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Facial Fillers

Fillers are popular treatments used for softening static wrinkles, laughter lines and facial lines caused naturally by ageing or sun exposure.
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What Is Facial Filler?

A facial filler refers to a cosmetic treatment used to enhance facial features and restore volume to areas that have lost their fullness due to ageing, weight loss, or other factors. It involves the injection of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the human body that absorbs water, causing a smoothening and filling effect. Once administered, it functions as an inflated cushion, providing support to facial structures and tissues that may have experienced a decrease in volume or elasticity. As a result, the treatment area will plump up as wrinkles, depressions or folds virtually fill out, resulting in the skin looking fresh and hydrated. This is why facial fillers are effective anti-wrinkle injections.
However, do note that scars and deep lines might require multiple injections to achieve your desired results. Common sites for deeper tissue fillers are the nasolabial folds and marionette lines, or the cheeks to enhance fullness. Popular areas to add volume and fullness include the lips, cheeks, and nose bridge. The forehead, eyes, lips, chin, neck, décolletage, and hands are among the areas that might benefit from smoothing and plumping lines and wrinkles.

You Can Expect

  • Reduced appearance of lines
  • Enhanced facial shape
  • Non-surgical, no downtime

You Can Expect

  • Reduced appearance of lines
  • Enhanced facial shape
  • Non-surgical, no downtime

What is a Dermal Filler?

Most fillers are made of hyaluronic acid. As such, they are commonly regarded as hyaluronic acid facial fillers. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in our body, especially in our joints, cartilage, and tissues. One molecule of hyaluronic acid can attract 20 molecules of water. It will draw moisture or water molecules to itself when injected into tissue, producing an instant filling effect. Over time, it will keep drawing water to itself, giving the injected region a volumised, bouncy, and smooth appearance.

Is It Safe?
The majority of individuals are appropriate candidates for hyaluronic acid filler treatments. As this substance naturally exists in the body, there is no chance of experiencing an allergic response. Nevertheless, it is advisable to seek guidance from your physician before pursuing any filler procedures.

While some individuals may feel minor discomfort or a slight pinch during the procedure, others may hardly notice any pain at all. Prior to the treatment, a topical anaesthetic or numbing cream is applied to the treated area to help minimise any potential discomfort. In addition, we used hyaluronic acid facial fillers in Singapore that contain a numbing agent, reducing any sensitivity and pain during the treatment procedure.

Hyaluronic acid facial fillers or anti-wrinkle injections are extremely safe these days, but like other medical treatments, they may come with some mild side effects, such as swelling, redness, and itching, to name a few. If you feel any discomfort or pain or these side effects persist, we recommend seeking the assistance of your doctor.

As the substance gradually breaks down and is absorbed by the body, hyaluronic acid facial fillers are not permanent. In most cases, the enhancement remains noticeable for a period of 6 to 12 months. In order to sustain the desired results, it is advisable to undergo subsequent or supplementary treatments.

What Are the Common Indications for Dermal Fillers?

Common indications are:

  • Sunken cheeks
  • Tear trough
  • Laugh lines
  • Depressed temples
  • Loss of volume on forehead
  • Recessed chin
  • Depressed nose-bridge
  • Small lips (not so common in Asia)

Frequently Asked Questions

There can be some discomfort that is described as mild pain or a burning, itching sensation. However, this discomfort is usually minimal and is very well tolerated.
The results are seen immediately after the treatment, although this gradually improves over the course of the following 2–4 weeks.
Treatments for hyaluronic acid facial fillers last an average of 6-12 months for most first-time patients.
Usually, two sessions of anti-wrinkle injections are recommended. No special pre-op preparation or post-op precautions are necessary. Patients can immediately return to their normal everyday activities.
There are no specific age limitations for getting hyaluronic acid facial fillers, as suitability for the treatment is more dependent on individual factors rather than a specific age range. While hyaluronic acid facial fillers are commonly used to address signs of ageing, such as wrinkles and volume loss, younger individuals may also seek them for enhancements or corrections.
As the hyaluronic acid facial fillers naturally break down over time, you may notice a gradual loss of volume or a return of wrinkles and lines. If you wish to maintain the results, you can schedule follow-up appointments with your doctor to receive touch-up treatments or additional anti-wrinkle injections in Singapore.
The duration of anti-wrinkle injections can vary depending on factors such as the area treated, individual metabolism, and lifestyle factors. Generally, hyaluronic acid facial fillers in Singapore can last anywhere from 6 to 18 months. Denser fillers, such as those used for deep wrinkles or volumising purposes, tend to last longer compared to thinner fillers used for fine lines.