Dermal Filler – Facial Volumisers by Dr Kernohan Plastic Surgeon
Fine lines and wrinkles are a natural part of ageing. Dermal fillers and facial volumisers can help fill in wrinkles and lines.
Specialist Plastic Surgeon Dr Michael Kernohan offers surgical and non-surgical treatments in 5 convenient locations in Southwest Sydney and Southern Ranges NSW.
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Causes of Facial Volume Loss
A number of factors can contribute to facial volume loss such as the following:
- Ageing
- Dehydration
- Genetics
- Loss of bone mass
- Prolonged sun exposure
- Smoking
- Too much dieting and/or exercise
- Underlying medical conditions
Benefits of Dermal Fillers and Volumisers
The filler treatments offer the following benefits:
- Faster treatment than a facelift
- Can gently transition over time with a gradual pace of treatment
- Highly customisable to your needs
- See immediate results
- Little to no discomfort during injectables
- Lower risk of complications compared to surgery
- No incisions or stitches
- Minimal recovery time needed
- Reduced appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and other sunken facial areas
How Dermal Fillers and Volumisers Work
Injectable dermal fillers and volumisers produce a similar effect on your skin. However, they are used for specific purposes. Dermal fillers use a naturally-occurring substance in your body that is responsible for maintaining skin hydration. The substance draws water to certain skin areas and fills in fine lines, wrinkles, scars, and other depressions in the target area.
Volumisers, on the other hand, add volume and fullness to your face but do not necessarily address skin depressions. They work by stimulating the production of collagen in your skin. Collagen is a special protein that is responsible for maintaining the structures of your skin. When injected into your skin, it smooths out fine lines, wrinkles, and other skin concerns.
Areas that can be treated with Dermal Fillers and Volumisers
Both of these treatments can address different areas, such as the following:
- Brows
- Cheeks
- Forehead
- Hands
- Jaw
- Lips
- Mouth
- Temples
- Under the eyes
What to Expect after Dermal Fillers and Volumisers
You should expect the following after the treatment:
- A certain level of redness or bruising
- Numbness, swelling, bruising, and tolerable pain at the injection sites are common
- You can resume work and activities of daily living almost immediately
- You can immediately notice an increase in volume and fullness in the treated area
Aftercare for Dermal Fillers and Volumisers
To prevent complications and achieve desired results:
- Apply a cold compress to the treated area for 5-10 minutes in case of discomfort
- Avoid bending over
- Avoid hot environments such as saunas
- Avoid other skin treatments such as facials or chemical peels for at least 24 hours after the procedure
- Avoid placing any pressure or tension on the treated area
- Do not massage the treated area
- Drink plenty of water and fluids to allow the filler to fully settle into the treated area
- Limit sun exposure
- Remain in an upright position for 3-4 hours after the procedure
- Seek medical help immediately if you experience any signs and symptoms that were not discussed with the doctor
- You will need to avoid alcohol and smoking
- You will need to avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for the first few weeks
- You will need to avoid taking medication or supplements that can increase your risk of bleeding
- You will need to sleep with your head elevated using 2 to 3 pillows
Risks and Complications of Dermal Fillers and Volumisers
The risks and complications are common for most cosmetic or plastic surgery procedures:
- Blocked facial blood vessels
- Changes in skin sensation
- Lumps
- Movement of filler away from the treatment area
- Numbness in the treated area
- Poor cosmetic results
- Unfavourable scarring
Find out more on the plastic surgery risks page.
Good Candidates for Dermal Fillers and Volumisers
You are a good candidate for the procedure if:
- You are a non-smoker
- You are committed to maintaining good skin health
- You are in good overall health
- You have a positive outlook and realistic expectations
- You have lines around your mouth
- You have thin or sunken cheeks due to facial volume loss
- You have thin or uneven lips
Dermal Fillers Cost Sydney – How Much Are Dermal Filler Injections in Sydney?
The price of dermal filler injections in Sydney depends on various factors such as:
- Surgeon’s reputation, level of expertise, qualifications
- What is included in the surgical quote or price estimate
- Where is the procedure performed
- What filler is used and in what amount
- The complexity of each case
Learn more about plastic surgery fees on Dr Kernohan’s pricing page.
Alternatively, you can contact Dr Kernohan’s team for a price estimate or to set up an appointment today.
Funding Your Dermal Fillers Procedure
Find out more details about funding your procedure and payment plans on the financing options page.
How to find the right Dermal Fillers Practitioner in Sydney
The results achieved after getting dermal fillers depend not only on the type of substance used, but also the talent and experience of the person performing the procedure. This is the reason why it’s important to choose a talented and experienced practitioner, and not necessarily one that has the lowest fees.
Always look at their past patient photos and find one that you feel comfortable with.
