Dermal filler treatments in Hertfordshire

Professional dermal filler treatments at Beauty Bar in Ware Hertfordshire

Dermal fillers can reshape facial contours and fill wrinkles. Fillers can be used to treat lips, nasolabial folds, wrinkles around the mouth (smoker’s lines), chin, jaw, cheeks, marionette lines, and superficial fine wrinkles on the face and body. Each face is unique, and these treatments should be personalised to every client and their concern, rather than blindly follow any trends.

Creams and facials alone aren’t enough to reverse aging process, and dermal fillers can help you get wrinkle free, reshape and remodel the contours of your face. Hyaluronic acid in dermal filler binds water to keep skin properly hydrated and smoother.

What is dermal filler?

Dermal filler is an injectable treatment that restores lost volume, smooth out wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. We use fillers with hyaluronic acid, which is naturally found in the human body. It helps retain moisture and keeps skin plump and soft. Hyaluronic acid fillers will bring fullness back to face and hands.

Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in the body, and dermal fillers are well tolerated with low risk of adverse reactions. Fillers are effective for addressing age related volume loss in cheeks, nasolabial folds, and under the eyes, where natural fat and muscle volume decrease over time.

Filler or botox?

Fillers add volume and fill static wrinkles, botox relaxes the muscles responsible for wrinkles caused by expressions, like frown lines or crow’s feet.

Dermal filler treatments are quick – can be completed in a single session – results are seen immediately and can last between 9 to 18 months or over. While HA fillers are safe, they can have some side effects, like bruising, swelling, and, in very rare cases, allergic reactions or complications like vascular occlusion.

Different types of dermal fillers

Hyaluronic acid filler – softer and medium fillers are usually used for the lip augmentation, and last from 6 months up to a year. Denser or harder fillers are used on cheeks, chin, and jaw, as they resemble bone structure. We are happy to help you choose the right treatment and products. During the consultation we discuss different types of treatments and options so you can get the best results for your concern.

Synthetic dermal fillers are created in a laboratory.

Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) is used to stimulate collagen, help to improve volume and reduce wrinkles. It is often used for treating deep facial lines and restoring facial fullness. Sculptra (PLLA) is used to stimulate collagen and improve facial volume over time.
Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) is a semi permanent filler that is used to treat deep wrinkles and acne scars. Bellafill (PMMA, Artefill (PMMA)
Calcium hydroxylapatite is used to restore volume and improve moderate to severe wrinkles. It is also used for non surgical facelifts. Radiesse (calcium hydroxylapatite)

The advantage of synthetic dermal fillers is that they last longer and increase the collagen formation, but they van’t be dissolved. Book a consultation to determine the most suitable filler for your specific goals.

What do you need to know about dermal filler treatments Hertfordshire?

What areas can be treated with dermal fillers?

Lips – it enhances volume, improves lip symmetry, and shape.
Cheeks – it lifts and contour the mid face, giving a subtle face lifting effect.
Nasolabial folds – it fills in deep creases that run from the nose to the corners of the mouth.
Tear trough – it reduces hollows under the eyes, and gives it a more rested look.
Nose – filler improves the nose shape, such as smooths bumps and corrects asymmetry.
Jawline and chin – improves jaw definition and balances facial proportions.
Perioral and periorbital wrinkles – filler blanching technique can soften fine lines around the mouth and eyes.
Hands – filler adds plumpness to aging hands, makes them look smoother and fuller.

Results of the filler treatment are visible immediately. It helps to achieve a refreshed, balanced look without surgery.

Are there any risks or side effects of dermal fillers?

Dermal fillers used in aesthetics are safe.

All procedures must be performed in hygienic conditions. Towels, blankets and any other bed covers should be removed, regardless of how comfortable that is, equipment and products must be sterile and disposable.
Never buy dermal fillers yourself.
Swelling and bruising are quite common but temporary.
Redness, tenderness, or pain at the injection site can happen but usually subsides within a few days.
Very rarely some people may experience allergic reactions or anaphylaxis to the filler or lidocaine in the filler.
Infections are a potential risk, proper aftercare minimises it.
Lumps or bumps may be felt in the first 2-4 weeks and usually subside on their own.
Granulomas are small, firm lumps that may form in response to the filler. They can sometimes require treatment.
Nodules which are similar to granulomas.
Vascular complications – injecting filler into blood vessels can lead to serious complications, including tissue damage. This is extremely rare and can be dissolved if treated early.
Migration – filler may shift from the intended area over time. This can be caused by improper injections, injecting too much filler or by an overactive muscle.

Dermal filler contraindications

A history of a severe allergic reaction or anaphylaxis
Blood clotting disorders
Inflammation in the treatment area
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Cancer and some autoimmune diseases
Some chronic diseases
Keloid scarring
Aspirin, alcohol, non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs, or herbal supplements that thin blood should be stopped a few days before the treatment
Steroid medication should be stopped 1-6 months before the treatment, depends on the strength and dosage
Under 18s

Dermal filler aftercare

Avoid vigorous physical activity for approximately 3 days.
You should also avoid tanning and use a minimum SPF50 sunscreen.
Do not massage or touch the treated areas for 24 hours after the procedure to avoid product migration and infections. In case of bruising, you can apply arnica cream.
Avoid heat.

How long do dermal fillers last?

The hyaluronic acid fillers last between 6-24 months. It depends on the type of filler, client’s lifestyle, and their metabolism.

