What are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are injectable treatments that use hyaluronic acid or other biocompatible substances to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. They address concerns such as thin lips, hollow cheeks, nasolabial folds, and under-eye hollows. At Nairobi Sculpt Aesthetic Centre, Dr. Mukami Gathariki offers customized filler treatments, delivering natural-looking results that rejuvenate and harmonize facial features with minimal downtime.

Benefits of Dermal Fillers

• Volume Restoration: Replenishes lost volume in cheeks, temples, or under eyes for a youthful look.
• Wrinkle Smoothing: Softens static wrinkles, such as nasolabial folds and marionette lines.
• Facial Enhancement: Enhances lips, defines jawlines, or augments chins for balanced proportions.
• Quick and Non-Surgical: 15–30 minute procedure with immediate results and minimal recovery.
• Customizable Results: Tailored to achieve subtle or dramatic enhancements, preserving natural beauty.

Who is a Candidate for Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are suitable for individuals who:

• Are in good health with no active skin infections or severe allergies to filler components.
• Seek to address volume loss, static wrinkles, or enhance facial features like lips or cheeks.
• Desire non-surgical facial rejuvenation with immediate, natural-looking results.
• Are over 18, not pregnant or breastfeeding, and have realistic expectations.
• Are willing to follow pre- and post-treatment care instructions, including avoiding certain medications.

Dr. Mukami will assess your facial anatomy and goals during a consultation to ensure fillers are appropriate for you.

Why Choose Dermal Fillers?

Patients opt for fillers to:

• Rejuvenate Appearance: Restore youthful volume and smooth wrinkles.
• Enhance Features: Plump lips, define cheeks, or contour jawlines.
• Correct Asymmetry: Balance uneven facial features for a harmonious look.
• Boost Confidence: Achieve a refreshed, natural appearance with minimal effort.
• Non-Invasive Solution: Avoid surgery while achieving significant aesthetic improvements.

The Dermal Filler Procedure

Filler injections are performed in-office with minimal discomfort. The process includes:

1. Consultation: Dr. Mukami evaluates your facial structure, discusses goals, and selects the appropriate filler type and injection sites.
2. Preparation: The treatment area is cleansed, and a topical numbing cream or local anesthetic is applied for comfort.
3. Injections: Using a fine needle or cannula, fillers are injected into targeted areas (e.g., cheeks, lips, or nasolabial folds). The procedure takes 15–30 minutes.
4. Post-Treatment: The area is gently massaged to ensure even distribution. Patients receive aftercare instructions, and mild swelling or bruising resolves quickly.

Dr. Mukami uses premium fillers (e.g., Juvederm, Restylane) and precise techniques to achieve natural, balanced results.

Recovery and Aftercare

Recovery from dermal fillers is minimal:

• First Few Hours: Mild swelling, redness, or bruising at injection sites, typically subsiding within 1–2 days.
• 24–48 Hours: Avoid strenuous exercise, heat exposure, or facial massages to prevent filler displacement.
• One Week: Results settle, revealing smoother, fuller features. Makeup can be applied after 24 hours.
• 6–18 Months: Results last 6–18 months, depending on the filler type and treatment area. Maintenance treatments sustain effects.

Aftercare includes:

• Avoiding touching or massaging the treated area for 24 hours unless instructed.
• Refraining from intense exercise, saunas, or alcohol for 24–48 hours to minimize swelling.
• Using sunscreen to protect treated areas and maintain results.
• Reporting any unusual symptoms (e.g., prolonged swelling or lumps) to Dr. Mukami promptly.
• Scheduling follow-ups to assess results and plan touch-up treatments if needed.

Combining Dermal Fillers with Other Treatments

Fillers can be combined with:

• Botox: Smooths dynamic wrinkles while fillers address static wrinkles and volume loss.
• Chemical Peels/Micro-Needling: Improves skin texture and tone for comprehensive rejuvenation.
• PRP Therapy: Enhances skin radiance and collagen production.
• Neograft: Combines facial rejuvenation with hair restoration.
• Facial Surgery: Facelift, eyelid surgery, or fat grafting for dramatic anti-aging results.

Dr. Mukami will tailor a treatment plan to meet your aesthetic goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Are dermal fillers painful? Injections cause mild discomfort, minimized with numbing cream or anesthetic.
• How long do filler results last? Typically 6–18 months, depending on the filler type and treatment area.
• Will fillers look unnatural? Dr. Mukami’s expertise ensures natural, harmonious results tailored to your features.
• Can fillers be reversed? Hyaluronic acid fillers can be dissolved with an enzyme (hyaluronidase) if needed.
• When will I see results? Results are immediate, with full settling within 1–2 weeks as swelling subsides.
• Are fillers safe? When administered by a qualified professional, fillers are FDA-approved and have a strong safety profile.