filler treatment for face

Dermal fillers are gel-like substances that are injected beneath the skin to restore the lost volume, smooth lines and also soften creases, or enhance facial contours. This is a very popular aesthetic treatment for facial rejuvenation. It is quite a cost-effective way to look younger without surgeries or downtime. 

Dermal fillers are made up of Hyaluronic acid (HA). It is a naturally occurring substance in the body, highest concentrations in the joints, eyes, and skin. The property of skin hyaluronic acid is that it attracts water, which allows the skin to appear more hydrated. As we age, the muscle, fat, bone, and skin begins to thin. This leads to loss of volume and hence the formation of sunken and sagging of the face, appearance of lines and wrinkles, folds & thinning of lips.  

 Dermal fillers can help address:

• Smooth out lines around nose and mouth (a.k.a. marionette lines, smile lines, and parentheses)
• Enhance & restore volume to sunken cheeks or temples
• Diminish vertical lip lines
• Plump & enhance the lips
• Smooth out a chin crease
• Improve symmetry among facial features

The results of dermal filler injections are immediate. Depending upon the type of dermal filler used, it helps us to know the hydration and volumizing effect. Hence a touch up is recommended after 15-20 days . it will also determine the longevity of the filler. Usually, filler lasts from 12-24 months.

Schedule a Consultation for filler treatment for your Face

Every patient is different and unique, so to find out which treatment plan option would be ideal for you, Contact Dr. Pallavi Sule to arrange a consultation and also to discuss the optimal treatment plan to achieve your cosmetic objectives in a safe and comfortable manner.

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The thread lift is a minimally invasive procedure, done to tighten the sagging skin. These threads have cones, which are systematically aligned to give skin a better anchorage. Thread rejuvenation can be done for the face- brow lift, cheek lift, jawline tightening, and necklines. Unlike the surgical facelift which involves deep tissue manipulation, thread lift is a minimally invasive procedure.

On a pre anesthetized skin (local anesthesia), a thread with multiple barbs/ cogs is passed under the skin in the direction of the vectors which will give the maximum anchorage. 

Post-procedure one can observe swelling, mild discomfort, or pain, bruising. This settles in 7-10 days. 

Results last for about 12-18 months.

Vampire Face Lift or medically known as Platelet Rich Plasma therapy (PRP), is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure. This involves injecting plasma into the skin. Platelet Rich Plasma is a new approach in regenerative medicine. 

Vampire facelift involves injecting a serum rich in various bioactive substances.  The process involves drawing the patient’s own blood, which is centrifuged. Post centrifuge the whole blood separates into its components and the one which we use is the plasma. This is rich in growth factors and healing factors, which are either injected or sprayed over the skin prepared with micro-needling/ derma roller. Where the plasma will seep inside the skin. 

This procedure typically takes 2 – 2.5 hours. 

MICRO NEEDLING 

Microneedling or collagen induction therapy has gained popularity as with every session of this treatment, the skin becomes clearer and brighter. Deeper, within the layers of the skin it induces collagen production and remodeling which will help in tightening of skin so tones the skin (anti-aging benefit) and the generation of new collagen will make it look firmer and smoother.

Microneedling can be done to treat acne scars, stretch marks, face tightening, wrinkles, and large pores(open pores).

Microneeding is a safe procedure for all skin types and a low risk one. It is done with a handheld tool – a derma roller, a roller with multiple pins. The total procedure time is 1-1.5hrs. This includes the application of an anesthetics local cream to numb the area to be treated. This is then cleansed and the derma roller is moved over the skin. an antibiotic cream is applied and topped with a layer of sunscreen.

SIDE EFFECTS

• persistent pain 
• redness 
• itching/peeling 
• bruising or any pus-filled boils(infection) coming up on the treated area. 

Micro-needling is to be done by a certified Dermatologist, to avoid serious complications.

HIFU stands for high intensity focused ultrasound.

HIFU can be considered a non-surgical treatment for facial contouring (including Face lines, wrinkled brow, jowl & neck regions). The dynamics of the treatment are that HIFU uses the body’s own regenerative response, encourages the production of new collagen & results in a tighter, firmer & youthful skin. 

During the treatment, there will be slight pain which will subside within 20-30 mins post-procedure.

Redness, swelling, and slight discomfort are the most common side effects, which are temporary and reduce within a few hours.

The most commonly asked question is whether it is a single treatment/ multiple treatment?

The treatment plan is decided by the dermatologist after understanding the requirements of the patient. Hence treatment sessions and the interval between two sessions depending on patient requirements.

RESULTS

Depending on the energy involves & the protocol some results like tightening are seen immediately & the long term efforts start appearing from 2/3 weeks hence & continue improving over time.

Any contraindications?

• Areas with recent work by botox or fillers & threads are not recommended
• People with Dental/ Metal implants & pacemakers.
• Pregnancy

Laser hair removal is a medical procedure that uses a concentrated beam of light (laser) to remove unwanted hair.

