultation you will be assessed to determine which procedure is best for your skin concern and budget.
You may wonder why we only use the generic term 'filler'. Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) regulations prevent all clinics from advertising these treatments by brand name in public documents. For more information about the individual brands we use, please call us.
Medium-term dermal facial fillers - Hyaluronics
- Concerns: Fine lines, creases and folds around the forehead, nose, mouth and eyes
- Solution: Hyaluronic acid (a natural sugar produced by the body but developed as a synthetic gel solution) is injected into the desired area to 'fill' lines and depressions or plump sunken areas or lips. As it is a natural body product, it is slowly absorbed into the body - it will last 6-12 months, depending on the type and the amount used as well as the site injected.
- Time: 10-20 minutes per session. You may require up to 3 sessions, depending on the size and type of area targeted.
- Recovery: 0 days for lines (there may be slight redness and bruising), overnight for lip enhancement due to redness, slight bruising and swelling.
What are dermal fillers or facial fillers?
Hyaluronics are medium-term dermal facial fillers made from a synthetic polymer of hyaluronic acid. Our skin makes its own hyaluronic acid (it helps retain water under our skin for skin hydration), which is why it is a temporary dermal filler - the body naturally absorbs it after a few months. Due to Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) regulations, all clinics are prevented from advertising these treatments by brand name in public documents. For more information about the individual brands we use, please call us on 1300 88 99 35.
In what areas can it be used?
Smile creases, jowling creases (marionette lines that produce downturned lips), frown and forehead creases, creases around the eyes and hollows underneath the eyes, crease lines above and below the lips, the lips to plump and reshape, the nose, chin, jawline and cheeks to add volume and reshape, and the eyebrows to create lift. During your consultation, the clinician will discuss your needs to determine the amount of dermal filler required. You can begin with a small amount of facial filler and build on this, depending on the result you would like and your budget.
Are they safe?
Hyaluronics have been used around the world for more than 12 years. They are completely safe and are not known to cause allergic reactions.
How do dermal fillers work?
Firstly, the soft gel dermal fillers plump and flatten age lines, creases and depressions (such as smile lines and the lines above and below the lips). Once in place, the skin isn't able to fold in these areas as easily and therefore you receive significant protection from advanced ageing and further collagen loss. Secondly, you are able to fill and enhance facial features, such as the lips, cheeks, chin and nose, where volume is lacking. Not only do they perform a cosmetic enhancement, they prevent the folds and creases from becoming deeper - they act as a cushioning pad plus they stimulate new collagen growth in the base of creases.
What happens during the procedure?
The dermal filler is injected into the desired facial area. Most injections are painless due to you receiving a local anaesthetic, which wears off in 30-40 minutes.
How long does the procedure take?
Usually 10-20 minutes. You may require up to 3 sessions, depending on the size or type of area targeted.
How long will my recovery be and what can I expect from facial fillers?
In most cases you will be able to return to your normal activities straightaway. There is usually no discomfort once the local anaesthetic has worn off. Swelling and some redness is apparent for a few hours. You may also see a few tiny needle prick marks and some local bruising. These can be easily masked with make-up. In the case of lip enhancement, younger people will recover overnight, but older people (with more shrunken and scarred lips) can expect reasonable swelling for 2-3 days.
Is there any aftercare?
Yes. It is important to revisit the clinic for a follow-up dermal filler consultation 3-5 days after your treatment. The clinician will mould and massage the gel padding to ensure there are no lumps, fix any slight movements (which is common) and check if it is providing the maximum repair/support.
How long will they last?
As they are a natural body product, hyaluronics are slowly absorbed into the body and will require topping up after 6-12 months, depending on the type and the amount used and the site injected. The more product used, and the thicker and firmer version of the product, the longer it will remain in place. Also, the less an area moves, the longer it will last
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[Click to reveal our fact sheet on Medium-term dermal fillers - Hyaluronics]
Long-term dermal filler
- Concerns: Deep lines, creases and folds around the forehead, nose, mouth and eyes
- Solution: A gel filler (naturally produced by the body) that is longer-lasting than the hyaluronics. It is injected into the desired area and will last 16-24 months before being absorbed by the body.
- Time: 10-20 minutes per session. You may require up to 3 sessions, depending on the size and type of area targeted.
- Recovery: 0 days for lines (there may be slight redness and bruising), overnight for lip enhancement due to redness, slight bruising and swelling.
What is it?
This is a long-term dermal filler. This substance also occurs naturally in the body, which is why it is a temporary filler - the body naturally absorbs it over about 2 years. Due to Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) regulations, all clinics are prevented from advertising these treatments by brand name in public documents. For more information about the individual brands we use, please call us on 1300 88 99 35.
In what areas can dermal fillers be used?
Smile creases, jowling creases (marionette lines that produce downturned lips), frown and forehead creases, the nose, chin, jawline and cheeks to add volume and reshape, and the eyebrows to create lift. During your consultation, the clinician will discuss your needs to determine the amount of facial filler required. You can begin with a small amount of filler and build on this, depending on the result you would like and your budget.
