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Dermal Filler Choice

In the US there are only six dermal filler products that have been approved by the FDA for use in aesthetic treatments. However, in the UK dermal fillers are categorised as a medical device rather than a prescription drug, which means that there is a proliferation of dermal filler products on the market.

So, how do you make your choice? A good step is to look at the brands that are approved in the US by the FDA, as they have had to undergo rigorous testing and clinical trials. The Juvederm range of dermal fillers from Allergan is one of the few hyaluronic acid based products that are approved. These are the only dermal fillers offered by the VIVA Clinic.

Permanent fillers can mean permanent problems

Hyaluronic acid fillers are temporary which means the effects last approximately 12 months. If you're happy with the look of a treatment, you may think why don't I get a permanent filler so I don't have to pay for repeat treatments. Most reputable cosmetic doctors or dermatologists do not offer permanent dermal fillers, as any side effects are permanent and often can't be reversed.

Practitioner choice is all important

The most important decision you can make is in your choice of practitioner. Firstly, a respected and appropriately qualified medical practitioner should be choosing only the very best and safest products available on your behalf.

In addition, any injectable treatment is often described as 'practitioner dependent'. This means that however good the product is, the quality of the results is in the hands of the person wielding the syringe. Although, the incidence of side effects is relatively low for hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, they can occur and a dermal filler specialist will be able to manage any complications.

Dr Tapan Patel, medical director of the VIVA Clinic, has satisfactorily treated many hundreds of patients for aesthetic treatments. Recently, he was named in Tatler's Top 30 Anti-Ageing experts in the UK, based on the skill and experience he brings to all his procedures.

By Tapan Patel

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