The Principle mechanism for diode laser is PHOTOTHERMOLYSIS, a laser emits a light that is absorbed by the pigment (melanin) in the hair. The light energy is converted to heat, which damages the tube-shaped sacs within the skin (hair follicles) that produce hairs. This damage inhibits or delays future hair growth.

Most commonly treated locations include legs, armpits, full arms, upper lip, chin, and the bikini line. Apparently eat unwanted hair in nearly any area, except the eyelid or surrounding area.

Laser hair removal usually requires a series of sessions. The interval between treatments will vary depending on the location.

On areas where hair grows quickly, such as the upper lip, the treatment might be repeated in four to six weeks. 

On areas of slow hair growth, such as the back, the treatment might be every 6 to 8 weeks.

Side Effects:

Risks of side effects vary with skin type, hair color, treatment plan, and adherence to pre-treatment and post-treatment care. The most common side effects of laser hair removal include:

• Skin redness and swelling are possible after laser hair removal.
• Temporary darkening/ lightening of the treated area.

Post Care:

• Avoiding sun exposure, immediately after the session
•  use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily
• Avoid Bleaching and application of skin lightening creams on the treated area.
• Avoiding other hair removal methods. Plucking, waxing, and electrolysis can disturb the hair follicle and should be avoided at least four weeks before treatment.

Results

Hairs do not fall out immediately, but you will shed them over a period of days to weeks. This may look like continued hair growth. The repeated treatments are usually necessary because hair growth and a loss naturally occur in a cycle, and laser treatment works best with hair follicles in the new-growth stage.

Results vary significantly and are difficult to predict. Most people experience hair removal that lasts several months, and it might last for years, but laser hair removal doesn’t guarantee permanent hair removal. When hair regrows, it’s usually finer and lighter in color.

You might need maintenance laser treatments for long-term hair reduction.

Laser toning is an advanced laser aesthetic procedure performed with a Q-switch laser. It is also called as an NdYag laser with a wavelength of 1064nm. The laser beam enters the deep layers of skin. At this depth are the collagen and elastin tissues which are responsible for the firm and taught texture of the skin. Laser helps to re modify and rebuild these tissue structures. This promotes skin regeneration without harming the outer layer of skin. 

Benefits of Laser Toning

• Reduction of pigmentation,  blemishes
• Reduction of wrinkles , fine lines
• Skin tightening 

Laser toning is absolutely safe, with no or minimal downtime. 

Carbon peel also called Carbon Laser Facial is a revolutionary skin treatment and is very effective for oily skin, dull skin, large pores, and acne. This treatment is completely painless, with zero to minimal downtime. Areas that can be treated are the face and the body. 

The procedure involves the application of activated carbon masks of the area to be treated. This mask attracts all the impurities from the skin, which is followed by laser light passes given over the carbon particles. there is the destruction of the carbon particles and along with it the dead cells of skin and contaminants.  

Carbon laser peel is an excellent procedure to exfoliate the skin. it removes the excess oil, debris thus giving a smoother healthy and refreshed look that one needs. 

The benefits of carbon peel are :

• Cleansing: The carbon mask applied, absorbs the contaminants of the skin oil, dirt, debris, etc and laser zaps away these along with the laser.
• Exfoliation: the laser beam aid gentle exfoliation of the skin, while removing the carbon. Resulting in soft and smooth.
• Rejuvenation: The laser helps to boost collagen production, giving skin a firmer, tighter look.
• Oil reduction in Acne-prone skin: Carbon Laser benefits oily acne prone skin in two ways. One it reduces the oil and the blocked glands on the skin surface. Secondly, it reduces the size of the oil-producing gland- Sebaceous Gland. So overall reduction in the oil production and blockage of the pores. Thus we can expect shrinkage of the large open pores. 

Post-treatment care involves the application of a broad-spectrum sunscreen. 

Carbon Peel is very effective when done biweekly initially for 5-6 sessions. once a month session is recommended to maintain the results and can also be done routinely as an exfoliation treatment.

This technology is been used widely all over world for treating hair loss in men and women. Low Level Laser Therapy is also called as red light or cold light. 

The most common cause for hair loss is Androgenetic Alopecia. This is characterised by gradual transition of terminal hair to vellus hair resulting in hair thinning. The usual presentation in men is anterior hairline recession and hair thinning at vertex (MPHL), whereas in women it manifests as diffusing thinning of the hair over the mid scalp with preservation of frontal hairline (FPHL). 

LLLT utilises the low level intensity light at red or infra red wavelengths, to alter biologically active cells. This is called as Photobiostimulation or Photobiomodulation. Thus this technology modulates the hair cycle by stimulating the anagen re-entry of the telogen hair follicles and prolongs the duration of anagen phase (growth phase).

LLLT is designed in the form of a Hair cap.The cap has inbuilt laser diodes (LED). Patient has to visit clinic 3 times a week (depends upon grade of hair loss).The cap is placed on the scalp for 30 minutes. Patient does not feel any heat or warmth. It is very safe and treatment protocol is for 3-4 months.