Dermal Filler Treatments in Melbourne

What are the tear troughs?
Has anyone ever commented that you look tired even when you feel really refreshed? Have you had a great night’s sleep but when you look in the mirror you still see a tired face looking back? This is often a result of dark shadows under the eyes which cause a drawn tired look.

We all have fat pads that sit behind the muscle under our eyes. In youth, these pads support and firm the overlying skin. As we age or from genetic factors, these fat pads can start to disappear, reducing that support and create a hollow look under our eyes that we try to cover and lighten with make-up.

Am I suitable to get tear trough fillers?
A tear trough treatment is an extremely advanced dermal filler treatment due to the delicate nature of the area and should only be performed by an injector with advanced training and experience.

Many factors are assessed such as your existing skin condition and underlying anatomy. Are the dark circles caused by a vascular or pigmentation issue? Which filler is more suitable for your requirements? We will advise what you can realistically expect from your results and show before and after photos to demonstrate similar outcomes.

The dermal filler is then injected to replace lost fat pads to support the overlying skin and reduce shadows – leaving a less tired and fresher look.

All dermal fillers used at Ohana are made from a sugar chain complex and can easily be dissolved if needed or you would like a change in the future.

What’s involved with the tear trough treatment?
Using a very fine needle, the selected dermal filler is injected in the appropriate area, creating a smooth and supported under eye area. Clients are always concerned that this area will be painful, however, all our fillers have local aesthetic in them which allows for a comfortable treatment.

Minimal swelling can be expected which will resolve within 2 – 5 days. While some clients may not bruise this is a very delicate area and some bruising should be expected and can usually be covered with make-up.

Tear toughs are the ideal treatment to freshen the eye area and it complimented by cheek augmentation using dermal fillers.

How much does it cost?
The average cost for this area is $650-$750 for 1ml of premium dermal filler. Some clients may want 2mls which is packaged to $1100-$1200ml to make it more affordable. The reason there is a variation is the cost depends on how many mls are used as well as which filler as the longer lasting fillers will be more expensive. We always try to utilise the least amount of dermal filler required to achieve the best aesthetic outcome. We will go through the difference in consultation and advise based on what you prefer.

Please see below Prices Table for other areas.

Whether you’re male or female, creating/restoring a subtle or more dramatic height to cheek plays an important role to balancing facial features. As we age the height of our cheeks diminishes, giving the face a squarer, “saggy” and heavy appearance. The focus of the face is taken away from our eyes as the heaviness can pull the focus to our lower face.

Some of our clients will comment that the are noticing nasolabial folds forming (the lines that run from the corners for the nose to corner of mouth) or that their jowls are looking heavy. This can occur when there is loss of lift from the cheeks so instead the skin is unsupported and pulls down to the lower face area. By simply recreating the height to cheek and lifting the areas of the lower face, facial balance is restored by reframing the eyes and taking away the heaviness of the jowl and surrounding mouth area.

How does the cheek augmentation treatment work?

Cheek augmentation is both art and science. As an injector, where we replace volume and create height to cheek is very similar to where a makeup artist highlights and contours. Time is taken to discuss your aesthetic needs and to best determine which choice of filler is most suitable. Different fillers create different looks: some will give a sharper more glamourous look, while others are subtle and softer. Most of our results last from 9 – 18 months and vary on the dermal filler selected.

All dermal fillers used at Ohana are made from a sugar chain complex and can easily be dissolved if needed or you would like a change in the future.

What’s involved with the cheek augmentation treatment?

Once we have determined which filler best suits your needs it is then administered via a small needle. All of our dermal fillers contain a local anesthetic making each treatment very comfortable.

Once one side had been completed our injector will show you the difference that creating or restoring your height to cheek has on lessening the heavy look to the lower face. Our clients love this part as they can compare the old look for the new and see how a small amount of filler makes a vast improvement.

Once completed, the filler if gently massaged to integrate it into the surrounding tissue. No further massage is needed. Minor bruising or swelling is possible and can usually be easily covered by make-up. Any tenderness will subside within 24 – 48 hours.

How much does it cost?

The average cost for this area is $650-$850 for 1ml of premium dermal filler. Some clients may want 2mls which is packaged to $1100-$1450ml to make it more affordable. The reason there is a variation is the cost depends on how many mls are used as well as which filler as the longer lasting fillers will be more expensive. We always try to utilise the least amount of dermal filler required to achieve the best aesthetic outcome. We will go through the difference in consultation and advise based on what you prefer.

