Many of you will be aware that it’s the breakdown of collagen, elastin and facial fat pads as we get older that is the cause of ageing skin; a natural process that happens to everyone. These substances are produced by the body, but when you reach your 20’s their production will start to slow down and their levels will start to decline. With many of you, the effects on the skin may not be noticeable until you reach your 30’s, with typical symptoms showing: lines and wrinkles, volume loss and sagging skin around the mid and lower face.
The way that ageing skin will develop with you is very likely to be different from other people, and is often influenced by your genes, lifestyle and environmental factors. How you feel about your changing appearance as you get older is personal to you, and you can seek the advice of a trained aesthetician if you do have a concern.
Dermal fillers are used by many people as an effective ‘anti-ageing’ treatment. Their main aim is to provide volume beneath the skin and increase its density. This can be key to a tired looking appearance, as volume loss is one of the main contributors. Providing the underlying tissues with additional volume will help to strengthen the facial structure, replump the skin and recreate a smoother surface. Hollow areas (such as around the eyes, temples and cheeks) can fill out, and wrinkles will start to soften in appearance.
Dermal fillers are administered via an injectable process, and can be applied to various areas of the face, neck, decolletage and hands. When using dermal fillers to rejuvenate the appearance, Takroni Clinic uses a high quality product from a world-leading brand that also contains a high concentration of hyaluronic acid. HA has proved to be a valuable ingredient as it attracts moisture which can create natural volume, as well as helping to trigger the production of new collagen.
So, in answer to our question: can dermal fillers actually make you look younger?, in essence the answer is yes. Studies have shown that the results of dermal fillers may reduce the perceived age of a person by 5-9 years. The effects of dermal fillers are to help reduce the visible signs of ageing, and do not guarantee total elimination of associated concerns. It’s also important to note that dermal fillers will only work temporarily, and do not work to stop the ageing process. Most filler treatments will last between 6 and 18 months, depending on the type of filler that’s been used, where they’ve been applied and your individual response to the product. At around 4 or 5 months after treatment the product will start to fragment and will become absorbed by the body. Like the ageing process itself, this effect won’t be noticeable straight away, and may take another month or so before volume loss starts to become evident. Dermal fillers provide a non-surgical approach to refreshing the appearance, and maintaining the results will require repeat procedures.
Takroni Clinic is focused on achieving natural looking results, and will always carry out a thorough consultation before going ahead with a treatment using dermal fillers. Our experienced practitioners can help you to understand what can be achieved from having dermal fillers applied, and we’ll recommend the best approach to ensure we accomplish your goal.
