Dermal Fillers

HOW DO THEY WORK?

The dermal fillers used at Clinique Elan,  are made of Hyaluronic Acid (known as HA), which is a natural forming sugar molecule, and by far the most common filler used by Appearance Medicine injectors worldwide. They are injected into the face to address areas of concern, eg fine lines and wrinkles, thinning or fine lips, and volume loss, or into the hands for volumising and improving skin texture. There are different strengths and thicknesses of HA within the range, which means each of these indications can be addressed accordingly. Results are instant. Clinique Elan offer dermal filler from the Belotero and Teoxane Ranges, as well as Radiesse (calcium blended dermal filler) 

 

HOW LONG DO THEY LAST?

The longevity of fillers varies depending on strength of filler used (thicker ones last up to 2 years), and how mobile the area is, eg around the mouth will not last as long as areas that don’t move as much; and the volume injected. In certain areas, combining treatment of filler and toxin, can help the longevity eg forehead lines whereby weakening muscles and therefore restricting movement with toxin, will ensure the filler lasts longer.

 

ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?

It is regarded as a low risk procedure, however there are complications associated with the administration of any HA/Dermal Filler product. The most important of those being the risk of vascular occlusion, this will be discussed thoroughly during the consultation and pre treatment assessment.
There is usually no downtime, or minimal, involved. We apply mineral makeup straight after treatment, so clients can return to work immediately without problem. 
PAIN: We offer the use of topical anaesthetic or nerve blocks (with a charge) to minimise any pain, so it is not considered a highly painful procedure at our clinic.

Costs

Dermal Filler cost

Unlike most clinics, we do not insist on clients purchasing a full syringe of product. At Clinique Elan we have available syringes of filler starting at $110 for 0.1ml, which would generally fill a couple of fine upper lip lines, or from $510 for 0.5ml of volume replacement filler, which would give a subtle enhancement to cheeks, or lift the corners of the mouth, our 1ml syringes start at $860.

The amount needed varies for each person. An estimate of volume is discussed at the time of consultation, along with an estimate of cost.

Dermal Filler Packages:

Peri -Oral Rejuvenation Package
For Areas around the mouth, lip and chin, focusing on fine lines and volume replacement: $699

Signature Lift Package 
Focuses on mid face volume replacement, structural lift & fine lines: $999

Deluxe Lift Package 
Focuses on jawline augmentation, temples, volume replacement, and structural lift as well as fine lines: $1500

Mandatory Safety Information:

Teoxane Information:

TEOSYAL RHA® 1, TEOSYAL  RHA® 2, TEOSYAL RHA® 3, TEOSYAL RHA® 4, TEOSYAL® PURESENSE REDENSITY 1, TEOSYAL® PURESENSE REDENSITY 2, TEOSYAL PURESENSE KISS ®, TEOSYAL® PURESENSE GLOBAL ACTION, TEOSYAL® PURESENSE DEEP LINES, TEOSYAL® PURESENSE ULTIMATE and TEOSYAL® PURESENSE ULTRA DEEP are trademark of the firm TEOXANE SA. These products are gel that contains hyaluronic acid, and 0.3% by weight of lidocaine hydrochloride (local anesthetic can induce a positive reaction to anti-doping tests). In the case of known hypersensitivity to lidocaine and/or amide local anaesthetic agents, we recommend not use lidocaine-containing products and please refer to products without lidocaine. They are class III medical device and are regulated health product bearing the CE marking (CE2797) under this regulation.Local manifestations: inflammatory reactions (erythema, oedema, pain at the point of injection), haematomas, itching, temporary loss of sensitivity around the injected area, dyschromia, abscesses, indurations, nodules (possibly granulomas).General manifestations: immediate hypersensitivity up to anaphylactic shock, migration of the implant.Rare but serious adverse events associated with the intravascular injection of soft tissue fillers in the face have been reported and include temporary or permanent vision impairment or blindness, skin necrosis and stroke.Please consult your physician or pharmacist for more information.Please refer to instructions for use. The product availability depends on registration, please contact your local distributor. Please inform the manufacturer TEOXANE of any side effects or any claim as soon as possible to the following address: medical@teoxane.com.* launch depending on countries registration and launch calendarTEOSYAL KISS®, RHA KISS®, TEOSYAL® MESO,  TEOSYAL® GLOBAL ACTION, TEOSYAL® DEEP LINES, , TEOSYAL® ULTIMATE and TEOSYAL® ULTRA DEEP  are trademark of the firm TEOXANE SA. These products are class III medical device and are regulated health product bearing the CE marking (CE2797) under this regulation.Local manifestations: inflammatory reactions (erythema, oedema, pain at the point of injection), haematomas, itching, temporary loss of sensitivity around the injected area, dyschromia, abscesses, indurations, nodules (possibly granulomas).General manifestations: immediate hypersensitivity up to anaphylactic shock, migration of the implant.Rare but serious adverse events associated with the intravascular injection of soft tissue fillers in the face have been reported and include temporary or permanent vision impairment or blindness, skin necrosis and stroke.Please consult your physician or pharmacist for more information.Please refer to instructions for use. The product availability depends on registration, please contact your local distributor. Please inform the manufacturer TEOXANE of any side effects or any claim as soon as possible to the following address: medical@teoxane.com.Sportsmen and women must be made aware of the fact that this product contains an active component which may cause a positive result in a drug test. 

Belotero Information

BELOTERO is a Medsafe WAND notified Medical Device Class III.  Always read the label and follow instructions.  Belotero® is a gel that is injected by a healthcare professional into or below the skin to smooth facial wrinkles and folds, correct facial atrophic scars, restore or enhance the lips or restore facial volume such as in the cheeks and chin.Use with caution in patients taking antithrombotic medications or methemoglobin-inducing agents, active autoimmune diseases, epilepsy, porphyria, impaired cardiac, hepatic or renal funcrion or anyone with a history of multiple allergies, anaphylaxis, streptococcal diseases or predisposed to cheloids or hypertrophic scars.  Use in the nose or periorbital area should only be performed by a trained experienced practitioner.After Belotero® treatment patients may experience redness, swelling, pain, itching and/or bruising which may last for up to a week.  Discuss with your specialist if Belotero® is right for you.  For more information please contact the New Zealand distributor: New Zealand Medical & Scienfic Ltd, 2a Fisher Crescent, Mt Wellington, Auckland.  Phone 09 2594062.  TPAS NA 9594.