Wrinkle smoothing injections

As we age, skin begins to sag and fine lines and wrinkles start to appear. This is largely due to the fact that underlying collagen and fat that we need for firm, tight skin, begins to break down. This loss of volume is a natural part of ageing, however, it can leave behind unwanted changes to our skin such as deep lines from the nose to the mouth known as nasolabial folds, loss of cheek volume and sagging around the jowls.

Dermal filler injections can fight back against deeper wrinkles, add more volume to sagging areas and produce results similar to a facelift without surgery.

You can also use dermal fillers in younger clients to enhance their facial contours, for example if they have a small chin or thin lips, dermal fillers can give a perfect natural looking enhancement to your face shape.

At No 6 Clinic we only use FDA- approved product, such as Restylane, Juvederm and Teosyal, which are composed of Hyaluronic Acid. Hyaluronic Acid is naturally found throughout our bodies. It is in our skin, joints, bones and eyes therefore when injected into the skin it is naturally absorbed by the body meaning results appear natural and are not permanent like other alternatives.

At No6 Clinic, Dr Gilani uses an advance technique of minimally invasive single entry needle point with reduced trauma and decreased risk of bruising. The cannula gently moves in the deeper layer of the skin and injects the product to give a natural result with minimal visible signs.

• Frown Lines
• Tear Through
• Cheek Enhancement
• Non-surgical Rhinoplasty
• Nose to Mouth Lines
• Perioral Smokers
• Facial Scars
• Lip reshaping
• Marionette Lines
• Jaw line augmentation and reshaping
• Chin remodeling

Dermal Fillers are well known for delivering outstanding results. Results from Dermal Fillers begin to show immediately after treatment and can last up to 12 months (depending on the product used and the area treated). Lip fillers tend to last for a slightly shorter amount of time – around six months. 

To give your filler the best chance of lasting as long as possible, there are filler aftercare steps you can take. If you look after your skin with sun cream and follow a good skin care regime then your dermal fillers will last longer. 

Dermal fillers are used throughout the world every day and are very safe. In terms of the actual procedure, you will experience a mild discomfort. No one likes the feeling of an injection, but it is a small scratch as the needle goes in and then a slight stinging sensation will be felt as the filler is injected. We can use numbing anaesthetic to treat the area to help minimise discomfort. 

Compared with invasive face lifts or implants, there are no cuts, stitches or incisions, so the small amount of discomfort is outweighed by the outstanding results. 

The are some side effects listed below and all of these will be discussed in your initial consultation.

• The level of discomfort experienced by a client is dependant on the type of filler being used and the area being treated. The nose and lips are known to be a more sensitive area, the client should only experience a mild discomfort and anaesthetic can be used to ensure the client is full comfortable.
• A slight bleeding after the needle has been inserted into the skin is the first and most common side-effect.
• If you have a history of cold sores or fever blisters in the treated area, filler injections may cause them to break out again.
• Bruising, Redness,Tenderness and swelling commonly occur around the injection site, these side effects usually take 2-3 days to subside.
• On rare occasions clients can have an allergic reaction to Dermal Fillers, meaning redness, swelling, itching, hardness and bumps can occur in the skin. These side effects can last several months.
• Additional side effects include infections and discolouration or change in pigmentation.
• Dermal Fillers are normally tolerated well by clients, however, rare serious risks include scarring, blurred vision, partial vision loss, blindness, necrosis.
• Allergic Reactions may lead to severe reaction (anaphylactic shock) that requires emergency medical help.

After treatment, many clients are able to resume their day to day activities immediately. However, small side-effects from Dermal Filler are common therefore, it is imperative to follow all filler aftercare instructions to obtain maximum results without complications. Afterwards there may be some swelling or bruising. The swelling fades within around 48 hours and the bruising can take up to a fortnight to fade.

• The most common side effects include tenderness,swelling, bruising, pain,redness, discolouration and itching at the injection site. It is recommend to use iced water soaks or ice packs to help reduce swelling. The reactions normally appear shortly after treatment and may last between 7 to 14 days.
• Avoid activities that cause excessive perspiration such as, the gym, saunas etc for 48 hours as you risk sweating the Dermal Filler out.
• Avoid any form of makeup, Facial or Spa treatment as again this may cause the Dermal Filler to spread causing adverse effects.
• If you determine that the discomfort is severe or if the site gives rise to other conditions, such as oedema or prolonged swelling contact the clinic immediately.
• Most side effects will resolve with time, some side effects may persist longer than 30 days, in this case you are usually referred to your GP whereby antibiotics or steroids may be recommended. The risks associated with Dermal Fillers are low, but it is important to be aware.
• If you have any concerns no matter how big or small contact your practitioner immediately we will be happy to advise or invite you into the clinic to discuss any issues you may be having.

Prices depend on amount of product used. Generally we charge £220 for 0.55ml and £350 for 1ml. We specialize in using an advance cannula technique to minimize down time and discomfort.

Lower face and nose fillers are an advance technique, requiring more skill and expertise.