Fillers may degrade faster in people who often use sauna, cryo chamber, and who tan. Free radicals that are released during cigarette smoking or the use of stimulants and alcohol may also speeds up the degradation of hyaluronic acid.

Hyaluronic acid fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Keirax, Regevenue) are temporary and tend to last from 6 months to 2 years. Can be dissolved.
Calcium hydroxylapatite fillers (Radiesse, Neuvia Stimulate) are semi permanent and can last around 12 to 18 months or more. These are hybrids of skin booster and filler, because they increase volume and also boost collagen.
Poly-L-lactic acid fillers (Sculptra). The results of Sculptra can last up to 2 years or longer. It boosts collagen, has gradual but long lasting effects. Can’t be dissolved.
Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) Fillers (Bellafill) are considered permanent, and their results can last for many years. Can’t be dissolved.

Is dermal filler treatment painful?

The level of pain varies between areas and person’s individual pain threshold. We use anaesthetic cream before treatment, also filler contains lidocaine which is a strong numbing agent.

Can filler treatment be reversed?

Most people are satisfied with their dermal filler and after a year or two they come back to repeat the treatment and maintain the results. HA filler over time is naturally and gradually broken down by the body. In rare cases, when someone wants to have the filler removed, the process can be reversed with hyaluronidase.

What are the benefits of dermal filler?

Restores volume in areas like the cheeks, temples, and under the eyes (tear trough) for a fuller look to the face.
Reduces wrinkles and fine lines such as smile lines, marionette lines, and crow’s feet.
Enhances lips and adds volume and shape to create a plumper, symmetrical and more defined look.
Fillers can help contour and define facial features, including jawline, chin, and nose.
Lifts and tightens sagging skin, a non surgical alternative to a facelift.
Revitalises hands by adding volume and minimising the look of veins and tendons.
Fillers can be used to fill in depressed scars, such as acne scars, to create a smoother skin texture.

What is the difference between botox and filler?

Botox and dermal fillers are two different treatments that work in very different ways.

Botox

Botox in cosmetics is mainly used to reduce dynamic wrinkles that are caused by muscle movements. It relaxes specific muscles, such as those between your brows responsible for frowning, or these that raise your brows responsible for the forehead wrinkles, or these around your lips which are responsible for the smoker’s lines.
Botox works by blocking nerve signals to the muscles, and stops them from contracting which causes wrinkles. It treats lines caused by muscle movement.
Most commonly used on the upper face to treat forehead lines, frown lines between the eyebrows, and crow’s feet, on the lower face for smoker’s lines, corners of the lips, teeth grinding or gummy smile, and on the neck to relax platysmal bands or trapezius muscle.
Results from botox usually last around 3 to 6 months.
Results may become noticeable within a few days, but the full effect shows after two weeks.
Botox is focused on relaxing muscles to reduce wrinkles caused by movement.

Dermal filler

Dermal filler is used to add volume, plump the skin, and fill in static wrinkles or lines that show even at rest. It can enhance facial features like the cheeks or lips.
Filler uses various substances like hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, or poly-L-lactic acid to fill in and add volume to the skin or areas under the skin, reducing the look of wrinkles and hollow areas.
Commonly injected to various areas of the face, like the cheeks, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, lips, and under eye hollows to plump them up.
Thy last depending on the type of filler used, from several months to 18 months.
Results are seen immediately after the treatment, may need time to settle because of the swelling and bruising.
Dermal fillers are used to add volume and fill in lines and wrinkles.

The choice between the two depends on your specific concerns and goals.

At what age shall I start getting dermal fillers?

There is no set age to start dermal filler treatments, it varies from person to person, their goals and anatomy. It depends on the individual aging process and personal preferences.

The aging process is very individual. Some people may show noticeable signs of aging in their 30s or even earlier, others may maintain younger look well into their 40s or 50s.
Dermal fillers aren’t exclusively about addressing age related concerns. Many people choose this treatment to improve facial asymmetry or enhance their natural features, such as adding volume to flat cheeks, defining a short chin, or plumping up their lips regardless of their age.
Your decision to have dermal filler treatment should be based on your personal goals and needs. We can help you by assessing your specific situation and recommend the most suitable treatment plan. It’s about achieving the natural look that makes you feel confident and comfortable.

You must be 18 or older to receive any aesthetic treatments at Beauty Bar.

Can I get a natural look with dermal filler at Beauty Bar in Hertfordshire?

Dermal fillers can look very natural and enhance your face without the “overdone” look which is often associated with cosmetic procedures.

We always aim for natural results and place the filler in a way that it improves your features while maintaining balance and harmony.

Instead of using a large amount of filler all at once, our approach is to use smaller amounts over multiple sessions to allow for adjustments, and avoid the “overfilled” look.

Many people choose dermal fillers not for dramatic changes but to tweak signs of aging. By doing this we preserve your unique facial features.

Dermal filler treatments can achieve results that are effective, subtle and look very natural. The key is to communicate your aesthetic preferences clearly to get a personalised, harmonious outcome.

Book expert dermal filler treatment in Hertfordshire

Get natural results and younger looking face with dermal filler treatment at our clinic in Ware, Hertfordshire. We specialise in enhancing facial volume, smoothing wrinkles, and defining facial contours for clients from nearby areas like Hertford, Hoddesdon, Cheshunt, Broxbourne, Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield, Stevenage and Buntingford. Contact us today and find out how dermal filler can refresh your look.