What are hyaluronic fillers?

Facial fillers consist of small doses of gel. When it comes to hyaluronic fillers, as the name suggests, the gel contains hyaluronic acid, a substance naturally present in our skin. Thanks to its exceptional ability to retain moisture, hyaluronic acid is responsible for a vibrant and fresh appearance. Fillers are therefore applied to all parts of the face, around the eyes, cheeks, lips, and jaw, and increasingly directly into the lips themselves. The application in the décolletage, neck, and hands for skin rejuvenation in those areas is also becoming more popular.

What are fillers used for?

In essence, fillers restore lost volume to the face, thereby returning a previous, younger appearance and erasing fine lines and deep wrinkles. After injection, hyaluronic acid integrates with the skin and attracts water molecules, filling the tissue. Why is this important? With age, our body loses the ability of collagen and elastin, crucial contributors to a youthful appearance. Hyaluronic acid helps compensate for this deficiency and stimulates the production of new collagen and elastin, achieving the retention of a natural facial appearance and desired contours. Essentially, fillers represent an effective non-surgical facelift.

How long do filler effects last?

The results of facial fillers are individual and depend primarily on the density of the used hyaluronic acid and the body's reaction to the treatment. In general terms, the durability of fillers ranges from 6 months to 2 years. After the initial use, hyaluronic fillers can be replenished every year, with each subsequent treatment being longer-lasting.

Do they hurt, and do they have unwanted effects?

Although small, thin needles are used for filler injections to access desired areas, the procedure is entirely painless thanks to the use of anesthetic cream before the treatment. After the procedure, there may be mild redness or swelling in the treated region. While the positive effects of the treatment are immediate, redness disappears after a few hours, and complete results require a waiting period of 2 weeks. Numerous other adverse effects are possible, but they are most often related to the unprofessional execution of the treatment and can have far-reaching consequences.

Are there other types of fillers?

Fillers can have different compositions; however, hyaluronic acid-based facial fillers are most commonly used. The reason for the not-so-widespread use of other types of fillers lies in the fact that their effects are irreversible. Hyaluronic acid is a component naturally found in our body and gradually breaks down over time, giving it a crucial advantage over all other options.

What is the difference between Botox and fillers?

Botox and fillers achieve the same ultimate result in the fight against signs of aging, but there is a significant difference between them. Botox halts the contraction of muscles responsible for expression lines, while hyaluronic fillers fill the space under the wrinkles, correcting them in this way.

How much hyaluronic acid is needed?

When it comes to facial fillers, less is usually more. Their application should be subtle and natural when it comes to wrinkle correction, facial rejuvenation, and lip enhancement. If the procedure is performed with quality and professionalism, the results are always such. Hyaluronic acid becomes a part of our skin and its natural structure, which usually lasts about a month. It is possible to add more fillers at any time, so there is no need to overdo it, as there is always room for additional corrections.

Where to undergo hyaluronic filler treatment?

Although these and similar procedures are now available almost everywhere, one should never consider treatments of this kind performed in cosmetic or similar facilities. Unfortunately, an increasing number of people without professional knowledge decide to offer these services, and in such circumstances, the chances of errors and serious consequences significantly increase. For complete and entirely safe results, an exceptional understanding of facial anatomy, the location of nerves, blood vessels, and other dangerous points in wrinkle correction and lip enhancement is necessary. Lack of knowledge of these challenges and carelessness can lead to unwanted consequences, sometimes very serious. It is also important to consider the quality of hyaluronic fillers and the knowledge of the person performing the treatment.

In Colić Hospital, we use the latest generation Restylane fillers, and the treatments are performed in the outpatient clinic by our staff with years of experience and proven results in performing these and many other procedures. The price always plays an important role, but just as you want the best for your face, it is essential to choose the best to provide that for you!

If you have any questions or additional concerns regarding these or similar treatments offered by our hospital, feel free to contact our team, which will be at your disposal with great pleasure.