Dermal (Face) Fillers Treatment Overview
- Sessions Required
Varies
- Duration of Results
Up to 2 years
- Downtime
Minimal downtime
- Session Duration
30 mins
- Skin Concern
- Facial depressions or lines
- Loss of volume in the chin, cheeks, or forehead
- Nasolabial folds
- Under-eye hollows or dark circles
- Overall loss of skin elasticity and firmness
Our team at SL Aesthetic Clinic offers anti-ageing and facial augmentation solutions with under eye fillers, nose fillers, chin fillers, cheek fillers, forehead fillers and more.
What is Dermal (Face) Filler?
Dermal (face) fillers are gel-like substances used for filling up facial depressions or lines under the skin, including the nose, chin, cheeks, forehead, nasolabial folds, under eyes and more. They are used in aesthetic practices in Singapore to give users younger-looking skin and a more youthful and refined facial contour.
How do Dermal (Face) Filler Treatments Work?
Dermal face fillers in Singapore are injected into the skin to fill lines, wrinkles, and add volume to areas that have lost its fullness from your younger days. How they work will depend on the type of filler injected.
- Hyaluronic Acid (HA): One of the most common substances used in dermal face fillers, HA is a naturally occurring molecule that attracts and retains water. It helps hydrate the skin and create a plumping effect.
- Collagen: Another essential protein in the skin, collagen provides structure and elasticity. Dermal face fillers containing collagen aim to restore these elements, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Common Dermal (Face) Filler Treatment Areas
Fillers can be used in areas where a patient wants to augment contours anywhere on the face; fill up facial depressions and/or project a facial feature. As with any procedure or treatment, results can vary by individual. Areas that face fillers can be used for include:
- Nasolabial Fillers – fill up depressed nasolabial folds; the ridges between the nose
- Under Eye fillers – correct the appearance of eyebags and tear troughs, giving a more refreshed look
- Cheek fillers – Fill up sunken cheeks, lift the cheeks, nasolabial folds and marionette lines
- Nose fillers – Project and define the nose bridge and tip for a sharper facial profile
- Temple fillers – Restore volume at the temples, which often gets sunken in and narrow with age. A full temple projects a youthful appearance.
- Lip filler – Plump up thin lips and give a fuller set of puckers, smooth out lip wrinkles.
- Chin filler – Elongate a short and receded chin, augment the shape of the chin, such as changing a broad chin into a sharp chin.
- Reduce deep wrinkles and skin folds
- Fill holes caused by acne scars
What are the types of dermal (face) fillers?
Non-permanent fillers
Hyaluronic acid fillers
- Naturally occurring substance in the skin.
- Promotes collagen synthesis, plumping, and filling targeted areas.
- Can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if results are unsatisfactory.
Collagen stimulating fillers
- Calcium Hydroxylapatite Fillers (e.g., CaHA Skinbooster):
- Made from a mineral-like compound found in bones.
- Slightly longer-lasting than hyaluronic acid but may lead to issues like nodule formation and over-correction.
- Polycaprolactone [PCL] Fillers:
- Made of a bioresorbable polymer.
- Similar issues to Calcium Hydroxylapatite fillers.
- Poly-L-lactic Acid [PLLA] and/or Poly DL Lactide [PDLLA] Fillers:
- Biodegradable synthetic substance.
- Stimulates collagen production for gradual and long-lasting results (up to two years).
Collagen fillers
- Derived from animal collagen.
- Not commonly used today due to low safety profile and lack of longevity.
Permanent fillers
Polymethyl Methacrylate [PMMA] fillers
- Contains PMMA microspheres that can’t be broken down by the body.
- Causes collagen synthesis, but errors or side effects are irreversible.
Polyacrylamide Gel [PAAG] fillers
- Contains the same ingredient as soft contact lenses.
- Banned in Singapore.
Autologous fat injections
- Involves taking fat from one part of the body and injecting it into the face.
- More invasive with a longer-lasting or permanent outcome.
- Requires a complex process and recovery period.
What are the benefits of dermal (face) fillers?
- Wrinkle Reduction: Dermal fillers are highly effective in reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
- Restored Facial Volume: Dermal fillers can restore lost volume to areas such as the cheeks, temples, and under the eyes, helping to create a fuller and more rejuvenated facial appearance.
- Natural-Looking Results: Well-administered dermal fillers can provide subtle and natural-looking results.
- Quick and Minimally Invasive: Dermal filler treatments are typically quick and involve minimal downtime.
- Customisable Solutions: Dermal fillers come in various formulations, allowing for a customised approach based on individual needs and goals.
- Boosted Collagen Production: Dermal fillers stimulate collagen production and provide skin structure and elasticity, contributing to long-term skin health.
- Versatility in Treatment Areas: Dermal fillers can be used in various areas of the face, including the lips, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and jawline.
- Long-Lasting Results: Many formulations provide long-lasting effects, reducing the need for frequent maintenance treatments.
