While the world of dermal fillers seems enticing with promises of a youthful appearance, navigating the options can be confusing. Are all fillers created equal? The answer is a resounding no! Let’s delve into the key differences and explore some of the top brands available.
Types of Dermal Filler:
Dermal fillers are injectable substances used to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial features. However, the key lies in the ingredients and their properties. Here’s what sets them apart:
- Material:
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is the most common material, mimicking a naturally occurring sugar in your skin. Other options include calcium hydroxyapatite and poly-L-lactic acid, each with unique characteristics. - Particle Size and Consistency:
The size and texture of the filler particles determine how they interact with your skin. Softer fillers work well for delicate areas like lips, while firmer ones provide structure for cheeks and jawlines. - Longevity:
Fillers don’t last forever. Hyaluronic acid fillers eventually break down naturally, lasting anywhere from 6 months to 2 years. Other fillers may offer longer-lasting results.
Top Brands to Consider
A good clinic will offer a range of product and brands. This means that they are unconstrained by supply and can recommend the very best product for each individual client. Mulberry House Clinic based in Northamptonshire offers a range of filler brands and choices within each brand too:
- Aliaxin®:
This range by IBSA Farmaceutici Italia offers a variety of HA fillers tailored for different areas and desired outcomes (EV, Essential Volume, GP Global Performance, SR Shape and Restore, FL Fine Lines) - Belotero®:
Merz Aesthetics’ Belotero® line features HA fillers designed for subtle to moderate correction. Volume, Intense, Balance, Lips Contour and Lips Shape provide options for lips, wrinkles, and volume. - ELLANSÉ®:
Ellanse filler is not a traditional hyaluronic acid filler but is instead made up of polycaprolactone (PCL) microspheres suspended in a carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) gel carrier. This unique option by Sinclair Pharma incorporates a collagen stimulant, potentially offering longer-lasting results and promoting natural collagen production. - Juvéderm®:
Allergan’s Juvéderm® is a popular choice with a comprehensive range of hyaluronic acid fillers addressing various concerns, from hydration to volumisation. The range includes Hydrate, Ultra, Smile, Voluma, Volite - Radiesse®:
Manufactured by Merz Aesthetics, Radiesse® uses calcium hydroxyapatite to stimulate collagen production and provide immediate volume correction.
Always consult a licensed professional for personalised recommendations.
A Word of Caution: Imported Products
Be wary of suspiciously priced or readily available dermal fillers online. These may be counterfeit products with unknown ingredients and potentially hazardous. There is a surprising lack of regulation in the market. It’s safest to always choose a reputable medical professional who uses top brand fillers with a proven safety record from a UK pharmacy. A good practitioner will be happy to explain where they purchase their products.
Remember: Consultation is key. A qualified practitioner will assess your needs and recommend the most suitable filler type and brand for your desired results. Don’t hesitate to ask questions and ensure you feel comfortable and confident with your chosen provider.
Dermal Fillers
At Mulberry House Clinic, Northamptonshire
Mulberry House Clinic based in Northamptonshire has over 20 years experience of providing dermal fillers for a loyal clientele.
All filler treatments are carried out by former GP, clinic founder and Medical Director, Dr John Tanqueray, MB BCh MRCGP DCH DRCOG DipOccMed BCAM. He also carries out in depth consultation prior to every treatment, in order to assess the skin in detail and discuss client requirements before recommending the best course of treatment.
Dr Tanqueray offers advanced dermal filler treatments including
- 8-point face lift without surgery or exclusive Multi-Point face lift
- Non-surgical face lift
- Non-surgical neck lift
- Non-Surgical Nose Job
- Sculptra Injections
- Injections for skin quality including Profhilo Injections
Dr John Tanqueray has written an exclusive guide Secrets to Successful Dermal Filler Treatment which provides expert advice on how to make the right choices for your practitioner, product and treatment.
Mulberry House Clinic
Established 2003
Mulberry House Clinic has an excellent reputation in the Northampton area as an independent, doctor-led practice with over 20 years experience. Dr John Tanqueray is a former GP who can assess and diagnose skin conditions from a medical perspective before suggesting the most appropriate treatments.
A private consultation is the starting point for all patients in order to facilitate a full discussion about the desired results as well as detailed facial and skin assessment. Find out more about first consultation.
For further information or to arrange a confidential consultation, please complete our contact form, call 01604 702630 or email: info@mulberryhouseclinic.co.uk.
