Dermal fillers are gel-like cross linked sterile synthetic material made from Hyaluronic acid, which is a natural biodegradable component of our own skin that can be synthesised. Dermal fillers add youthful volume to the structures that support our skin, the gel is injected beneath the skins surface resulting in a firmer and smoother appearance in addition to increasing collagen production resulting in improvement in skin hydration and resilience.
Dr Sknn - Perioral Line Fillers
Benefits
Volume Loss
Wrinkle Reduction
Happier Resting Face
A More Contoured Look
Hydration
Youthfulness
Perioral lines, also known as smokers lines, are fine wrinkles and lines on the upper and lower lip that radiate out of the border of the mouth. Due to loss of volume, skin elasticity in addition to environmental and the natural ageing process wrinkles and lines appear.
At Dr Sknn, perioral line fillers are only performed by Dr Shaffu who uses his professional knowledge and precise technique to deliver safe and effective results. Perioral fillers can be supplemented with anti wrinkle injections to give superior results.
Dr Sknn - Perioral Line Fillers
Benefits
Volume Loss
Wrinkle Reduction
Happier Resting Face
A More Contoured Look
Hydration
Youthfulness
Perioral lines, also known as smokers lines, are fine wrinkles and lines on the upper and lower lip that radiate out of the border of the mouth. Due to loss of volume, skin elasticity in addition to environmental and the natural ageing process wrinkles and lines appear.
At Dr Sknn, perioral line fillers are only performed by Dr Shaffu who uses his professional knowledge and precise technique to deliver safe and effective results. Perioral fillers can be supplemented with anti wrinkle injections to give superior results.
What are Dermal Fillers?
What Should You Expect Before The Procedure?
At Dr Sknn, prior to any filler procedure, Dr Shaffu performs a full medical history. Dr Shaffu then will perform a full aesthetic consultation looking at your face, skin and evaluate which signs of ageing have occurred. During the consultation there will be an opportunity to discuss any concerns, expectations, results or questions you may have. Prior to treatment any risks associated with the treatment are discussed ensuring you fully understand them. As each patient is different and no one size fits all approach is taken, Dr Shaffu then formulates a couture plan specifically tailored to your ageing concerns and signs that have developed. The expert technique is then performed to produce long lasting natural results in the least painful manner.
What Should You Expect During The Procedure?
Before your treatment Dr Shaffu will ask whether or not you would like any specialist numbing cream, the areas that will be treated will be marked. Before commencing any treatment Dr Shaffu will guide you through the process ensuring that you feel comfortable and pain free during the procedure. Post treatment a specialised sculpting technique is used on the area treated ensuring optimal results.
What Should You Expect After The Procedure?
Following your treatment you will be able to continue your day to day activities, you should expect to see results immediately. Redness, swelling and bruising which settle over a period of time is expected. Concealer make up may be used to reduce the appearance of common side effects 4 hours post procedure. Post treatment you will be provided with a complete list of aftercare instructions and contact details for any questions you may have.
What Should You Expect Before The Procedure?
At Dr Sknn, prior to any filler procedure, Dr Shaffu performs a full medical history. Dr Shaffu then will perform a full aesthetic consultation looking at your face, skin and evaluate which signs of ageing have occurred. During the consultation there will be an opportunity to discuss any concerns, expectations, results or questions you may have. Prior to treatment any risks associated with the treatment are discussed ensuring you fully understand them. As each patient is different and no one size fits all approach is taken, Dr Shaffu then formulates a couture plan specifically tailored to your ageing concerns and signs that have developed. The expert technique is then performed to produce long lasting natural results in the least painful manner.
What Should You Expect During The Procedure?
Before your treatment Dr Shaffu will ask whether or not you would like any specialist numbing cream, the areas that will be treated will be marked. Before commencing any treatment Dr Shaffu will guide you through the process ensuring that you feel comfortable and pain free during the procedure. Post treatment a specialised sculpting technique is used on the area treated ensuring optimal results.
What Should You Expect After The Procedure?
Following your treatment you will be able to continue your day to day activities, you should expect to see results immediately. Redness, swelling and bruising which settle over a period of time is expected. Concealer make up may be used to reduce the appearance of common side effects 4 hours post procedure. Post treatment you will be provided with a complete list of aftercare instructions and contact details for any questions you may have.
Dermal fillers can be used at Dr Sknn for the following
Tear-Trough & Orbital Ageing
improvement in hollowing and dark circles around the eyes resulting in a harmonious transition in facial structures
Cheek Filler
cheek elevation, sculpting, angulation and volumisation improving youthfulness
Marionette Lines (Corners of the mouth)
improvement of deep lines, fine and deep wrinkles in addition to improvement of volumisation.
Lip Enhancement
including plumping, volumisation, cupid’s bow lift, lip contouring, upturning mouth corners, correction of PHI ratio
Perioral Sculpting
improving deep lines, wrinkles and smoker’s lines around the lips
Mandibular Angle Augmentation
balancing the jaw angle with the jaw line and facial features
Jawline Enhancement & Jowl improvement
balancing the appearance of the jaw with other facial features creating a feminisation or masculinization effect
Chin Enhancement
lengthening or narrowing or correcting protrusion and profile harmonization
Nasolabial Folds (Nose to Mouth lines)
improvement of deep lines, fine and deep wrinkles in addition to improvement of volumisation.
