Aesthetic · Skin & Volume
Fillers
Injectable substances used to smooth wrinkles, restore volume, and enhance features.
What it is
Dermal fillers are soft gels injected under the skin to smooth lines, restore lost volume and enhance features such as the cheeks, lips or jawline. Most commonly used fillers are temporary and are gradually broken down by the body.
Who it’s for
- Adults with lines or folds, such as those around the nose and mouth
- People with volume loss in the cheeks, temples or under the eyes
- Those wanting subtle shaping of the lips, chin or jawline without surgery
- People without active skin infection, and not pregnant or breastfeeding
How it’s done
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Step 01
A numbing cream is applied, and many fillers also contain a local anaesthetic.
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Step 02
The areas to treat are planned with you and the skin is cleaned.
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Step 03
The filler is injected in small amounts with a fine needle or blunt cannula.
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Step 04
The area is gently shaped and checked for balance.
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Step 05
Cold compresses may be used to reduce swelling.
Recovery time
Mild swelling, redness or small bruises usually settle within a few days, and most people return to normal activities the same day or the next. Your surgeon will advise based on your assessment.
Results
Changes are usually visible soon after treatment and settle over about 2 weeks. Fillers are temporary and typically last several months, varying with the product, area and your body.
Results vary from person to person.
Questions about Fillers
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Numbing is used, so most people feel only mild discomfort or pressure. Tenderness usually settles within a day or two.
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It depends on the product, the area treated and your body, but most fillers last several months before top-ups may be considered.
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Swelling and bruising are common. Rare but serious complications can occur, which is why injection by a trained doctor and prompt review of any concerns are important.
Results vary from person to person. The information on this website is for general education and is not a substitute for a personal consultation. Procedures carry risks, which will be discussed with you before any treatment. Page copy pending medical review