CAN I HAVE PROFHILO WITH FILLER MILTON KEYNES?

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CAN I HAVE PROFHILO WITH FILLER?

N ZANNA • Sep 22, 2023

In this blog we talk about the difference between Profhilo and Dermal Filler and whether you should have one or the other or both

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PROFHILO AND DERMAL FILLER?

Many of our patients ask the question "what is the difference between Dermal Filler and Profhilo?" and the next question is usually "can I have Profhilo AND Dermal Filler?". The short and simple answer is yes! Read on to find out how Profhilo and Dermal Filler differ, when they should be used and whether you can have treatment with both.

At our Aesthetic Clinic in Milton Keynes, Profhilo and Dermal Filler are two of our most popular treatments. Some patients have one or the other and many patients have both. Let me explain first of all how they differ.

Profhilo is formulated using concentrated, 'unlinked' hyaluronic acid - this means that the hyaluronic acid molecules are free to float around in the skin so this product disperses once it is injected. Profhilo is mainly used on the mid and lower face using a process known as the BAP (bio-aesthetic points) technique. This technique has been designed to maximise the flow and spread of the injected Profhilo and will bring about a change all over the mid and lower face. Profhilo delivers intense hydration which plumps the skin, smoothing away fine lines and giving the skin a radiant glow. The presence of high concentrations of hyaluronic acid also aids the production of collagen and improves the overall health of the skin. HYDRATED SKIN = HEALTHY SKIN.

Dermal Filler is also made from hyaluronic acid but the molecules are linked together with a chemical called BDDE (butanediol diglycidyl ether) which means that when injected the filler does not spread and instead stays in the target treatment area. Dermal Filler is perfect for replacing lost volume and correcting deeper lines and folds in the skin. It can also be useful to contour and redefine the cheeks, jawline, nose, lips and chin.

SHOULD I CHOOSE PROFHILO OR DERMAL FILLER?

It can be difficult to know what treatment is best for you so I would always recommend that you book a consultation with a reputable Aesthetic Nurse/Doctor who has lots of experience in using Profhilo and Dermal Filler. At our Aesthetic Clinic in Milton Keynes we offer all new patients a free consultation so that we can assess your concerns and recommend the best treatment for you. Everyone is different but if you are under the age of 40, you are noticing signs of ageing and you are looking to freshen up your face and treat fine lines then Profhilo is a good option. If you are over 40 then you are likely to have some volume loss and/or deeper lines/folds which would be more suited to Dermal Filler treatment. Saying that I have patients under the age of 40 who have Dermal Filler and patients over the age of 40 who have amazing results with Profhilo! It's not a one size fits all situation which is why a consultation is so important.

CAN I HAVE PROFHILO AND DERMAL FILLER?

Absolutely yes! Some people can get away with having either one or the other but the reality is that many aesthetic treatments work better in combination. If you are seeing signs of ageing then often you will benefit from Dermal Filler treatment to restore lost volume and give your skin a 'lift' and Profhilo to hydrate the skin, smooth the surface and give your skin a healthy glow. The way I explain it to my patients at my aesthetic clinic in Milton Keynes is that Dermal Filler is like plumping up your mattress and Profhilo is like adding a nice mattress topper. Either would make a difference but both together is the best option!

For those who are looking to have both Profhilo and Dermal Filler treatment together I usually recommend that these are done at separate appointments, ideally with a few weeks in between. The reason for this is to reduce the trauma to the skin, to allow the treatment area to heal and settle and also to make it clear to you what the result is from each treatment. If you have both treatments together you will get an amazing result but it can be difficult to judge what has made the most difference to you, so by doing them separately this will be clearer.

HOW LONG DO PROFHILO AND DERMAL FILLER LAST?

For best results we recommend an initial 2 sessions of Profhilo 4 weeks apart then one session every 6 months to maintain results. Dermal Fillers last around 12 months and usually only one session is required but some people may need a touch up a month or so later. So if you are having both treatments you would have Prohilo every 6 months and Dermal Filler once a year.

If you would like to visit our Milton Keynes Aesthetic Clinic and discuss Profhilo or Dermal Filler with one of our highly skilled Aesthetic Nurses please give us a call on 01908 794174 or use the BOOK ONLINE button to book an appointment.

Nikki x

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