With time, the face naturally loses subcutaneous fat, bone density, and structural proteins like collagen and elastin. This process can lead to hollowed features, shifting shadows, and deeper folds. At the plastic surgery practice of Dr. Edouard Coeugniet, we use advanced dermal fillers to restore lost volume, smooth deep creases, and sculpt refined facial contours with exceptional precision.
Dermal fillers are safe, biocompatible gel formulations injected beneath the skin's surface. Most modern fillers utilize hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring sugar molecule in the body that attracts and binds moisture.
Unlike therapies that relax muscles, fillers act as a supportive matrix. They instantly lift depleted tissue, smooth out etched lines, and rehydrate the skin from within.It's important to have the procedure performed by a licensed healthcare professional.
Dermal fillers are gel-like substances that are injected under the skin to create a fuller or smoother appearance.
Dermal filler treatments at our clinic provide immediate, customizable enhancements to your facial architecture:
Neuromodulators temporarily relax the underlying muscles that cause expression lines. Dermal fillers do not affect the muscles; instead, they physically fill in wrinkles, restore lost volume, and lift sagging tissue.
Dermal fillers are considered semi permanent, which means that the majority of the filler will be metabolized out over several months. The speed at which dermal fillers are dissolved depends on factors such as metabolism, type of filler injected, and area of injection. On average, hyaluronic acid dermal filler lasts between 6 to 12 months. Some face fillers made of non-hyaluronic acid last a few years if their purpose is to stimulate collagen, as it takes many years for your body to break down the collagen that was created. Individual results may vary, and it is common with skin care procedures to expect variable longevity.
Dermal fillers are generally safe, but similar to any procedure, cosmetic dermal fillers do not come without risk. Swelling and bruising are common side effects to expect. We prefer hyaluronic acid dermal fillers as they are dissolvable with a painless injection of an enzyme to remove the hyaluronic acid when needed. As with any cosmetic procedure like dermal fillers, it is important to visit an experienced and knowledgeable professional who can provide you with a comprehensive assessment and treatment plan while walking you through potential risks with any cosmetic treatment.
Dermal fillers are considered semi-permanent, lasting between 6 to 12 months on average and depending on many variables such as metabolism, volume injected, type of filler, area of injection, etc. The beauty of hyaluronic acid facial fillers is that it already exists as a natural sugar molecule in your skin – we’re simply adding additional hyaluronic acid to plump, hydrate, and restore lost volume under the skin. We notice that with ongoing maintenance, the best dermal fillers such as Revanesse and Restylane, build on previous face filler and can last longer which is more sustainable.
After receiving dermal filler injections, your healthcare provider will cleanse your skin. They may give you an ice pack to ease pain and swelling. You may have bruises, swelling or discomfort after getting the injections. Usually, these side effects are mild and go away in a few days.
The hyaluronidase (Hyalase) will dissolve fillers when injected near them. Upon injection, it accelerates the dissolving process of breaking down the filler, which the body reabsorbs through a completely natural process.