Dermal Fillers
Advanced hyaluronic acid treatments to restore lost volume, support facial structures, and enhance contours.
Clinical Introduction
Images of exaggerated results can make dermal fillers feel daunting. At EQUA Clinic, our approach centres on subtle, carefully considered enhancements that respect your individual features. Hyaluronic acid is a substance naturally present in the body. At EQUA Clinic, we use hyaluronic acid dermal fillers to restore volume, refine facial contours and enhance proportions. Treatment can soften signs of ageing and refresh your appearance, with an emphasis on overall facial harmony. Every treatment is planned with restraint, respecting your natural anatomy and facial balance. Our aim is a refreshed appearance that still feels unmistakably like you. Suitability, expected results and risks are discussed during consultation.
Suitability Indicators
- Individuals experiencing volume depletion in the cheeks, temples, or under-eyes
- Patients seeking to soften deep folds like nasolabial or marionette lines
- Patients wanting to redefine facial contours such as the jawline or chin
- Those looking for natural, immediate structural refinement
Target Concerns
- Mid-face volume loss
- Flattening of cheeks
- Deep facial folds and creases
- Receding chin or weak jawline definition
- Under-eye hollowing (tear troughs)
Consultation Process
All treatments are preceded by a detailed face-to-face medical consultation with Ana Grupeli. We map your facial anatomy, review your health history, discuss product longevity, and select the precise density of premium hyaluronic acid filler to match your goals.
The Treatment Journey Steps
- Comprehensive aesthetic mapping and safety evaluation
- Skin sanitisation and application of local numbing if required
- Precise, controlled clinical placement of hyaluronic acid using sterile needles or micro-cannulas
- Slight tissue integration and safety verification
- Detailed home-care instruction and direct access to follow-up care
Safety & Downtime
Safety Note: Dermal fillers are temporary and reversible. At EQUA, we maintain medical dissolution agents (hyaluronidase) on-site and are fully trained in advanced clinical complications management, ensuring your peace of mind.
Expected Downtime: Expect mild swelling, redness, or bruising at the treatment sites, which typically starts to settle over 24 to 48 hours and usually resolves fully within 1 to 2 weeks.
Clinical Benefits & Limitations
Primary Benefits
- Provides instant volume restoration and deep structural support
- Redefines facial contours such as the cheekbones, jawline, and chin
- Softens deep-seated folds and shadows to refresh the overall facial profile
- Fully reversible and customized to your unique skeletal anatomy
Anatomical Limitations
- Does not improve overall skin surface texture, active acne, or superficial pigmentation
- Subject to natural metabolic breakdown over time, requiring touch-ups
- Cannot lift significantly sagging skin upwards (does not replace a surgical face-lift for severe skin laxity)
Precautions & Contraindications
- Active skin infection, cold sores, or acne in the treatment area
- History of autoimmune disease or severe, recurrent anaphylaxis
- Pregnancy, active breastfeeding, or planning to conceive
- Undergoing major dental work 2 weeks before or after treatment
Home Aftercare Instructions
- Keep the treated areas clean and avoid applying make-up or skincare for 24 hours
- Do not massage or apply firm pressure to the treated areas unless specifically instructed
- Refrain from hot baths, steam rooms, saunas, and intense exercise for 48 hours
- Avoid high-altitude flying and dental procedures for 2 weeks post-treatment
- Sleep on your back with your head slightly elevated on the first night
Expected Results & Longevity
Results are immediately visible after placement, with the final integration and cosmetic outcome becoming fully apparent in 2 weeks once any initial swelling has resolved.
Treatment Longevity: Dermal fillers are temporary. Results typically last between 6 to 18 months, depending on the area treated, product density, and individual metabolic rates.
Pricing
We believe in transparent pricing with no hidden costs. All treatments include a comprehensive medical consultation, personalised assessment, treatment (where appropriate) and aftercare.
Dermal Fillers
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the treatment hurt?
We use high-quality fillers that contain built-in lidocaine (a local anaesthetic) to maximise your comfort. Topical numbing creams can also be applied prior to the injections.
What are the risks of dermal fillers?
Common temporary risks include swelling, bruising, and minor lumps. Extremely rare risks include vascular occlusion, which we are fully prepared and medically equipped to manage instantly.
Can dermal fillers be removed?
Yes. Hyaluronic acid fillers are temporary and can be fully dissolved and reversed using the enzyme hyaluronidase if clinically indicated.
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