Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers offer a non-surgical solution for restoring youthful volume, enhancing facial contours, and smoothing deep lines. At Forever Facial Aesthetics in Ashtead, Dr. Annette Phillips uses premium hyaluronic acid fillers to create natural, balanced results that complement your unique features without looking overdone.
- Premium Juvederm and Restylane hyaluronic acid fillers
- Immediate visible results with minimal downtime
- Natural-looking enhancement that preserves your character
- Reversible treatment for complete peace of mind
- Customised approach for lips, cheeks, jawline and more
- Results lasting 6-18 months depending on treatment area
What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are gel-like substances injected beneath the skin to restore lost volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. The most commonly used fillers contain hyaluronic acid—a substance naturally found in your skin that attracts and retains moisture. When expertly placed, fillers integrate seamlessly with your tissue, providing immediate, natural-looking results that move and feel completely natural.
Treatment Areas and Applications
Dermal fillers are remarkably versatile. Popular treatments include lip enhancement for added volume and definition, cheek augmentation to restore youthful fullness, nasolabial fold softening, marionette line correction, jawline contouring for improved definition, chin augmentation for facial balance, tear trough treatment for under-eye hollows, and hand rejuvenation. Each area requires specific techniques and products for optimal results.
Your Treatment Experience
Treatment begins with a detailed consultation where Dr. Phillips assesses your facial anatomy and discusses your goals. The procedure itself takes 30-60 minutes depending on the areas treated. We use topical anaesthetic and fillers containing lidocaine to maximise comfort. You'll see results immediately, though minor swelling may temporarily mask the final outcome. Most patients return to normal activities the same day.
Natural Results, Expert Care
Dr. Phillips believes in enhancing your natural beauty, not changing who you are. Using advanced injection techniques and conservative amounts, she creates subtle improvements that make you look refreshed and rejuvenated—never artificial. Every treatment is tailored to your facial proportions, age, and aesthetic goals. The result is a more youthful appearance that still looks authentically you.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Longevity varies by treatment area and product used. Lip fillers typically last 6-12 months as the lips are highly mobile. Cheek and jawline fillers can last 12-18 months due to less movement. Factors including your metabolism, lifestyle, and the specific filler used all influence duration. Dr. Phillips will advise on expected longevity during your consultation and recommend a maintenance schedule.
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Most patients experience only mild discomfort. We apply topical numbing cream before treatment, and our premium fillers contain built-in lidocaine anaesthetic. You may feel slight pressure or a pinching sensation during injection. Sensitive areas like lips may be more noticeable, but discomfort is brief and manageable. Most patients describe the experience as far more comfortable than expected.
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Dermal fillers require minimal downtime. You can return to normal activities immediately, though we recommend avoiding strenuous exercise, alcohol, and excessive heat for 24-48 hours. Mild swelling, redness, or bruising may occur and typically resolves within a few days. Lips tend to swell more noticeably for 2-3 days. Most patients feel comfortable attending social events within 24-48 hours.
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Yes, this is a significant advantage of hyaluronic acid fillers. An enzyme called hyaluronidase can dissolve the filler if needed, returning the area to its pre-treatment state. This provides complete peace of mind and is one reason we exclusively use hyaluronic acid products. However, with Dr. Phillips' careful approach and natural aesthetic, this is rarely necessary.
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Fillers and Botox® address different concerns. Botox® relaxes muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles like frown lines and crow's feet. Dermal fillers add volume to fill in static wrinkles, enhance features, and restore lost volume. Many patients benefit from combining both treatments—Botox® for expression lines and fillers for volume and contouring—creating comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Book a consultation with Dr. Annette Phillips to discuss your goals and discover if Dermal Fillers is right for you.
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