The best dermal filler varies from one person to the other. Individual goals and the target areas determine which dermal filler you will get. Dr. Tarek will take you through the available options during your initial consultation, where you will also undergo a medical examination to determine your candidacy for the treatment.

Dermal fillers are not permanent and you may need to get them every once in a while. If getting dermal fillers in Dubai, your doctor will guide you on the frequency to get them. You should expect your fillers to last anywhere between six months and two years. The period taken is determined by your goals and the type of filler that you’re getting.

Most dermal fillers are made with hyaluronic acid mixed with lidocaine to help ease the discomfort. Some patients may feel mild discomfort when using certain dermal fillers, but the surgeon will apply topical anesthesia prior to the treatment to give room for a more comfortable experience.

Dermal fillers in Dubai are safe as long as you get them from an authorized and experienced plastic surgeon like Dr. Tarek. All the components of a filler are approved for human use. Hyaluronic acid is the main ingredient found in most filler treatments. It is a naturally occurring product in the skin cells, meaning there is minimal to no risk of allergic reactions.

Dermal fillers are relatively safe and effective. However, some patients may report some mild reactions, including redness, bruising, itching, or tenderness. Nevertheless, your surgeon takes all these into account to ensure that your skin isn’t affected by such reactions. Moreover, such side effects may only last a few days, not exceeding a week.

Fillers are referred to as a ‘lunchtime’ procedure at Dr. Tarek Aesthetics as the treatment only takes a few minutes and you can go back to your normal routine in no time. However, Dr. Tarek advises his patients not to schedule a filler treatment right before attending an important event as there may be slight side effects like swelling and redness for some time.

The results from a dermal filler treatment in Dubai are immediate. The appearance gradually improves within the next 2 to 4 weeks where you can realize the full potential of your filler treatment.

Your surgeon will discuss with you some aftercare instructions on how to help you get the most from your filler treatment. As a rule of thumb, you should avoid touching the treated area immediately after the procedure as this would lead to infection and may even interfere with the placement of the filler. 

Moreover, you should also avoid alcohol, smoking, heat, and exercise for the first couple of days after the treatment. You should also wait at least 1 to 2 weeks before getting another cosmetic treatment.

Although you might still get permanent dermal fillers, the best plastic surgeons in Dubai recommend against getting them. This is because while you might still get desirable results within the first couple of weeks, the target area may start appearing somewhat unnatural. Furthermore, permanent fillers carry a more significant risk of side effects, which may be a little too late to reverse easily. 

Both Botox and dermal fillers address similar but also different areas of concern. However, you can only know the right type of treatment during your consultation with a plastic surgeon. At Dr. Tarek Aesthetics, our highly experienced plastic surgeons will take their time to analyze your goals, the nature of your skin, among other factors to enable them to recommend the right treatment for you.