Waterfront Private Hospital

Dermal Fillers

Injectable hyaluronic acid gels that restore lost volume, smooth wrinkles and folds, and enhance facial contours — with immediately visible results.

Quick Facts

Type

Non-surgical

Treatment Time

10-40 min

Anaesthesia

Numbing cream

Downtime

Minimal

Results

Immediate

Brands

Juvederm & Restylane

Reversible

Yes (dissolvable)

Consultation

£200

Overview

Dermal fillers are injectable gels containing hyaluronic acid — a substance that occurs naturally in the skin. They restore lost volume, smooth wrinkles and folds, and enhance facial contours. We use premium brands (Juvederm and Restylane), which have an excellent safety profile and have been administered to millions of patients worldwide.

Built-in safety net: A key advantage of hyaluronic acid fillers is that they can be dissolved if needed — particularly important for treatments around sensitive areas such as the eyes.

Who Is This Treatment For?

  • •Those with volume loss from ageing (hollow cheeks, temples, under-eyes)
  • •Deep wrinkles and folds (nasolabial folds, marionette lines)
  • •Lip enhancement and definition
  • •Jawline contouring and definition
  • •Cheek augmentation and fullness
  • •Asymmetry correction
  • •Those not yet ready for, or not needing, surgical intervention

What Does the Treatment Involve?

After assessing your facial anatomy and discussing your goals, the practitioner injects small amounts of filler using a fine needle or cannula. Numbing cream can be applied beforehand for comfort. The treatment takes 10-40 minutes depending on the areas being treated.

Results are immediately visible, though mild swelling over the first few days means the final result is seen once this settles. Fillers can be combined with botulinum toxin or laser therapy for comprehensive non-surgical rejuvenation.

Risks & Considerations

  • ⚠Redness: Common; typically resolves within 2 days
  • ⚠Swelling and bruising: Expected; resolves over a few days
  • ⚠Lumpiness: Temporary; can take weeks to resolve fully
  • ⚠Vascular occlusion: Extremely rare; if filler enters a blood vessel, prompt treatment with dissolving enzyme is administered
  • ⚠Vision changes: Exceedingly rare with eye-area injections; underscores the importance of an experienced injector
  • ⚠Infection: Very rare
  • ⚠Asymmetry: Can be corrected with further treatment or dissolving

Recovery Overview

First 12 hours

Avoid touching the treated area and avoid makeup.

Until swelling subsides

Avoid vigorous exercise and extreme temperatures.

First 2 weeks

Avoid other facial procedures, facials or chemical peels. Postpone dental work during healing.

Same day onwards

Most patients return to all normal activities immediately; final result as swelling settles.

Alternatives to Consider

For longer-lasting results, fat transfer uses your own tissue to restore volume permanently. Surgical options such as a facelift may be more appropriate for significant skin laxity.

Questions? Get in Touch

An initial consultation costs £200 and includes a comprehensive assessment with your practitioner. There is absolutely no obligation to proceed.

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