Please see below Prices Table for other areas.

What are the nasolabial folds?

The nasolabial fold is the line that runs from the corners of the nose to the corners of the mouth. Having a mild nasolabial fold is natural, babies have them, but as we age these lines become deeper giving an aged, tired appearance to the lower part of the face.

The aim for this area is not to overfill, but to lessen the severity of the line. 1ml – 2ml will achieve a natural and balanced look lasting for approximately 12-18 months.

How does the nasolabial fold treatment work?

Depending upon the depth of the fold the correct filler is selected. A mild fold may only require 1ml of dermal filler to achieve the desired result while a more severe fold will require 2mls.

The aim is to lessen the severity of the depth of the fold, minimizing shadows in the lower face.

What’s involved with the nasolabial fold treatment?

The selected dermal filler is administered via a very fine needle. All of our dermal fillers contain a local anesthetic making each treatment very comfortable. Minimal swelling can be expected which will resolve within 2 – 5 days. While bruising is uncommon in this area, any bruising will also resolve within 2-5 days.

How much does it cost?

The average cost for this area is $650-$850 for 1ml of premium dermal filler. Some clients may want 2mls which is packaged to $1100-$1450ml to make it more affordable. The reason there is a variation is the cost depends on how many mls are used as well as which filler as the longer lasting fillers will be more expensive. We always try to utilise the least amount of dermal filler required to achieve the best aesthetic outcome. We will go through the difference in consultation and advise based on what you prefer.

Please see below Prices Table for other areas.

Each dermal filler has its unique characteristics, ranging from being soft to firm, and different selections are made for each area of the face depending upon aesthetic and anatomical requirements. During your consultation your experienced cosmetic injector will give an accurate quote on the amount of dermal filler required to meet your desired aesthetic outcomes and to meet your budget.

Prices vary for each type of dermal filler and packages are available for multiple syringes used in one treatment.

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Why should I have a dermal filler treatment?
The safety profile of dermal fillers
Will I look natural?
How do they work?
Why shouldn’t I use a permanent filler?
How long will my dermal filler last for?
What’s Involved?
Myth Buster

At Ohana, we only use the latest technology in dermal fillers for clinically tested outcomes. All of our dermal fillers can be reversed and will be naturally absorbed and removed by the body over time. While some swelling or bruising can occur, normal activities can be resumed immediately. Small bruising can usually be covered by make-up. Dermal fillers are made from sugar matrixes which aim to replicate connective tissue – a naturally occurring substance that we all have in our skin and joints. Many millions of dermal filler treatments have been performed within Australia and worldwide over many years with a fantastic safety profile when performed by an experienced clinician.

Ohana specialises in achieving natural results, perfectly balanced for your face. Thorough education, dermal filler product choice and treatment planning is the key to this success. We take time to explain each detail so that you can make an informed decision regarding your treatment. You will be shown an extensive before and after portfolio of all areas to be treated to give you an understanding of our natural results. This will also give you a better understanding of the results and how we will achieve your aesthetic goal.

We strongly recommend against permanent fillers because with time everyone’s aesthetic desires change. So permanently placed fillers may not suit your face 10 years later. Permanent fillers also possess a higher complication rate due to their difficulty to be removed and can sometimes be required to be surgically removed.

From 6 – 24 months, depending on dermal filler choice, amount used and area to be treated [1][2]*.

If I get dermal fillers I will look fake and obvious

This is both true and false.

Similarly to anti-wrinkle treatments, many injectors have only completed 3-day training courses and have limited injecting experience. There are many clinics that offer dermal filler injections in Melbourne, we recommend researching and selecting a cosmetic clinic with experienced team who will guide you through your medical treatment.

Creating a natural look takes years of experience in facial assessment and dermal filler injecting techniques. This is important to be able to only replace the volume that you have naturally lost over time and not overfill. Experience is also important in understanding the characteristics in the different dermal fillers to decide which one is suitable for your perfect aesthetic outcome.

Our injectors have many years of industry experience, are trained medical professionals, and are committed to continually up-skilling their techniques.

If I get lip fillers, I will end up with the “duck face”

One of the foremost concerns of many clients is that they will end up with the notorious “duck face” after lip dermal filler treatments.

At Ohana Cosmetic Medicine we pride ourselves in the artistry of creating natural looking lips to match each individual’s facial features. With years of experience and training, we understand that there is a very fine line between perfect and a trout-pout!