Hyaluronic Fillers for Lips, Face and Under Eye Circles: What to Know
Hyaluronic acid fillers are one of the most popular aesthetic treatments for restoring volume and refreshing the face. Using hyaluronic acid, a substance that occurs naturally in the skin, it is possible to shape the lips, cheeks and chin and to soften under-eye hollows and nasolabial folds, with a result that is visible immediately. You can read everything about the treatment on the hyaluronic acid fillers page.
What are hyaluronic acid fillers?
Hyaluronic acid fillers are gels based on hyaluronic acid that are injected into targeted areas of the face. Hyaluronic acid binds water, so volume is restored at the treated site, hydration improves and the tone of the skin is lifted. This is why fillers simultaneously fill, hydrate and gently tighten the skin.
What can be corrected with fillers?
Hyaluronic acid fillers are remarkably versatile. They are most often used for:
- augmenting and contouring the lips while keeping a natural shape;
- restoring volume to the cheeks and cheekbones;
- shaping and defining the chin and jawline;
- correcting under-eye hollows and a tired look beneath the eyes;
- softening nasolabial folds and lines around the mouth.
The benefits of the treatment are an immediate lifting and refreshing effect, intensive hydration of the skin from within, improved tone and facial contours, and a long lasting, natural result.
What does filler treatment involve?
The treatment begins with a consultation at which the doctor assesses your face and agrees a plan with you. The filler is then carefully injected into predetermined areas. The whole treatment usually takes around 30 minutes, and the result is visible as soon as it is complete.
Who are fillers intended for?
Hyaluronic acid fillers are ideal for anyone who wants to restore volume to the lips, cheeks and chin, soften nasolabial folds and under-eye hollows, or simply achieve a natural and long lasting result without surgery. Current prices are available in the price list.
Fillers or Botox: what is the difference?
Although they are often mentioned together, fillers and Botox address different concerns. Hyaluronic acid fillers restore lost volume and fill, so they are used for the lips, cheeks, chin and under-eye area. Botox acts on the muscles of facial expression and relaxes them, which softens lines on the forehead, between the eyebrows and around the eyes. In practice the two treatments are often combined, because together they give a more harmonious and complete rejuvenating effect. Which is the right choice for you is best assessed at a consultation.
Aftercare following filler treatment
After the treatment it is important to follow a few simple pieces of advice so that the result is as good as possible. For the first 24 hours it is recommended to avoid intense physical activity, saunas, sunbeds and sun exposure, and not to massage the treated area unless your doctor advises it. Mild bruising or swelling, if it occurs, resolves quickly. Your doctor will also give you additional advice at your follow-up, tailored to the treated area.
The safety of hyaluronic acid filler treatment
One of the advantages of hyaluronic acid fillers is that they are based on a substance that occurs naturally in the skin, so the body tolerates them well. The treatment should be performed by a trained doctor, under sterile conditions and using certified products, because both safety and a natural appearance depend on correct technique. A further advantage is that the effect of hyaluronic acid fillers is reversible: if necessary, the hyaluronic acid can be dissolved with a specific enzyme. Before treatment the doctor takes details of your health and any allergies in order to keep the treatment safe.
Frequently asked questions
Which areas of the face are treated with hyaluronic acid fillers?
Hyaluronic acid fillers are most often used to augment and shape the lips, restore volume to the cheeks and chin, correct under-eye hollows and soften nasolabial folds. The treatment plan is drawn up individually, according to your facial anatomy and the result you want.
Is filler treatment painful and how long does it take?
The treatment is quick and usually takes around 30 minutes. Discomfort is kept to a minimum because fillers most often contain an anaesthetic, and an anaesthetic cream is used if needed. Most people tolerate the treatment very well.
How long do the results of hyaluronic acid fillers last?
The result is visible immediately and most often lasts 6 to 12 months, sometimes longer, depending on the type of filler, the treated area and your metabolism. After that the treatment can be repeated if you wish.
What is recovery like after fillers?
Recovery is short. Mild bruising or swelling at the injection site is possible and resolves quickly. For the first 24 hours it is recommended to avoid the sun, saunas and intense physical activity.
Do fillers look natural?
When applied skilfully and in the right quantity, hyaluronic acid fillers give a natural result: the face looks more rested and more harmonious, with facial expression preserved. The aim is a refreshed appearance, not a change in your features.
Book a filler consultation at Miren Medic
The best way to find out what is right for you is a consultation with a doctor. Book an appointment at Miren Medic Polyclinic in Belgrade and you will receive a treatment plan tailored to your face and your wishes. The doctor will assess your anatomy and propose the type and quantity of filler that will achieve a natural and harmonious result. Treatments are performed by experienced doctors using high quality, certified products.
