Dermal fillers in Bristol: cheeks, chin, jawline and lower face

Dermal filler is a hyaluronic acid gel, like lip filler but usually firmer, placed deeper in the skin or close to the bone. It can restore volume that has reduced over time, add a little structure to areas such as the cheeks, chin and jaw, and temporarily soften the look of deeper lines. [[ASK Q33: the products you use for each area]]

It isn’t a facelift and it doesn’t stop the face ageing. The aim is balance: you, looking rested and like yourself. Like all hyaluronic acid filler, it’s temporary.

Dermal filler may suit you if you’re 18 or over, in good general health, and you’d like a subtle change to volume, structure or deeper lines, with realistic expectations of what filler can do.

It isn’t right for you at the moment if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; have an infection, cold sore, spots or inflammation in or near the area; have a history of severe allergies or anaphylaxis, or are allergic to local anaesthetics or anything in the filler; have a bleeding disorder or take medicines that thin the blood (tell me at your consultation); have an autoimmune condition or a weakened immune system (we’ll talk it through first); have had dental treatment in the last two weeks or have some booked in the next two; or feel unwell on the day.

You book a consultation on its own first. It takes about 20 minutes (£[[ASK]]).

We talk about what you’d like to change, look at your face together in good light, and go through your health history and any previous treatments. I’ll explain what I’d recommend, and what I wouldn’t. If we agree on a plan, you’ll have it in writing: the area, the product, the amount in ml and the total price.

There’s no obligation to go ahead and no pressure to decide on the day. If you’d like to, we book your treatment appointment together [[ASK Q49: same day if time allows, or always a later date?]].

How long it takes. Treatment appointments take about [[ASK Q58: length per area]].

Downtime. Expect some swelling, tenderness and possibly bruising for a few days; most of it settles within one to two weeks. The chin and jaw can feel firm at first. Most people carry on with their day, but please avoid alcohol, strenuous exercise, saunas and sunbeds for 24 hours, and sleep on your back for the first night if you can.

How long it lasts. Dermal filler is temporary. How long it lasts depends on the product, the area and your own body. [[ASK Q33: the duration stated in the instructions for use of each product you use]] I’ll give you an honest expectation at your consultation.

The common effects are short-lived: swelling, tenderness, bruising, redness, and some firmness or small lumps while the filler settles.

Less commonly, filler can lead to infection, lumps that don’t settle, swelling that returns weeks later, or filler moving from where it was placed.

Rarely, filler can block a blood vessel. The risk is higher in some parts of the face, including around the nose and the lines beside it, which is one reason every plan starts with a careful consultation. It’s an emergency that needs treating straight away; I watch for the signs during and after treatment, and you’ll leave knowing what to look out for.

Your consultation (£[[ASK]]) comes first. Treatment prices depend on the area and the amount of filler, and are confirmed in writing at your consultation before anything is done. [[ASK: Q43]] Dermal filler treatment starts from £[[ASK]].

I welcome clients from all over South Bristol, from Bishopsworth, Hartcliffe and Withywood to Bedminster, Hengrove, Whitchurch, Knowle and Long Ashton. Your consultation and treatment both happen in the BS13 treatment room, and your full address comes with your booking confirmation.