The so-called fillers are currently widely used in aesthetic medicine. They allow for a relatively quick and safe restoration of the youthful appearance, in comparison, for example, to traditional face lifting procedures. Most fillers can shallow wrinkles and furrows in less than 30 minutes, and the results of the treatment last from 4 months to over a year.
In many cases, the effects are spectacular and allow for a restoration of a youthful, healthy look and radiant, smooth complexion. Fillers work in a different way than botox, which relaxes the muscles under the wrinkles on the skin. The effect of fillers, on the other hand, is the smoothing of the wrinkles themselves, thanks to which they become virtually invisible. Fillers are also used in modelling and increasing the volume of some parts of the face like cheeks, chin, temples or lips.
They are also used to correct tear trough deformities and dark circles under the eyes. Some fillers can also be used to treat acne scars or HIV-associated lipoatrophy. Filler based treatment is fast, relatively simple and easily accessible. However, like all products used in aesthetic medicine, they are associated with a particular risk of complications. Possible side effects include allergic reactions and the formation of subcutaneous nodules.
Sometimes, there might appear a blue discolouration of the skin, called the Tyndall effect, which may persist for several months. In rare cases, incorrect administration of the filler may lead to tissue necrosis. There were also isolated cases of nerve damage. Below we will focus on the different types of fillers that we offer in our Clinic. Each of them allows to achieve a slightly different effect and has a different duration.
Our aesthetic medicine specialists will be happy to help you choose the right preparation, consult them in case of any doubts about the proper method of treatment. One of the most popular fillers are products based on hyaluronic acid. Each of the preparations available on the market works slightly differently and allows you to achieve particular results.
