What are fillers?
Fillers, also called facial fillers or dermal fillers, injectable implants, wrinkle fillers, and soft-tissue fillers are used to reduce or eliminate wrinkles, plump up cheeks and lips, and correct acne scars.
Fillers are generally used for aesthetic purposes for the rejuvenation of the face and selected areas of the body. Fillers are made either from synthetic or natural substances and the vast majority of them are absorbable. The results are thus temporary, lasting from a few months to a couple of years, depending on the filler used and the patient. This procedure should only be done by a medical professional such as a dermatologist.
What are the common types of fillers used in Thomson Specialist Skin Centre?
Type of filler | Procedure | Lasting effect of procedure |
|---|---|---|
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) | Gel-like substance naturally found in body. Adds volume to places like the cheeks and smooths out wrinkles, especially around the eyes, lips, and forehead | 6 to 12 months |
Restylane Skinboosters | Stabilised hyaluronic acid that retains water and increases overall volume of hydration in the skin. Substance acts as a “dermal reservoir”. It also boosts production of new collagen for added firmness. | 6 to 12 months |
What is the difference between fillers and Botox treatments?
BTX treatments use injections containing the purified form of the botulinum bacteria. The injections cause the temporary “freezing” of the muscle tissue and thus, minimise the appearance of lines and wrinkles caused by facial expressions. As such, BTX treatments are only effective for wrinkles caused by muscle movement.
Fillers on the other hand, contain ingredients (both natural and synthetic) that add fullness to areas that have thinned due to ageing. This includes areas such as the cheeks, lips, and around the mouth.
What are the potential side effects of fillers?
Fillers are considered safe procedures, but they do carry a risk of potential side effects. The skincare specialists at Thomson Specialist Skin Centre are skilled professionals who have years of experience in performing aesthetic medical procedures such as facial fillers and will be able to advise you on the best type of fillers for your aesthetic needs.
How does Restylane Skinboosters work?
Here are the top four things to know about Restylane Skinboosters, the first FDA-approved HA product.
How it works: The treatment involves micro-injections of a gel-like substance (stabilized HA) that retains water and increases skin hydration and volume. This substance acts as a "dermal reservoir," boosting the skin's capacity to hold water.
Benefits: The therapy stimulates dermal fibroblasts to produce new collagen, reducing roughness and enhancing suppleness of the skin.
Treatment and results: Each session lasts 15 to 20 minutes, with minimal downtime. Results can be visible after one treatment and last up to six months. Three sessions are recommended initially.
Suitability: Suitable for all skin types, Restylane Skinboosters can be used on the face, neck, décolletage, and hands, and is recommended for both men and women.
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