Services - Soft tissue filler

Another problem we all encounter as we age is loss of volume to our face.  This is caused by a combination of factors such as loss of muscle tone and collagen.  Collagen is a naturally occuring protein in our bodies which helps with skin elasticity.  As we grow older our natural collagen production starts to dwindle, and this causes that "saggy" appearance to our faces.  You know the one... you wake up one day and look in the mirror and wonder where those saggy little jowels have come from!

This is another area we can address by using soft tissue fillers to help plump out the skin, and restore a more fresh, youthful look.  It's a great way to give your skin a boost without going through the pain and expense of a surgical face lift.

Soft tissue filler is a cross-linked viscous gel-like substance that is injected under the skin and then moulded into place.  The main component is hyaluronic acid which is a hydrophilic glycosaminoglycan (a protein in the body which plays a role in cell growth and proliferation amongst other things).

The effects of having a filler treatment can last up to two years, so although the price may be a lot higher than toxins (depending on product used), you will get a longer lasting effect.  With filler you will also get an immediate effect.

There is a risk with fillers such as vascular occlusion HOWEVER I am trained in how to recognise if there is a problem and to immediately treat it with a product that essentially dissolves the filler.

As with toxins I will carry out a thorough consultation prior to any treatment being offered/undertaken.

I only use products purchased through a British pharmacy, that only supply high end products to medical professionals with a track record for safety and efficacy, so you can rest assured that you are getting the best treatment, and more importantly the safest treatment.

As with toxins I do hold the right to refuse treatment if I don't think it is suitable for you.  Your treatment plan will also be tailored to you, i.e. I won't push you to have the most expensive filler if your lines are minimal.

For fine lines I use a lower viscosity filler.  If your lines are deeper then you would need a higher viscosity product.  All this is discussed during your initial consultation.

All clients are reviewed by me after four weeks, this is included in the initial cost.

Available products: Revolax, Juvederm, Teosyal, Restylane