Chin fillers London
Chin fillers are injectable treatments designed to enhance the contour and profile of the chin, providing improved facial balance and symmetry. Comprised of inert materials such as hyaluronic acid, chin fillers offer a non-surgical solution to address factors such as a weak chin or asymmetry and can contribute to a more refined look.
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What Are Fillers?
Fillers are a non-surgical cosmetic procedure which can target a multitude of concerns. They can restore lost volume, smooth out wrinkles, and sculpt and enhancing facial features. These injectable treatments are typically made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps retain moisture and support skin structure.
By injecting dermal fillers into the skin, deep lines, wrinkles, and folds can be filled, resulting in a more youthful and radiant appearance. Fillers can be injected into deeper layers of the face – onto the bone to help augment the facial skeleton.
A combination of both dermal fillers and deep fillers can be used to address various aesthetic concerns, making them a popular choice for those seeking to rejuvenate their look without undergoing surgery.
How Filler Treatments Work
Dermal filler treatments involve the precise injection of a hyaluronic acid-based gel into the skin to restore volume and smooth out wrinkles. The procedure takes around 30 to 45 minutes to complete. Using a cannula or a needle, the practitioner injects the dermal filler into targeted areas, followed by gentle massaging to ensure even distribution. The results of the treatment are immediate, with the final effect becoming fully visible within 10-14 days. This minimally invasive procedure allows patients to achieve a refreshed and youthful appearance with minimal downtime.
Benefits of Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers offer many benefits:
- Immediate Results: Dermal fillers provide instant improvements, adding volume and hydration to the skin while smoothing out wrinkles and fine lines.
- Long-Lasting Effects: Depending on the type of filler used and individual skin characteristics, the effects of dermal fillers can last months to years.
- Non-Invasive: As a non-surgical treatment, dermal fillers are ideal for those looking to avoid invasive procedures.
- Customizable: Treatments can be tailored to meet individual needs and aesthetic goals, addressing a wide range of skin concerns.
- Safe: In the main we use dermal fillers made of hyaluronic acid which are a safe and effective option for many patients.
Types of Dermal Fillers
There are several types of dermal fillers available, each with unique properties and uses:
- Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: The most common type, these fillers are made from hyaluronic acid, which helps retain moisture and support skin structure.
- Calcium Hydroxyapatite Fillers: Made from a mineral compound found in bone, these fillers are often used to treat deeper wrinkles and folds.
- Poly-L-lactic Acid Fillers: These biodegradable polymer fillers are used to treat facial lipoatrophy and other skin concerns by stimulating collagen production.
What Results Are Typically Achieved
Chin filler treatments offer immediate improvements in chin contour and overall facial balance. Patients can expect to see a more defined and projected chin, resulting in a more harmonious and aesthetically pleasing profile. The results typically last between 6 to 12 months, possibly longer depending on the type of filler used and individual factors such as metabolism and lifestyle.
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Preparing for your treatment
Prior to Arrival at Montrose1 week prior: Avoid blood-thinning medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and certain supplements like vitamin E and fish oil to reduce the risk of bruising.
3 days prior: Minimise alcohol and caffeine consumption to help prevent swelling and bruising.
Your practitioner will discuss your aesthetic goals, review your medical history, and examine the treatment areas. Photos may be taken for your medical records.
When numbing cream is required, this will be applied to the treatment area to minimise discomfort.
The dermal filler treatment will then be injected using fine needles or cannulas. You may feel a slight pinch or pressure during the injections. The procedure typically takes a maximum of 30 to 45 minutes.
Post Treatment Advice
- 24 hours: Avoid touching, massaging, or applying pressure to the treated areas.
- 48 hours: Refrain from strenuous exercise, saunas, hot baths, and jacuzzis. Avoid excessive sun or heat exposure.
- 1 week: Avoid facial treatments, massages, or other aesthetic procedures.
- Ongoing: Use an ice pack to reduce swelling and apply arnica cream if bruising occurs. Stay hydrated and follow any additional aftercare instructions provided by your practitioner.
Questions you may have
Suitable candidates include individuals looking to enhance facial volume, smooth out wrinkles, and improve facial contours. Dermal fillers are effective for those with mild to moderate signs of ageing or those seeking facial enhancement without surgery.
