Dermal Fillers
Our surgical clinicians will thoroughly explain the procedure, answer any questions, and create a bespoke treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Summary Guide
Duration: 15 – 30 minutes
Follow-up appointment: typically 2 weeks post procedure
Anaesthetic: numbing cream or local anaesthetic is often used to improve the experience
Downtime: none
Noticeable results: immediate
Length of results: typically 6 – 24 months
Our surgeon’s appreciation of anatomy allows us to understand the key anatomical changes associated with ageing. Dermal fillers are injectable treatments designed to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial features. They have become a vital part of the aesthetic surgeon’s armamentarium in restoring a more youthful, healthier shape and improving the contours it once had.
What are dermal fillers?
Dermal fillers are made from the naturally occurring hyaluronic acid and the gel-like substance is injected to fill areas of lost or deficient volume and smooth facial lines. Treatment is quick, with immediate visible results, and minimal downtime.
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The Oxley will work with you to maximise the effects of any treatment. The following considerations should be made:
Consultation: Make sure to have a detailed consultation with your qualified healthcare provider. Share any relevant medical history, including allergies, medications, and any previous cosmetic treatments.
Avoid Certain Medications: Unless prescribed, avoid taking blood thinners (like aspirin or ibuprofen) to reduce the risk of bruising. Your doctor may also advise stopping certain supplements, such as Vitamin E or fish oil. Please make your clinician aware of this pre-procedure.
No Facial Treatments: Avoid facials, chemical peels, or microdermabrasion 1-2 weeks before your Botox treatment to ensure your skin is in the best condition.
Avoid Alcohol: Refrain from drinking alcohol for 24 hours before your treatment, as it can increase the risk of bruising.
Arrive with Clean Skin: Make sure your face is clean and free of makeup or other products when you arrive for your Botox appointment
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Although the downtime of injections is minimal, we recommend the following advice:
Stay Upright: For at least 4 hours after the procedure, avoid lying down to help prevent the filler from shifting.
Avoid Touching or Massaging the Treated Areas: Don’t rub, massage, or apply pressure to the treated areas for 24 hours to prevent the filler from moving.
Exercise: Wait 24 hours before engaging in strenuous exercise or activities that might cause excessive sweating.
Avoid Heat: Avoid hot tubs, saunas, or direct sun exposure for the first 24 hours to reduce the risk of irritation or increased swelling.
Bruising and Swelling: Mild swelling, redness, or bruising at the injection site is common and typically resolves in a few days.
Results are often visible immediately after treatment, though some swelling may occur, which will subside within a few days.
Results: typically immediate but allow 3 days – 2 weeks for swelling to go down.
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Most patients report only a mild discomfort during the procedure. Numbing cream can sometimes be used prior to injection. Many fillers contain lidocaine, a numbing agent, to minimise discomfort afterwards.
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Results are often visible immediately after treatment, though some swelling may occur, which will subside within a few days. Final results are typically seen at 3 days – 2 weeks.
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The effects typically last between 6 to 18 months, depending on the type of filler used, the area treated, and individual factors like skin type and lifestyle.
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Yes. It is not uncommon for our experienced clinicians to recommend a comprehensive multi-treatment approach. The consultation will create a bespoke plan tailored to your needs.