Dermal fillers can make lips fuller, lip lines crisper, fill in fine lines, smooth wrinkles and improve scars.

This is achieved by injecting small amounts of filler into the designated area which fills out and smoothes the skin. These substances can also be used to provide increased volume and definition in lip augmentation. The procedure for all dermal fillers is completed within a half hour, results are immediate and patients are able to resume normal activity without delay. There are many types of fillers available. Dr Feldman uses the brands Juvederm, Restylane and Esthelis.

For smoothing wrinkles, sculpting lips, and improving other facial features, the safe and popular clear gel( well known brand names such as juvederm, esthelis, restylane voluma, ultraplus, fortelis) injections, Dr Feldman uses a non-animal-based natural sugar compound- Hyalronic acid . This is found in the skin and naturally depletes as we age.

Dermal fillers are administered in the doctor's office and are often performed with local anaesthesia, depending on the area being treated. Depending upon the extent of the treatment, the procedure can take from a few minutes up to 30 minutes. Patients return home shortly after the procedure. Finding a doctor with specific Restylane injection experience is important for safety and for achieving optimal results.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Hyaluronic acid ?

Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that is found throughout your body. It gives volume to the skin, lubricates the joints and gives the eyes their shape. The hyaluronic acid in used in our dermal fillers is stabilized for long duration and is not of animal or human origin.

How long does the treatment take?

A treatment generally takes 30 minutes. The time differs somewhat, depending on the area and the correction you wish to have performed.

Does the treatment hurt?

Most people find the injections relatively painless. A topical anaesthetic cream may be applied to the area being treated prior to your procedure. A local anaesthetic injection may also be used depending on the area being treated.

How soon will I see results?

The results can be seen immediately. There is a brief period of redness or swelling (usually an hour after which the final result is evident.

What will I look like after the treatment?

Immediately after the treatment, you can expect slight redness, swelling, tenderness or an itching sensation in the treated area. This is a normal result of the injection. The discomfort is temporary and generally disappears quickly,

Can filler be removed?

Yes. If the results of the treatment are unsatisfactory, Dermal filler can always be dissolved with the injection of a safe, naturally occurring enzyme. It is extremely rare to have to reverse iinjections, but it gives patients peace of mind to know that reversal is possible and easy.

Are there any side effects?

The rate of reactions to dermal fillers is very low. However, after the treatment some injection-related reactions may occur, such as swelling, bruising, and tenderness at the injection site. These typically resolve spontaneously within a few days after injection into the skin and within a week after the injection into the lips.

How long does the effect of a Dermal fillers treatment last?

Dermal filler lasts for about 6 tp 12 months in most areas. We have seen that under the eyes it tends to last about 8 months. The length of time the effect of a treatment lasts is very individual and depends on many factors, such as the structure of your skin, lifestyle, age, and the degree of perfection demanded and the injection technique of the practitioner. Experience indicates that touch-up and follow-up treatments will add to the duration. Most people choose to have a new treatment within a year after the treatment of wrinkles and folds and within 6 months

How will my skin look without follow up treatments?

The correction will gradually disappear until your skin looks like it did before the treatment. Follow-up injections will help you maintain your correction.

Are there any alternative or additional Treatments?

There may be alternative treatment options, depending on your condition. Other minimally invasive procedures include Botox. For severe signs of aging, surgical procedures may be more appropriate, such as a suture facelift, forehead lift, and eyelid surgery. Your doctor may recommend additional treatments in conjunction with dermal fillers, such as chemical peel, or microdermabrasion.