Over time, factors like lifestyle, stress, and environmental exposure can cause the skin to lose volume, leading to wrinkles, hollow cheeks, and thinner lips. If you’re looking to restore a more youthful, refreshed appearance without surgery, dermal fillers could be just what you need.
At Lux Plastic Surgery in Bedford, Mr. Sandip Hindocha and our expert team specialise in dermal filler treatments tailored to your specific goals. Whether you’re looking to smooth out fine lines, add volume to your cheeks, or plump your lips, we create custom treatments that deliver natural-looking, safe, and effective results with minimal downtime. Let us help you restore your confidence and achieve a more vibrant look, all with a simple, non-invasive procedure.
What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are a cosmetic procedure designed to restore volume and smoothness to the skin by injecting a gel-like substance into targeted areas. This treatment is ideal for addressing signs of ageing, such as wrinkles, hollow cheeks, and thinning lips. The procedure involves using a fine needle to inject the filler, which adds volume and lifts sagging skin, ultimately restoring a youthful, refreshed appearance.
At Lux Plastic Surgery, we offer personalised dermal filler treatments to enhance your natural features. Whether you’re looking to smooth fine lines, plump your lips, or restore volume to your cheeks and jawline, we tailor each treatment to your specific concerns. With minimal downtime, our treatments provide safe, effective, and natural-looking results that leave you feeling confident and rejuvenated.
Service Details
Treatment time
30 minutes
Done Under
Local Anaesthesia
Hospitalisation
No
Next Follow-up
2 - 4 weeks after procedure
Return to light work
Immediate
Benefits of Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers offer numerous benefits, making them a highly sought-after treatment for facial rejuvenation. Advantages of dermal fillers include:
1. Non-invasive Treatment: Dermal filler injections are non-surgical, which means no incisions or stitches are required, making it a less invasive option compared to traditional surgical procedures.
2. Immediate Results: Unlike other treatments, the effects of dermal fillers are visible immediately after the procedure. You can see a noticeable improvement in your appearance right away.
3. Customisable Treatment: Dermal fillers can be adjusted to address specific concerns, providing a personalized solution for each patient. Whether it’s volumising the cheeks, smoothing out wrinkles, or enhancing lips, fillers can be adjusted to achieve natural-looking, personalised results.
4. Long-Lasting Effects: While not permanent, the results of dermal fillers can last anywhere from six months to two years, depending on the type of filler used and the area treated. With the right treatment, patients enjoy extended youthful enhancement before needing touch-up sessions.
Types of Dermal Fillers We Offer
At Lux Plastic Surgery, we provide a variety of dermal fillers to address different aesthetic concerns. Each filler is designed for different areas of the face, offering unique benefits. Most common types of dermal fillers include:
1. Hyaluronic Acid Fillers
These are the most commonly used dermal fillers and are ideal for smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles, adding volume to areas like the cheeks, and plumping the lips. A naturally occurring substance in the skin, hyaluronic acid helps retain moisture, ensuring a natural look and feel.
2. Calcium Hydroxylapatite Fillers
These fillers are more suited for deeper lines and wrinkles, such as nasolabial folds or marionette lines. They also stimulate collagen production, leading to longer-term improvements in skin texture and firmness.
3. Poly-L-lactic Acid Fillers
Unlike other fillers, these help to stimulate the body’s collagen production. Ideal for patients with volume loss, particularly in the cheeks, these fillers gradually improve skin texture over time, providing a natural and subtle lifting effect.
What to Expect During Dermal Filler Treatment
The dermal filler procedure at Lux Plastic Surgery in Bedford is quick, effective, and minimally invasive. Here’s what to expect:
1. Consultation
Your treatment journey will begin with a consultation where one of our experienced practitioners will discuss your concerns, assess your facial features, and help determine the best filler treatment for your needs. This is a chance for you to ask any questions, set realistic expectations, and understand the potential results of the procedure.
2. Preparation
Before the procedure, we may apply a numbing cream to the treatment area to ensure comfort. Some dermal fillers also contain lidocaine, a local anaesthetic, to reduce any pain or discomfort during the injections.
3. Injection
Once the area is prepared, your practitioner will carefully inject the dermal filler into the targeted area(s) using a fine needle. The procedure typically takes 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the areas being treated.
4. Results
Immediately after the procedure, you will notice the improvements. Swelling or redness may occur at the injection sites, but this usually subsides within a few hours to a day. Full results are typically seen within a week as the filler settles into the skin.
Dermal Filler Healing Stages
Dermal fillers require minimal downtime, but following the aftercare instructions is crucial for optimal results. Here’s what to expect during the healing process:
Immediate Aftercare: Most patients can resume their regular activities right after the treatment. Applying a cold compress helps to reduce any swelling. However, it’s best to avoid touching or massaging the treated areas to allow the filler to settle.
First Few Days: Some swelling, redness, or bruising is common but should resolve within a few days.
Long-Term Results: After about one to two weeks, you will notice the final results of the treatment. The skin will appear plumper, smoother, and rejuvenated, with the filler integrated seamlessly into the tissue.
Who is Suitable for Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are suitable for individuals looking to restore facial volume, smooth fine lines, and enhance their facial features without surgery. Ideal candidates are:
– Individuals over 21 years of age.
– Those looking for non-surgical options for facial rejuvenation.
– Healthy individuals without any active skin conditions or allergies to filler ingredients.
– Those who desire subtle, natural-looking improvements to their appearance.
If you’re considering dermal fillers, it’s essential to have a consultation with one of our specialists at Lux Plastic Surgery to ensure you’re a good candidate for the treatment.
Choosing the Right Clinic for Dermal Fillers
Choosing the right practitioner for dermal fillers is essential for ensuring a safe, successful outcome. At Lux Plastic Surgery in Bedford, our team of experts has years of experience administering dermal fillers.
We focus on achieving results that complement your unique features, ensuring a natural appearance. Our practice takes pride in offering tailored, high-quality care for each patient.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How long do dermal fillers last?
Dermal fillers typically last 6 months to 2 years, depending on the filler type and treatment area. Hyaluronic acid fillers last around 6 to 9 months. While calcium-based fillers can last up to a couple of years.
2. Is the treatment painful?
Most patients report minimal discomfort during the procedure. A topical anaesthetic is applied to numb the treatment area, and many fillers also contain lidocaine, a local anaesthetic, to minimise discomfort.
3. Are dermal fillers safe?
Yes, dermal fillers are safe when administered by a trained and experienced professional. At Lux Plastic Surgery, we use FDA-approved products and follow strict safety protocols.
4. How soon will I see results?
You will notice immediate results after the treatment, with full effects becoming visible within a week as the filler settles.
5. What is the cost of dermal fillers?
The cost of dermal fillers can differ based on the type of filler and the amount required. Contact Lux Plastic Surgery for a personalised consultation and cost estimate based on your treatment needs.