Hand Fillers
reduction in the appearance of veins, tendons and bone structures through soft tissue volumisation.
Nonsurgical Rhinoplasty
improvement in all or each of the following: improvement of bumps, shape, volume, crookedness, nasal tip lifting
Before & Afters
Dermal fillers can be used at Dr Sknn for the following
Tear-Trough & Orbital Ageing
improvement in hollowing and dark circles around the eyes resulting in a harmonious transition in facial structures
Cheek Filler
cheek elevation, sculpting, angulation and volumisation improving youthfulness
Marionette Lines (Corners of the mouth)
improvement of deep lines, fine and deep wrinkles in addition to improvement of volumisation.
Lip Enhancement
including plumping, volumisation, cupid’s bow lift, lip contouring, upturning mouth corners, correction of PHI ratio
Perioral Sculpting
improving deep lines, wrinkles and smoker’s lines around the lips
Mandibular Angle Augmentation
balancing the jaw angle with the jaw line and facial features
Jawline Enhancement & Jowl improvement
balancing the appearance of the jaw with other facial features creating a feminisation or masculinization effect
Chin Enhancement
lengthening or narrowing or correcting protrusion and profile harmonization
Nasolabial Folds (Nose to Mouth lines)
improvement of deep lines, fine and deep wrinkles in addition to improvement of volumisation.
Nonsurgical Rhinoplasty
improvement in all or each of the following: improvement of bumps, shape, volume, crookedness, nasal tip lifting
Hand Fillers
reduction in the appearance of veins, tendons and bone structures through soft tissue volumisation.
Perioral Line Fillers
Chin Fillers
Jaw Fillers
Mandibular Angle Fillers
Jowl Fillers
Dermal Fillers
Tear Trough Fillers
Cheek Fillers
Lip Fillers
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Dermal Fillers be Reversed?
Depending on the area however at Dr Sknn we use hyaluronic acid based fillers (Juvederm) which can be reversed using hyaluronidase.
Are Perioral Line Fillers Safe?
Dermal Fillers are safe to use however are dependent on the expertise of the individual cosmetic practitioner.
At Dr Sknn, fillers are only performed by Dr Shaffu who uses his professional knowledge and precise techniques to deliver safe results.
Are Dermal Filler Painful?
Prior to performing any dermal fillers, if suitable, an anaesthetic cream is applied 30 minutes prior to the procedure to minimise discomfort additionally, at Dr Sknn, we use a fine needle in addition to fillers premixed with anaesthetic to minimise any discomfort.
What Type of Perioral Line Fillers are used?
At Dr Sknn we use Juvederm Fillers
Do Dermal Fillers have any side effects?
Prior to any procedure at Dr Sknn all side effects and risks are outlined. Additionally as Dr Shaffu performs the procedure past medical history including possible contraindications are checked to safely deliver fillers with minimal side effects and risks.
Some common side effects include:
Redness, swelling and bruising which settle over a period of time. Concealer make up may be used to reduce the appearance of common side effects 4 hours post procedure.
However prior to treatment a full outline of all potential side effect and complications will be discussed.
How Long do Perioral Line Fillers?
The longevity of Perioral Line Fillers depends on different factors however generally they last anywhere between 9 months to 12 months. The factors that influence the longevity of dermal fillers include areas that move often such as the mouth, the results lasts shorter then other areas that are more stationary such as around the cheek or chin area. During your consultation Dr Shaffu will provide you with a better idea of the expected duration of each of the treatments.
Who is unsuitable for the treatment?
Some of the contraindications are listed below. Please note that during the consultation we will assess suitability for the treatment
Pregnancy or breast feeding
Who is Suitable for Perioral Line Fillers?
Both Women & Men, during the consultation with Dr Shaffu individual risk factors will be assessed in order to see suitability for the treatment.
What Should I Avoid After Dermal Fillers?
Some of the aftercare instructions include:
Avoid touching and rubbing and make-up to the treated areas for 4 hours
Avoid extreme heat/cold for up to 1 week post treatment
Please note post your procedure you will be provided with a complete list of aftercare instructions.
Where can Dermal Fillers be used?
Due to the advanced technique and professional knowledge of Dr Shaffu dermal fillers can be used to restore the following indications safely and effectively.
Tear-Trough
Cheek Augmentation
Nonsurgical Rhinoplasty
Nasolabial Folds (Nose to mouth lines)
Marionette Lines (Corners of the mouth)
Lip Enhancement
Perioral Sculpting
Mandibular Angle Augmentation
Jawline Enhancement & Jowl improvement
Chin Enhancement
Hand Fillers
Can Dermal Fillers be used with Anti Wrinkle Injections
Yes both procedures can be combined with one another to produce the desired effect however during your consultation with Dr Shaffu a personalised plan will be formulated in order to use multiple different combination treatments to produce the desired aesthetic outcome.
What results can I expect with Perioral Line Fillers?
You would expect an improvement in:
Volume loss
Wrinkle reduction
Happier resting face
A more contoured look
Hydration
Youthfulness