Dermal Fillers
These lines are often associated with aging as they are usually a result of volume loss in the mid-face. As we age, we lose fat in our face and our facial bones shrink-that combined with a reduction in skin integrity, i.e. reduced collagen and elastin, causes the face to sag. This creates lines and folds in the lower face. However, some people may present with these lines or folds as a result of weight loss or even sleeping habits. Before this procedure, it is often necessary to examine the rest of the face before treating these lines or folds directly as this can give the illusion of an over-treated ‘heavy’ lower face. Dermal fillers are then injected to replace lost volume- softening lines and folds and giving a fresher, more youthful look. The brand of Dermal Fillers we use lasts around 9-12 months.