Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers

e.g. JUVEDERM®

How does a wrinkle form?

  • Your skin consists of two layers known as the epidermis and the dermis
  • The dermis, or innermost layer of the skin, is composed primarily of connective tissue and provides the skin with a support network.
    • Most facial wrinkles and deeper nasolabial folds occur within the dermal layer of the skin
  • Much like a sponge, its primary function is to absorb water, which creates volume in the face
  • As we age, HA diminishes, which contributes to the presence of lines and folds. Hyaluronic acid fillers (Juvederm®, Restylane®) work to correct this by restoring hyaluronic acid in your skin

What areas can be treated?:

  • Crow’s feet
  • Laugh lines
  • Smoker’s lines
  • Frown lines
  • Superficial to Moderate wrinkles

Hyaluronic acid is a substance which is naturally present in the skin. It is of non-animal origin and unlike collagen, it does not require any preliminary test.

Hyaluronic acid is suitable for patients of all ages and all skin types.

  • Hyaluronic acid filler is a nonsurgical, physician-administered treatment
  • Using a fine needle, the doctor eases the filler under the skin to fill the soft tissue of the dermis
  • This adds volume and diminishes the appearance of wrinkles and nasolabial folds instantly
  • The treatment session lasts 30 to 45 minutes in most cases
  • We offer local anaesthesia to make the correction more comfortable, by applying an anaesthetic cream or by local superficial anaesthesia
    • Some filler products contain local anesthetic to make the injection more comfortable
  • Fillers are available in a variety of formulations increasing versatility—
    • some are used for contouring and volumizing facial wrinkles and folds,
    • and others for deeper folds and facial wrinkles
  • In the hours following the injection, we recommend that you avoid excessive facial expressions.
  • You are not recommended to expose yourself to sunlight or excessive heat (e.g. sauna) for long times during the weeks after the injection; or to touch, handle or massage the site injected
  • Make up and usual care may be used on the day after treatment
  • Inflammatory reactions (redness and swelling) which may be associated with stinging or pain on pressure may occur after the injection
    • These reactions may last for a week
  • Swelling or nodules may develop at the injection site
  • Very rare cases of discolouration (reversible) of the injection area have been reported
  • Also, very rare cases of necrosis (severe tissue damage), infection, long lasting inflammation (granulomas) and allergy are possible
  • Women who are pregnant or breast feeding
  • Areas with inflammatory and/or infectious skin problems (acne etc.)
  • Tendencey to develop hypertrophic scarring
  • Autoimmune disease (e.g. lupus)
  • Allergy to hyaluronic acid
  • Areas with inflammatory and/or infectious skin problems (acne etc.)
  • Other injections for wrinkles
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Chemical Peels
  • Photofacials (IPL)
  • Levulan PDT (Photodynamic Therapy)
  • The cost is determined based on the amount of the injection that is used
  • Eye Lash Enhancing Treatments, Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels, and IPL (Intense Pulsed Light Fotofacials) can be successfully combined with Injections for Wrinkles
  • Eye Lash Enhancing Treatments which help your own lashes to grow:
    • Longer
    • Thicker
    • Fuller
    • Darker
    • To learn more about Eye Lash Enhancing treatments, please click here
  • Microdermabrasion and Chemical Peels (Lactic and Lactic with Retinoic Boost) help to:
    • Unclog pores
    • Improve skin tone
    • Remove devitalized and dead skin cells
    • Give the skin a fresh glow
    • To learn more about Chemical Peels, please click here
    • To learn more about Microdermabrasion, please click here
  • IPL (Intense Pulsed Light Fotofacial, Photofacial) treats:
    • Broken blood vessels
    • Background red skin tones
    • Brown freckling
    • Enlarged pores
    • Sun damage
    • Depleted skin collagen
    • All of these lead to smoother, younger looking skin and reduced redness at the same time
    • To learn more about IPL(Intense Pulsed Light Fotofacials), please click here

How long does it last?

  • The effects of hyaluronic acid usually last 9 months, and may last up to 1 year or more
  • This effect varies depending on the types of skin, areas, amounts injected, and the injection technique
  • The average life of hyaluronic acid in the lips is 6 months

Do I need a doctor’s referral to make an appointment?

  • No

When can I start having treatments?

  • Today!
  • For your convenience, the services above are available in my office

What if you are interested to learn more?

  • If you would like to learn more:
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    • E-Mail Us
    • Or call our aesthetic centre directly at 905-549-7873 to book a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable technicians

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