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Dermal Fillers

Our surgical clinicians will thoroughly explain the procedure, answer any questions, and create a bespoke treatment plan tailored to your needs.

Summary Guide

Duration: 15 – 30 minutes

Follow-up appointment: typically 2 weeks post procedure

Anaesthetic: numbing cream or local anaesthetic is often used to improve the experience

Downtime: none

Noticeable results: immediate

Length of results: typically 6 – 24 months

What Are Dermal Fillers?

Our dermal fillers are made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring molecule found in your body that helps retain moisture and maintain skin structure. As we age, levels of hyaluronic acid decline, leading to volume loss, sagging, and the formation of lines and wrinkles.

Dermal fillers are used to:

  • Restore a more youthful facial shape

  • Replace lost volume

  • Provide structural support

  • Smooth out deep lines such as nasolabial folds and marionette lines

Treatment is quick, with immediate visible results, and little to no downtime. Most patients return to normal activities the same day.

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Experience within plastic surgery means our clinicians have a deep understanding of facial anatomy, appreciating the structural changes that occur with ageing — including bone resorption, soft tissue deflation, and ligament laxity. Dermal fillers are a key tool in addressing these underlying changes by restoring volume, supporting facial structure, and enhancing natural contours.

Unlike a one-size-fits-all approach, our techniques are guided by surgical training and a detailed understanding of facial structure. Fillers are not just used to soften lines, but to restore facial balance and natural proportions — always preserving expression and individuality.

  • The Oxley will work with you to maximise the effects of any treatment. The following considerations should be made:

    • Consultation: Make sure to have a detailed consultation with your qualified healthcare provider. Share any relevant medical history, including allergies, medications, and any previous cosmetic treatments.

    • Avoid Certain Medications: Unless prescribed, avoid taking blood thinners (like aspirin or ibuprofen) to reduce the risk of bruising. Your doctor may also advise stopping certain supplements, such as Vitamin E or fish oil. Please make your clinician aware of this pre-procedure.

    •  No Facial Treatments: Avoid facials, chemical peels, or microdermabrasion 1-2 weeks before your Botox treatment to ensure your skin is in the best condition.

    • Avoid Alcohol: Refrain from drinking alcohol for 24 hours before your treatment, as it can increase the risk of bruising.

    • Arrive with Clean Skin: Make sure your face is clean and free of makeup or other products when you arrive for your Botox appointment

  • Although the downtime of injections is minimal, we recommend the following advice:

    • Stay Upright: For at least 4 hours after the procedure, avoid lying down to help prevent the filler from shifting.

    • Avoid Touching or Massaging the Treated Areas: Don’t rub, massage, or apply pressure to the treated areas for 24 hours to prevent the filler from moving.

    • Exercise: Wait 24 hours before engaging in strenuous exercise or activities that might cause excessive sweating.

    • Avoid Heat: Avoid hot tubs, saunas, or direct sun exposure for the first 24 hours to reduce the risk of irritation or increased swelling.

    • Bruising and Swelling: Mild swelling, redness, or bruising at the injection site is common and typically resolves in a few days.

    • Results are often visible immediately after treatment, though some swelling may occur, which will subside within a few days.

  • typically immediate but allow 3 days – 2 weeks for swelling to go down.

  • Most patients report only a mild discomfort during the procedure. Numbing cream can sometimes be used prior to injection. Many fillers contain lidocaine, a numbing agent, to minimise discomfort afterwards.

  • Results are often visible immediately after treatment, though some swelling may occur, which will subside within a few days. Final results are typically seen at 3 days – 2 weeks.

  • The effects typically last between 6 to 18 months, depending on the type of filler used, the area treated, and individual factors like skin type and lifestyle.

  • Yes. It is not uncommon for our experienced clinicians to recommend a comprehensive multi-treatment approach. The consultation will create a bespoke plan tailored to your needs.