Treatment
Dermal Filler
Restores lost volume and enhances facial contours.
Injection Evidence: High
Duration
20–40 min
Downtime
Low (1–7 days)
Main Effect
Immediate volume restoration and contour enhancement.
Tip
Best with personalized planning by area and facial balance; allow time for swelling to settle.
What it is
An injectable gel (commonly HA-based) placed strategically to restore volume and refine contours.
Key Benefits
- Immediate volume
- Contour refinement
- Customizable by area
Typical Plan
Sessions
as needed
Interval
typically 6–18 months depending on product/area
Maintenance
touch-up as needed
Results
When visible
immediate (swelling settles in days)
Peak
1–2 weeks
Longevity
6–18 months (varies)
Who it’s for
Best for
- Volume loss
- Contour refinement
- Certain wrinkle folds (by area)
Not ideal for
- Active infection
- Unrealistic expectations
- Severe laxity needing lifting approaches
Comfort & Safety
Anesthesia
Topical numbing and/or local anesthesia (clinic protocol)
Pain level
★★★ ☆☆
Common reactions
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Tenderness
Rare risks
- Vascular occlusion (rare, urgent)
- Lumps/irregularity
- Infection (rare)
Contraindications
- Active infection
- Known allergy to components
- Bleeding disorders (check)
* Information is general guidance. Final suitability and protocols depend on in-person assessment.
Aftercare
First 24 hours
- Avoid pressure/massage
- Avoid intense exercise
- Cold compress if needed
First week
- Gentle skincare
- Follow clinic guidance for touch-ups
Avoid
- Heat/sauna early
- Facial massage
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