- Minimal Discomfort: Most dermal filler formulations contain a numbing agent, and practitioners can use additional anaesthetics to minimise discomfort during the injection process.
- Improved Self-Confidence: Enhancing facial features can increase self-confidence and a more positive self-image.
How much do dermal (face) fillers cost?
The cost of dermal face filler treatments in Singapore can vary based on the type of filler used, the amount required, and the practitioner’s expertise. On average, prices range from $700 to several thousand dollars per session.
Reduce Wrinkles And Fine Lines With Dermal Fillers Now
Our team at SL Aesthetic Clinic offers anti-ageing skin solutions using dermal fillers such as skinboosters for brighter skin, and facial augmentation with nose fillers, chin fillers, cheek fillers, forehead fillers and more.
What Are Fillers?
Fillers are gel-like substances used to fill up facial depressions or lines under the skin, including the nose, chin, cheeks, forehead, nasolabial folds, under eyes and more. They are used in aesthetic practices in Singapore to give users younger-looking skin and aesthetic contours.
Fillers come in various forms: collagen, hyaluronic acid, or silicon. The former two forms can last anywhere from 9 to 12 months or longer, depending on the individual. They also come in several brands and molecular weights. The choice of which type of filler depends on the depth and area to be used, which will be assessed by the doctor. Heavier molecular fillers are used for depressions or augmenting facial features such as the nose, chin, cheeks, forehead and more, while lighter ones are used for superficial problems like finer lines around the eyes, or plumping up the lips. Different brands have different advantages and disadvantages. It is advisable to consult our doctors on which brands and types are more suitable for your concerns.
Filler brands carried at SL Aesthetic Clinic include Restylane, Juvederm and Belotero.
Your Way To Augment Your Appearance With SL Aesthetic Clinic’s Dermal And Face Fillers
Fillers can be used in areas where a patient wants to augment contours anywhere on the face; fill up facial depressions and/or project a facial feature. As with any procedure or treatment, results can vary by individual. Areas that face fillers can be used for include:
- Face Fillers – fill up depressed nasolabial folds; the ridges between the nose
- Cheek fillers – Fill up sunken cheeks
- Nose fillers – Project and define the nose for a sharper facial profile
- Fillers can also be used to re-shape the upper face (i.e Dermal Fillers) to make it broader in the area above the lateral tip of the eye
- Lip filler – Plump up thin lips and give a fuller set of puckers
- Chin filler – Add definition and give prominence to a flat chin
- Reduce deep wrinkles and skin folds
- Fill holes caused by acne scars
FAQ
What should I do after Dermal (Face) Fillers?
- Follow post-procedure instructions: Your practitioner will provide specific guidelines for aftercare. Instructions may include avoiding strenuous activities, exposure to direct sunlight, or certain skincare products.
- Stay hydrated: Drinking at least two litres of water daily will help maintain the results and support the overall health of your skin.
- Avoid touching or rubbing: Minimise touching or rubbing the treated areas to prevent infection or displacement of the filler.
- Avoid alcohol consumption: Alcohol consumption immediately after fillers may cause redness and swelling for some people.
What are the side effects of (Face) dermal fillers?
You may expect temporary redness, swelling, and bruising at the injection site. These effects are common and usually subside within a few days.
While rare, more severe complications such as allergic reactions, vascular complications or infections can occur. It’s crucial to report any unusual symptoms to your practitioner promptly.
What can I expect from (Face) dermal fillers?
Dermal face fillers in Singapore are designed to provide subtle, natural-looking results, avoiding an overly worked-on appearance. You’ll often notice an immediate improvement in the treated areas, with continued enhancement over the following days.
The duration of results varies depending on the type of filler used. Some may last several months, while others can offer effects up to two years.
What if I don't like how I look after I inject fillers?
Fillers, especially hyaluronic acid-based ones, offer the advantage of being reversible. If you’re unhappy with the results, your healthcare provider can use an enzyme called hyaluronidase to dissolve the filler and restore your original appearance.
Will fillers be bad for my health in the long run?
Fillers are not harmful to our health, even in the long run. Fillers are commonly made up of hyaluronic acid which is a naturally occurring substance in human skin. So, it is not harmful to us.
The filler only stays at the site of injection and integrates well with skin, replacing lost collagen and providing hydration and support from within.
Will I look worse if I stop doing fillers?
The next time you need filler injections after your first is at least 1 year later, and we will not look worse if we choose to stop.
For best results, we recommend doing it regularly when you start to notice the effect of the fillers diminishing.
Will fillers make me look fake and unnatural?
Looking fake and unnatural is a valid concern, but our doctors aim to only replace the volume you have lost from ageing so that you will look natural but noticeably fresher.
Fillers injection is an art and no two faces are the same. When our doctors use fillers to sculpt your face, they are improving the proportions of your face so that you look more ideal.
You will only look fake if doctors go beyond what is ideal resulting in the face being “overfilled”. This does not happen at SL Aesthetic Clinic.
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