OVERVIEW INFORMATION

As we age, our faces begin to show the effects of gravity, sun exposure and years of facial muscle movement, such as smiling, chewing and squinting. The underlying tissues that keep our skin looking youthful and plumped up begin to break down, often leaving laugh lines, smile lines, crow's feet or facial creases over the areas where this muscle movement occurs.

Soft-tissue fillers can help fill in these lines and creases, temporarily restoring a smoother, more youthful-looking appearance. When injected beneath the skin, these fillers plump up creased and sunken areas of the face. They can also add fullness to the lips and cheeks.

If you're considering a facial-rejuvenation treatment with injectable fillers, this information will give you a basic understanding of the procedure - when injectables can help, how the procedure is performed, and what results you can expect. It may not answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Please ask your doctor if there is anything about the procedure you don't understand.

Injectable fillers are primarily used to improve the appearance of the skin's texture. They can help fill out deep facial wrinkles, creases and furrows, "sunken" cheeks, skin depressions and some types of scars. They can also be used to add a fuller, more sensuous look to the lips.

Injectables are usually not sufficient for severe surface wrinkles on the face, such as multiple vertical "lipstick lines" that sometimes form around the mouth. Instead, your cosmetic surgeon may suggest a resurfacing technique, such as chemical peel. Rather than filling in facial lines, resurfacing methods strip away the outer layers of the skin to produce a smoother appearance.

Deep folds in the face or brow caused by overactive muscles or by loose skin may be more effectively treated with cosmetic surgery, such as a facelift or browlift. Injectables are sometimes used in conjunction with facial surgery procedures however, injectables alone cannot change facial contour the way surgery can.

Juverderm Ultra

Juverderm Ultra is a hyaluronic acid based filler which can restore the first signs of volume loss and rejuvenate the face. Using a very fine needle Juverderm is injected under the surface of the skin, superficially, to plump out fine lines and wrinkles. Juverderm is mainly used in the nasolabial folds, for wrinkle treatment and lip definition & volume. It contains Lidocaine to help reduce any discomfort during treatment.

The duration of the effect can depend on age, how much filler is injected, and the injection site. However, the results can be expected to last for up to one year after treatment.

Juverderm Ultra is £400.00 for 1 box

(2 x syringes 0.55mls)

Restylane Sub Q

Restylane Sub Q restores deeper volume loss associated with aging. It is made from hyaluronic acid that binds water in the skin to restore fullness, giving a youthful look. Restylane Sub Q adds definition to flat cheeks, restores fullness to a mid-face profile, and improves areas around the eyes, mouth and chin. This treatment is recommended for patients with more defined lines, as it can be injected deep into the skin layer and can replace lost volume in the face.

Restylane Sub Q is long lasting, in excess of a year, but it is not permanent.

A top up maybe required after 9 - 12 months.

Restylane Sub Q starts from £800.00 for 2mls

Restylane Vital Pen Injector

Restylane Vital pen injector counters the effects of sun damage and provides deep dermal hydration. It improves skin elasticity, making the skin look hydrated and feel smooth to the touch. It is perfect for difficult-to-treat areas, such as the delicate area around the eyes, the backs of hands or décolletage.

Restylane Vital pen injector provides deep dermal hydration, moisturizing from within to improve skin tone and health. It diminishes the fine crêpey lines caused by sun damage and the natural aging process and smoothes the skin to give a plump and hydrated look.

The benefits of the Restylane Vital pen injector treatment generally last for several months and can be maintained by a repeated treatment once or twice a year. However, there are no restrictions on how often you can be treated.

Typically, four treatments are recommended for optimal results, with each treatment being given every 3 - 4 weeks, with maintenance treatments thereafter 1 - 2 times per year.

Restylane Vital Pen Injector is £800.00 for a course of 4 treatments.

£200.00 for maintenance treatments.