Hyaluronic acid (filler)

What does the treatment involve?

The treatment consists of injecting a preparation with hyaluronic acid into selected areas of the face, such as the nasolabial furrows, eye area, lips or cheeks. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body, whose main function is to bind water, making the skin more hydrated, firm and elastic.

Advantages of hyaluronic acid

• Natural results - Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body, so the effects of the treatment are natural and harmonious.
• Quick results - results are visible immediately after treatment and the skin becomes firmer and more hydrated.
• Short recovery time - the patient can quickly return to their daily activities as the procedure is minimally invasive.
• Multi-tasking - Hyaluronic acid can be applied to many areas of the face, making it a versatile tool in skin modelling and revitalisation.

What effects can be achieved?

• Smoothing wrinkles - hyaluronic acid is excellent for filling in facial wrinkles such as nasolabial lines, crow's feet and smoker's wrinkles.
• Facial contouring - the filler can be used to contour the cheeks, jawline, chin and other areas of the face that lose volume with age.
• Lip augmentation and shaping - Hyaluronic acid is often used to augment lips and improve their contour, giving them a fuller and more defined appearance.
• Hydration of the skin - thanks to the properties of hyaluronic acid, the skin becomes better hydrated and more elastic.
• Tear valley reduction - filler can help reduce dark circles under the eyes and fill the tear valley, making the face look fresher and more rested.

Course of treatment

Prior to the procedure, the aesthetic practitioner carries out a consultation to discuss the patient's expectations and the intended effect. A local anaesthetic is then applied to the selected area to minimise discomfort associated with the injection.

Hyaluronic acid is injected subcutaneously using a needle or cannula to precisely fill wrinkles or contour facial contours. After the procedure, the doctor may gently massage the injection site to create a natural effect. The patient can return to their daily activities almost immediately, but it is recommended to avoid intense exercise and saunas for a few days after the procedure.

Indications for treatment

Hyaluronic acid is recommended for:

• Facial wrinkles such as nasolabial lines, crow's feet or smoker's wrinkles.
• Loss of volume in the cheek area, chin or jawline.
• The desire to augment or shape the lips.
• Needs to improve skin hydration and elasticity.
• Reduction of tear valley and dark circles under the eyes.

Contraindications to treatment

Like other aesthetic medicine treatments, hyaluronic acid is not recommended in certain situations. Contraindications include:

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Hypersensitivity to the ingredients of the preparation.
• A tendency to scarring (keloids).
• Skin infection or inflammation at the site of the planned procedure.
• Autoimmune diseases.

What else is worth knowing?

Hyaluronic acid is an effective and safe way to improve the appearance of the skin, contour the face and smooth out wrinkles. With its hydrating and filling properties, hyaluronic acid helps to restore a youthful appearance, increase volume in selected areas and improve skin hydration. The treatment is quick, painless and produces immediate results that last for months.

Visit Dr Anna Smorąg's practice to arrange a consultation and learn more about hyaluronic acid and other treatments that can improve the appearance of your skin.