What are Fillers ?
Fillers are a cosmetic procedure targeting certain facial issues, used to fill spaces below the skin surface to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines resulting from aging in the areas around the mouth and eyes -which occur due to a reduction of collagen production- and/or to rid the skin of scars caused by acne or other factors. Hereby, fillers can be appropriately used to fill these spaces and gain a tighter-looking and wrinkle-free skin. Some people might resort to filler injections to plump certain areas in the face, in particular lips and cheeks. In such cases, fillers are considered the quickest and most suitable solution to these issues.
Overview
of the Procedure
- At the consultation, the doctor will discuss with the patient the areas that they wish to target and improve. Then, the procedure is performed by inserting a very fine needle underneath the skin surface level and injecting the desired amount of filler in the area as agreed.
- The procedure usually takes between 20-30 minutes, depending on the number of areas that the patient wishes to target.
Post-Op & Aftercare
After getting filler injections, the patient will notice that the effects of aging or (mild) scarring have disappeared completely, in addition to enjoying a plumper skin and a brighter looking face.
Anesthesia:
Filler injections are considered one of the safest procedures that do not require anesthesia as it is usually pain-free. However, a topical anaesthetic can be used to numb the target area before injecting the skin.
Duration of Stay:
There is no need to remain in Istanbul after getting fillers, as the patient is able to leave the clinic or hospital immediately after the procedure.
Botox
What is Botox?
Botox is a type of bacteria that, once injected within skin tissues, inhibits the effects of electric signal transmissions between the nerves and muscle fibres, which in turn prevents contractions of the latter. Afterwards, wrinkles tend to disappear completely, tightening the skin and giving it a smoother look as a result. Botox injections aim to stop the contractions of facial muscles responsible for various expressions, thus counteracting wrinkles and lines in the forehead and around the mouth and eye areas. Therefore, Botox is performed for cosmetic purposes, particularly for women, desiring a more youthful look.
Botox
Overview of the Operation
- During the consultation, the doctor/physician will discuss with the patient the areas that they wish to treat. Then, the procedure is performed by inserting a fine needle underneath the skin, in the muscle line, and injecting a small amount of Botox in the area as agreed. There might be minor bleeding at the point of needle insertion, which usually stops within minutes.
- The procedure usually takes a maximum of 10 minutes.
Anesthesia:
In most Botox procedures, there have been no recorded cases of people experiencing any significant pain upon receiving the injections, as it is normally very mild and tolerable. Therefore, a topical anaesthetic cream is rubbed onto the target area for a completely pain-free experience. In many cases, anesthesia can be totally unnecessary as Botox injections are considered a simple procedure that does not require it, as many doctors think.
Duration of Stay:
There is no need to remain in Istanbul after receiving Botox injections, as the patient is able to leave the clinic or hospital immediately after the procedure and return to normal activities.
Post-Op & Aftercare
- The patient is advised to be mindful of the treated areas, to handle them with care and avoid any scratching, touching, or forceful massaging. The patient must also avoid lying face-down or directly on the injected areas, in addition to refraining from applying pressure on said areas in order to prevent the Botox substance from spreading outside of the intended facial muscular scope.
- The patient might experience some mild swelling or bleeding in points of injection. In case of any post-procedural pain, OTC painkillers can be taken to tackle this temporary effect.
- Results can be observed approximately 3-7 days after the procedure, although the outcome might vary on an individual basis due to a number of different factors.
The Royal Shape team of doctors can offer numerous dermatological treatments and cosmetic solutions that cannot be inclusively listed here. We recommend getting in touch to book your free consultation, thus ensuring you get the most suitable and personalised treatment plan for your needs, and the best results that match your expectations.