Are dermal facial fillers safe?
This facial filler is completely safe and there have been no known allergic reactions.
How does it work?
Firstly, the soft gel filler plumps and flattens age lines, creases and depressions (such as smile lines and smoker's lines). Once in place, the skin isn't able to fold in these areas as easily and therefore you receive significant protection from advanced ageing and further collagen loss. Secondly, you are able to fill and enhance facial features, such as the lips, cheeks, chin and nose, where volume is lacking. Not only does the dermal filler perform a cosmetic enhancement, it prevents the folds and creases from becoming deeper - it acts as a cushioning pad plus it stimulates new collagen growth (moreso than the hyaluronics) in the base of creases. It also builds up more volume than the hyaluronics and therefore less product is required.
What happens during the procedure?
The filler is injected into the desired area. Most injections are painless due to you receiving a local anaesthetic, which wears off in 30-40 minutes.
How long does the procedure take?
Usually 10-20 minutes. You may require up to 3 sessions, depending on the size or type of area targeted.
How long will my recovery be and what can I expect?
In most cases you will be able to return to your normal activities straightaway.
There is usually no discomfort once the local anaesthetic has worn off. Swelling and some redness is apparent for a few hours. You may also see a few tiny needle prick marks and some local bruising. These can be easily masked with make-up.
Is there any aftercare?
Yes. It is important to revisit the clinic for a follow-up consultation 3-5 days after your treatment. The clinician will mould and massage the gel padding to ensure there are no lumps, fix any slight movements (which is common) and check if it is providing the maximum repair/support.
How long will it last?
As it is a natural body product, the dermal facial fillers are slowly absorbed into the body and will require topping up after 16 months to 2 years. The more product used, and the thicker and firmer version of the product, the longer it will remain in place. Also, the less an area moves, the longer it will last
[Click to reveal our fact sheet on Long-term dermal filler]
Permanent dermal filler
- Concerns: Fine to deep lines, creases and folds around the forehead, nose, mouth and eyes
- Solution: The most permanent of all fillers, it is made of a safe synthetic polymer that is not a natural body product and so is not easily absorbed by the body. After injecting the soft, pliable gel into the desired area, it should last 5-7 years. It is recommended that you experience the results of a semi-permanent filler before using this more permanent facial filler.
- Time: 10-20 minutes per session. You may require up to 3 sessions, depending on the size and type of area targeted.
- Recovery: 0 days for lines (there may be slight redness and bruising), overnight for lip enhancement due to redness, slight bruising and swelling
What is it?
This is a synthetic polymer used to fill and augment skin tissue. It is considered a 'permanent' dermal facial filler because it isn't a 'natural body product' and so should not be absorbed into the skin. Due to Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) regulations, all clinics are prevented from advertising these treatments by brand name in public documents. For more information about the individual brands we use, please call us on 1300 88 99 35.
In what areas can it be used?
Smile creases, jowling creases (marionette lines that produce downturned lips), frown and forehead creases, creases around the eyes and hollows underneath the eyes, crease lines above and below the lips, the lips to plump and reshape, the nose, chin, jawline and cheeks to add volume and reshape, and the eyebrows to create lift. During your consultation, the clinician will discuss your needs to determine the amount of dermal filler required. You can begin with a small amount of facial filler and build on this, depending on the result you would like and your budget.
Is it safe?
This filler is completely safe and there have been no known allergic reactions.
How does it work?
Firstly, the soft gel filler plumps and flattens age lines, creases and depressions (such as smile lines and lines around the lips). Once in place, the skin isn't able to fold in these areas as easily and therefore you receive significant protection from advanced ageing and further collagen loss. Secondly, you are able to fill and enhance facial features, such as the lips, cheeks, chin and nose, where volume is lacking.
What happens during the procedure?
The facial filler is injected into the desired area. Most injections are painless due to you receiving a local anaesthetic, which wears off in 30-40 minutes.
How long does the procedure take?Usually 10-20 minutes, depending on the area targeted
How long will my recovery be and what can I expect?
In most cases you will be able to return to your normal activities straightaway.
There is usually no discomfort once the local anaesthetic has worn off. Swelling and some redness is apparent for a few hours. You may also see a few tiny needle prick marks and some local bruising. These can be easily masked with make-up.
Is there any aftercare?
Yes. It is important to revisit the clinic for a follow-up consultation 3-5 days after your treatment. The clinician will mould and massage the gel padding to ensure there are no lumps, fix any slight movements (which is common) and check if it is providing the maximum repair/support.
How long will it last?
This dermal filler will last at least 5-7 years in the area it has been injected, and it cannot be removed. Therefore, you need to be sure that you want the area filled and you need to choose a reliable injector. Dr Cussell at the Facial Rejuvenation Clinic is highly qualified and has completed hundreds of procedures.
[Click to reveal our fact sheet on Permanent dermal filler]
