Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are a non-surgical cosmetic treatment that restores lost volume, softens wrinkles and deep lines, and defines facial features such as the cheeks, lips and jawline. The aim is a fresher, more balanced look that appears natural.
The hyaluronic acid gel is injected with fine needles or thin cannulas into the skin layer suited to each area. A topical numbing cream is often used, and some products contain a built-in anaesthetic. There are no surgical incisions, and the amount can be adjusted during the same session.
A session usually takes 15 to 45 minutes, and most people return to daily life straight away, though redness, swelling and mild bruising may appear and fade within days. The final result shows after one to two weeks and usually lasts from about 6 months to 2 years, depending on the product and the area treated.
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They replace lost volume, soften lines and wrinkles, and improve the shape of the lips, cheeks and chin. The look is fresher, without surgery and without a long recovery.
Healthy adults who want to improve their features or soften signs of ageing and who have realistic expectations. They are usually not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding, with an active infection in the area, or with a known allergy to the product's ingredients.
Depending on your doctor's advice, avoid aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, supplements that increase bleeding and alcohol beforehand, and tell the doctor about your medications and health. Never stop a prescribed medicine on your own; ask your doctor first. It is wise not to book the session just a few days before an important event, in case of bruising.
The skin is cleaned and a numbing cream applied, then the filler is injected at planned points and gently massaged to spread it. The doctor checks symmetry during the session and adjusts the amount if needed.
Recovery is usually short. Redness, swelling or mild bruising may appear and fade within days. You may be advised to avoid strenuous exercise, high heat such as saunas, and pressure on the area for a short time, following your doctor's instructions.
The effect is visible immediately and settles after one to two weeks as swelling subsides. It usually lasts roughly 6 months to 2 years, depending on the product, the area and the individual, and treatment can be repeated to maintain it.
Common effects are redness, swelling, bruising and temporary asymmetry. Infection, lumps or allergic reactions are uncommon. A rare but serious complication is a blocked blood vessel, which can damage the skin or vision, so treatment should be done by a trained doctor who knows facial anatomy. Severe pain, skin colour change or visual disturbance after injection needs urgent medical attention.
Yes. Hyaluronic acid can be dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase, and the doctor decides the right timing and amount.
Most people feel only a pinch or mild pressure thanks to the numbing cream or the anaesthetic built into the product. Sensitive areas such as the lips are a little more uncomfortable.
A long stay is usually not needed. Waiting a day or two to watch for swelling or bruising and to be reassured about the result is generally enough, and the treating doctor confirms the suitable time.
