The appointment takes around 45 minutes, with the actual procedure taking only around 15 minutes.

The results from the filler are instant, and generally last around 9-12months. Each time you have this done, the results will last longer as long as the initial scaffold of filler is still in place.

It can be a bit uncomfortable however we numb the skin prior to the treatment with numbing cream.

We also do not use needles in this delicate area, to reduce swelling/pain and also to be safe and minimize complications. Instead we use a micro-cannula to deposit the filler. This is blunt ended and uses only a single entry point on both sides, thereby reducing trauma and minimizing risk.

The result can be seen instantly, but tends to improve over the next 3-4 weeks post treatment.

Downtime with filler in this area is generally very minimal and makeup can be applied the next day.

Tenderness and mild swelling is expected for a few days as well as potential for mild bruising in some cases. We provide pre and after care instructions to go through ways we can further minimise this.

Patients often assume that tear trough filler will remove any hyperpigmentation in the area but this is not the case unfortunately. It will however reduce the shadowing caused by hollowing and thereby give a brighter appearance.