Consultation for changes in facial volume
With age and other factors, natural changes in the structure and fullness of the face may become more noticeable. These changes can include reduced fullness in areas such as the cheeks, mid-face, or lips, as well as alterations in contour and skin texture.
In your consultation, a qualified clinician will:
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Assess your concerns and relevant medical history
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Explain available options, including potential benefits, limitations, and risks
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Determine whether any treatment is suitable for you
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Provide a detailed quote if treatment is recommended
Important Information
Not all treatments are appropriate for everyone. Suitability can only be determined after an in-person consultation with a qualified clinician. All treatments carry potential risks and side-effects, which will be explained before you decide whether to proceed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Changes in facial volume can occur as part of the natural ageing process. This may include shifts or reductions in the fat pads of the face, which can affect overall contour and structure. In consultation, your clinician can discuss whether any treatment options may be suitable for your circumstances, including potential risks, limitations, and expected outcomes.
Common areas discussed during consultations for facial volume changes may include:
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Nasolabial folds (lines from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth)
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Marionette lines (lines extending from the corners of the mouth downward)
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Cheeks
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Lips
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Vertical lip lines (lines around the lips, sometimes referred to as “smoker’s lines”)
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Under-eye hollows or tear troughs
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Temples
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Chin
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Jawline
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Hands
Your clinician will assess your individual needs and discuss whether treatment in these or other areas is appropriate for you.
Consultations are conducted by qualified practitioners, in accordance with clinical guidelines and infection control standards. If a treatment is considered appropriate and you choose to proceed, a topical anaesthetic may be applied to the treatment area.
The duration of any effect may vary significantly between individuals and cannot be guaranteed. Factors that may influence this include:
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The specific area treated
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Individual metabolic differences
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Levels of physical activity
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Natural facial expressions and movement in the treated area
Your clinician will discuss potential outcomes, variability, and risks before you decide whether to proceed.
Consultations take between 15 to 45 minutes.
All medical procedures carry risks, which will be discussed with you in consultation. These may include bruising, swelling, and bleeding at the injection site. Your clinician may recommend certain steps before and after treatment to help reduce these risks, which will be tailored to your personal health circumstances.
Suitability for treatment can only be determined after a face-to-face consultation with a qualified clinician. Individual responses vary, and the frequency or number of treatments will depend on your specific circumstances and clinical advice.
