As we age our skin develops laxity, lines and wrinkles, deep folds and dark circles. These can often be effectively improved with the use of injectable substances both to lift and smooth and supply structure to the contours of the face,

It has certainly become more common place to treat both men and women with cosmetic injectables, the most common concerns being frown lines, forehead lines, crow’s feet, and nasolabial lines (from the nose to the corner of the mouth). Additionally, the same injections may be used to improve scars from injury, surgery or acne.

One of these medications is also very useful in the treatment of teeth-grinding (bruxism), excessive sweating and migraine or frequent headache.

In Australia, TGA regulations prevent us from naming the dermal fillers we use online. If you would like more information, call and talk to one of our friendly team.

Treatment with these injectables is a quick and easy process which usually takes about 30 minutes. They are injected into the skin in small amounts with a very fine needle, producing volume under the skin and helping to reshape facial contours. Most people find the injections painless, though local anaesthetic creams and ice may be used when necessary.

Results can be seen immediately after treatment, though some swelling and bruising may be present for a few days after. If you are prone to bruising, there’s a few things you can do before your treatment to minimise this, so be sure to ask us about it when you book.

Our injectable treatments have nearly 20 years of safe and effective use at Skin Resus. The substances are allergy-free, and are broken down and metabolised by the body over time. How long they last depends on the product used and the area treated, and is often up to 18 months. In the case of tear trough treatment we commonly see the effects last some years. Your metabolic rate can also have an impact on this. Those with a fast metabolism will tend to need re-treatment sooner than those with slower metabolisms.

Yes. When treating men it is important to maintain and enhance the masculine features. At Skin Resus, our practitioners advocate and specialise in natural-looking treatments.

This treatment is very safe, but occasional side effects can occur. These include:

• Redness and swelling around the injection site
• Bruising can occur at the injection point and can occasionally be quite marked
• Lumps may be seen or felt in the treated area – massage or dissolving enzyme treatment can be used
• Additional treatment may be needed to achieve the desired result
• Movement or migration (usually seen some time later) is very infrequently seen producing a lump or swelling – dissolving of the filler may be necessary
• Infection is very rare, but is possible with any procedure that pierces the skin
• Other very rare complications can occur. These will be discussed during your consultation.

For more information about dermal fillers, visit our Perth clinic for a free consultation with one of our Registered Nurses.

Read more about other treatments for men including Tear Troughs And Dark Circles, Laser Tattoo Removal and Photo Dynamic Rejuvenation