FAQ BIOSTIMULATOR COLLAGEN DERMAL FILLERS

What happens to collagen as we age?

Ageing skin can lose its structural proteins (collagen and elastin), which causes it to begin to sag and loose it’s elasticity, therefore contributing to a tired and aged look

Where on the face can Biostimulators treat?

  • Lateral brow lift (brow lift)
  • Cheek augmentation (fuller cheeks)
  • Submalar augmentation (midface enhancement)
  • Nasolabial folds (nose to mouth lines)
  • Pre-jowl sulcus (hollowing of an area on either side of the chin)
  • Mental crease or (horizontal crease that rests between the lower lip and your chin)
  • Lines, wrinkles and folds
  • Drooping corners of the mouth
  • Sunken cheeks
  • Sunken temples
  • Recessed or hollowed temples
  • Tear trough (under-eye hollows)
  • Jowl laxity
  • Chin augmentation
  • Peri-oral lines
  • Marionette lines
  • Thinning skin
  • Ageing hands
  • Acne scarring
  • Nose reshaping

Which areas of the body can Biostimulators be used ?

Biostimulators can be used in the backs of hands to restore volume loss and give a more youthful appearance and the décolletage (upper chest) to restore skin thickness and reduce lines and wrinkles often associated with ageing and excessive sun exposure.

How do Biostimulators dermal fillers work?

Biostimulators are different to other dermal fillers because of its unique properties, it not only corrects wrinkles and folds but also stimulates your own collagen production to really treat the underlying causes of facial ageing. The effects are gradual and longer-lasting giving you a natural youthful appearance

How long does a treatment take?

A treatment takes approximately 30-40 minutes depending on the treatment areas.

When will i see the effects of the treatment?

Volumising effects and correction of wrinkles and folds can be seen immediately after treatment. The Biostimulators will then gradually stimulate production of your body’s own collagen to treat the underlying causes of facial ageing for long-lasting and natural-looking results.

How long will the results last?

you will get natural-looking, smooth and immediate results that last from between 1 to 4 years* depending on which Biostimulator option your physician recommends for you. The results are maintained for the total duration of time according to the Biostimulator option chosen, enabling you to avoid multiple sessions.

Is the procedure painful?

Biostimulators are injected into the skin in tiny amounts using an ultrafine needle, resulting in minimal discomfort. the procedure is simple and convenient, and volumising results are immediate.

What are Biostimulators made up of?

Composed of unique polycaprolactone (pcl) microspheres and carboxymethyl cellulose (cmc) carrier gel which are naturally broken down by the body into carbon dioxide and water and then eliminated without leaving any substances in your body.

Is it ok to combine Biostimulators with other aesthetic treatments?

Biostimulators should not be used in or close to sites where previous skin augmentation procedures have been applied.

What should I do following treatment?

It is recommended to avoid hot bathing and vigorous exercise for 24 hours after treatment. Over-exposure to the sun and UV  light should also be avoided for 1 week after treatment.

Are there any side effects?

As with all fillers, there may be some swelling, localised redness at the injection site, itching and tenderness immediately after treatment. they are the result of the injection itself and generally resolve by themselves. this is not an exhaustive list and will be discussed at the consultation.

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