A 3D hyaluronic acid matrix is injected into the face, acting as a semi-permanent volumising gel. The filler contains local anaesthetic, which numbs your skin, as it is injected, so the procedure is relatively pain-free.
Each injection normally only takes a few minutes, after which your surgeon will massage the area and evaluate the results. Normally the whole process will be completed in under an hour. The area may feel tender for a day or two. Dermal fillers are completely broken down within the skin over a period of months, eventually leaving no trace.
There are different types of filler which produce subtly different effects. We use Restylane® and Juvederm® and can discuss with you which might produce the most satisfactory results for you.