Individuals with severe allergies, particularly to lidocaine or hyaluronic acid, active skin infections, or certain autoimmune conditions should avoid dermal fillers. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before considering treatment. It is essential to discuss your medical history with a practitioner to determine suitability.
Proper skincare and sun protection are essential to optimise and prolong the benefits of dermal fillers. Your practitioner will provide a full aftercare protocol following your treatment. Patients undergoing filler injections to or around the lips with a history of coldsore outbreaks may require a course of prophylactic antiviral oral medications on the direction .
Common side effects of dermal fillers treatment include temporary redness, swelling, and mild discomfort at the injection sites. Bruising may also occur. These effects typically subside within a few days. Adhering to post-treatment care guidelines helps minimise these effects and promotes optimal healing.
Filler treatments are generally well-tolerated by most patients, with the pain level often described as mild to moderate. The procedure involves the use of fine needles or cannulas to inject the dermal filler into the treated area, which can cause some discomfort.
However, practitioners may apply a topical anaesthetic or numbing cream to the treatment area to minimize any pain during the procedure. Patients may experience a slight pinch or pressure during the injection, but this discomfort is usually brief. After the treatment, some mild swelling or tenderness at the injection site is common, but these effects typically subside within a few days.
Facial fillers, including cheek fillers, are cited to last between 6 to 12 months, depending on various factors such as the type of filler used, the area treated, and individual patient characteristics like metabolism and lifestyle.
In reality, the duration of their effect is patient specific with many patients retaining filler for years after their application while others require more frequent touch-ups to maintain their desired appearance. Regular follow-up treatments can help prolong the effects and ensure a consistently youthful and refreshed look.
The term ‘pillow face’ refers to an overfilled appearance that can occur when too much dermal filler is used, resulting in an unnatural, puffy look. However, when administered by a skilled and experienced practitioner, the risk of developing a ‘pillow face’ is very low.
At Montrose London, our practitioners take a conservative approach to dermal filler treatments, ensuring that the amount of filler used is appropriate for achieving natural-looking results – the goal being to ensure that the results are undetectable.
A thorough consultation will help determine the right approach for you, minimizing the risk of overfilling and ensuring a balanced, youthful look.
One of the appealing aspects of dermal filler treatments is their ability to enhance your facial features subtly and naturally.
When administered by a skilled practitioner, the results of dermal fillers can be so seamless that your family and friends may simply notice a refreshed and more youthful appearance without pinpointing the exact change.
The goal is to enhance your natural beauty, not to alter your appearance drastically.
Hyalase is an enzyme known as hyaluronidase, which is used to dissolve hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers. It is commonly employed in cases where dermal filler treatments need to be adjusted or if there are complications such as overfilling, migration or lumps and nodules.
Hyalase works by breaking down the hyaluronic acid in the filler, allowing it to be naturally absorbed and eliminated by the body. This makes it a valuable tool for practitioners to correct or refine the results of dermal filler procedures, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
At Montrose we offer ultrasound guided hyalase treatment for those looking to make changes to previous filler treatments, owing to the complexity of this treatment, the exact price of hyalase treatment is confirmed at the time of consultation.
Cheek fillers, when administered in small volume and natural quantities cannot lift the skin of the face although this is something that is often claimed by injectors.
What they can do, however, is to create the illusion of a more lifted and rejuvenated face by restoring volume to the midface and facial contours where fat loss and descent can lead to an aged appearance.
This non-surgical approach not only enhances cheekbones but also provides a more youthful and refreshed appearance.
What to expect
- An in-person consultation with a practitioner at Montrose London to assess your aesthetic goals.
- A comprehensive treatment plan leveraging the expertise of your practitioner and the range of services offered by Montrose London.
- Follow-up visits to monitor the progress of treatment as needed.
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Overall a disappointing experience, sterile and cold enough environment made bearable only by the maximalist decor. No serenity as portrayed in marketing features ie. Lack of music As a director within a private healthcare setting, very poor customer experience and not one I will be recommending to our own clientele.
I was advised if unhappy with results in 2 weeks to come back for a top up but work restrictions meant I did not attend for 4 weeks but was told that this was chargeable: disappointing again with lack of appreciation or flexibility for working professionals. No follow up provided or courtesy call as is often given at alternative aesthetic clinics.
Dr. Noy has been incredible from start to finish. It is a joy to go to this beautiful clinic, and care is second to none.
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