Facial Volumetry (Hyaluronic Acid)

Facial volumetry uses cross-linked hyaluronic acid gel to replace deep volume that is gradually lost from areas such as the cheeks and mid-face with age. Because that loss of underlying volume is a major driver of sagging and deepening folds, restoring it in the right places is often associated with a more refreshed appearance than treating individual lines. At this clinic the doctor assesses the face and agrees how much product to use — the standard…

Numbing cream is applied first and most fillers also contain lidocaine for comfort. The gel is placed with a needle or a blunt cannula depending on the area, with results visible immediately and continuing to settle over one to two weeks as any initial swelling resolves. Mild swelling, tenderness or small bruises are normal for a few days. Hyaluronic acid results are typically associated with a duration of around nine to eighteen months depending on the…