Dermal Fillers
As we age, we start losing our youthful facial volume which contributes to the formation of folds and wrinkles. In the past few years a new generation of cosmetic treatments called dermal fillers have come onto the market that are especially effective in restoring the volume of the face
Dermal fillers are most commonly used to plump and restore the volume of the the lip which loses the fullness with age. They can also erase cheek folds (naso-labial folds) and around the so called marionette lines, at the corner of the mouth which can give the face a sad, tired appearance.
Treatment involves a series of superficial injections into the problem area which is numbed with local anaesthetic. The procedure normally takes about 15 to 20 mins and is relatively pain free.
Patients should expect slight swelling and bruising following treatment but will be able to return to their normal activities within 24 hours.
At Shape, we only use dermal fillers that meet our strict criteria:
- The products must be :
- Scientifically proven and medically safe
- Biodegradable
- Reasonably long lasting
Resty gel filler
Procedure time: 20 to 30 minutes.
What to expect: slight swelling and brusing.
Down time: return to work the next day.
Lasting effect: varies with the type of product and site of injection.: 6 to 18 months
This is one of the most popular types of filler currently on the market. It is also the safest type of dermal filler on the market. It consists of non-animal derived hyaluronic gel that is present in human and animal tissue. It maintains the suppleness and fullness to our soft tissue.
Resty-fillers are available in a variety of types to cater for different facial parts as well as the needs of patients depending on their age.
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Resty filler is commonly used for:
- Fine wrinkles of the face
- Cheek Folds (nasolabial fold)
- Folds around the mouth (marionette lines)
- Minor surface depressions from scars/acne
- Lip enhancement
- Restoring cheek fullness
Patients should avoid aspirin or medication containing aspirin (eg Nurofen, Indocic etc) for at least 10 days before procedure to reduce the risks of bruising.
Juve–filler
Procedure time: 20 to 30 minutes.
What to expect: slight swelling and bruising.
Down time: return to work the next day.
Duration: depends on type of product and the site of injection but generally last 6 to 18 months
Juve - gel filler is the latest of the new generation of dermal fillers that are made of naturally occurring sugar-chains (HA). It is a soft, smooth gel that provides a very natural and soft facial enhancement. It is also considered to be the safest type of filler.
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It is commonly used for:
- Lip enhancement
- Cheek folds (nasolabial fold)
- Smile and lip lines and folds at the corner of the mouth
- Cheek enhancement (Juvelift)
Patients should avoid aspirin medication containing aspirin (eg Nurofen, Indocic etc) 10 days before procedure to reduce the risks of bruising.
Sculpt-filler
This dermal filler consists of a biodegradable chemical that has been used in surgical suture materials as well as other biomedical implants for decades. It works by gradually stimulating new collagen formation in our skin. With time, this creates a thicker skin that is smoother and firmer.
Procedure time: 30 minutes.
Number of session: minimum 2 sessions 4 –6 wks apart.
What to expect: slight swelling and bruising.
Downtime: return to work the next day.
Lasting effect: up to 12 –18 months.
Unlike other fillers, the full effect of Sculpt-filler is not seen at the time of injection. It generally takes between 4 to 6 weeks for the new collagen to form.
- Sculpt filler is commonly used to correct:
- Gaunt facial appearance and sunken cheeks due to ageing, extreme weight loss or disease
- Crepey facial skin.
- Scarring: Acne
Radies filler
Procedure time: ~30 minutes.
What to expect: slight swelling and bruising.
Downtime: return to work the next day
Lasting effect: up to 12 –15 months
Radies filler is composed of tiny crystals containing calcium hydroxyapatite, which forms the basic subunit of human bones. However, it is synthetic, which means it is not derived from human or animal tissue. Therefore, there is no risk of infectious transmission.
It is a very effective dermal filler, providing structural support to skin that has lost its shape and tissue firmness.
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Radies filler is commonly used to;
- Restore a firmer jawline
- Restore sunken lower chin
- Correct and restore hollowness around the base of nose
- Correct folds around the mouth and cheek
Also commonly used in combination with other fillers
Patients should avoid aspirin or medication containing aspirin (eg Nurofen, Indocic etc) at least 10 days before procedure to reduce the risks of bruising.