Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are mainly used to disguise the signs of ageing. They can also be used to correct some scars, plump up the lips or correct asymmetries of the face by adding volume.

Ageing of the face consists of both fine lines forming and the contours of the face changing. Different dermal fillers, such as cheek fillers and lip fillers, are used to address both these problems. To refresh ageing skin, we also have a range of skin & laser treatments available.

Correcting fine lines

Lip lines, frown lines, forehead lines, smile lines and crow’s feet can all be treated by the finer fillers like Juvederm Volift. Juvederm is made from hyaluronic acid. These dermal fillers can be used alone for fine lines or as an adjunct to Botox for more stubborn wrinkles.

Re-contouring the face

‘Volumising’ is a technique that can achieve a complete facial rejuvenation, either by itself or in combination with fine line treatments. By placing hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm Voluma, Juvederm Ultra Plus or Juvederm Volift deep under the skin, it restores your youthful contours safely and effectively. When overdone, this has been referred to as pillow face or pillow cheeks. Most New Zealand men and women prefer a more natural, balanced look and this is what Palm Clinic is renowned for providing.

Often a combination of volume and fine line treatments layered together over a couple of sessions are needed to get a really flattering facial rejuvenation.

Lip fillers

The hyaluronic acid dermal lip fillers are ideal for increasing lip size and enhancing lip shape. Whether the lips have always been small, or reduced over the years, they can be plumped up with lip injections in just half an hour. Where necessary the border of the lip can be re-defined. In achieving a natural (non ‘trout-pout’) result, balance and restraint with lip filler use is vital. The lips should be in harmony with the age of the face, and should follow the ratio of 1:1.6 for top:bottom lip (i.e. the bottom lip should be bigger). Improving the appearance of the lips may also require attention to the contours around the mouth.

Dermal fillers are a quick and safe way to rejuvenate the face without having to undergo surgery or a general anaesthetic. Palm Clinic has access to a large range of dermal fillers used by highly trained staff to achieve an optimum “natural” result for you.

Fillers last between 6-24 months depending on the product used and the area it is used in. There are “permanent” fillers available but at Palm Clinic we prefer to use temporary dermal fillers. While permanent fillers are usually safe to use, if you do have a problem with side effects from a permanent filler the side effect can be permanent also. Our long-lasting but temporary range of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are dissolvable. In the very rare instance of an issue, they can be dissolved instantly.

The most common side effect is temporary discomfort and possible bruising and swelling. With our gentle technique, we aim to keep bruising and swelling to a minimum. It is best if you don’t exercise just before and after your treatment and avoid aspirin, anti-inflammatories and fish oils for one week before treatment to minimise bruising.

Hyaluronic acid fillers have a very low rate of complication. In very rare cases, you may have an allergy to the filler, this can be treated with Hyalase, an enzyme to dissolve the filler.

Even more rare is a complication where the filler blocks a small blood vessel supplying blood to the skin. This can compromise the skin causing a small ulcer, and is amenable to treatment with Hyalase also. There is an incredibly small chance of blindness. There has been one case in New Zealand with dermal filler injection to the nose. The higher risk areas (although still a very small risk) for blindness are the nose, forehead, frown area and temples.

This would be very unusual as nearly everyone is delighted with the improvement that dermal filler treatments make. However, if you really don’t like the result it may be that you need a simple adjustment with a little more product.

In a worst-case scenario, we can remove the product with an enzyme called Hyalase. Your Palm Clinic doctor is always available to discuss any concerns you may have. Remember we are there to provide the result that you want!

Our dermal fillers have local anaesthetic inside the filler. Palm Clinic was one of the first clinics to introduce these fillers in New Zealand which makes the treatment much easier for clients.

Once the fillers are in place, they can either cause no discomfort at all, or very minimal discomfort.

The cost depends on the amount of filler required. A consultation is required to address your concerns and advise on the amount and type of filler that is needed. Because dermal filler has a long life span a favoured option is the ‘chip away’ approach where you can slowly build on the result by adding filler as and when you want to, and budget allows.

A syringe of dermal filler starts at $800.

Dermal filler cost depends on the amount of filler required. A consultation is required to address your concerns and advise on the amount and type of dermal filler that is needed. Since dermal filler has a long lifespan, a favoured option is the ‘chip away’ approach. This is where you can slowly build on the result by adding filler as and when you want to, and as budget allows.

A syringe of dermal filler starts at $800.