VOLUME. CONTOUR. BALANCE.
Injectable hyaluronic acid treatments that replace lost volume, support facial contours and soften deeper folds. Some change is usually visible straight away; the settled result is judged once any swelling has gone down.
ABOUT THIS TREATMENT
As we age, the facial fat pads that give the face its youthful fullness gradually diminish. Cheeks flatten, the under-eye hollows deepen, lips thin, and folds deepen around the nose and mouth. Dermal fillers address this directly by replacing lost volume.
The gel used in modern dermal fillers is hyaluronic acid (HA), a sugar molecule that occurs naturally in the body’s own connective tissues. Once injected, it holds water in the tissue where it is placed, which is how it adds volume. Some change is usually visible straight away, and the shape settles over 2 to 4 weeks.
At Prof. Hindocha’s practice, filler placement is guided by a thorough understanding of facial anatomy and the principles of facial proportion. The aim is a balanced, natural result rather than an overfilled look.
TREATMENT AT A GLANCE
A clinic-room treatment under local anaesthetic, with no theatre time. Some change is usually visible straight away.
Treatment Time
Anaesthesia
Hospital Stay
Return to Work
Review Appointment
Your treatment plan is agreed at consultation, after an assessment and a discussion of what you hope to achieve.
FACIAL TREATMENT ZONES
Filler can address volume loss and contour changes across multiple zones. Treatment is focused on the areas where change will have the most meaningful impact for your individual appearance.
LIPS
Lip Augmentation & Definition
Add volume to thinning lips, or define the lip border and cupid’s bow. Treatment is planned to suit your existing lip shape, without overdoing it.
LASTS: 6–9 months
CHEEKS
Cheek Volume & Contour
Replaces mid-face volume lost with age and adds support at the cheekbones. How much this changes the lower face varies from person to person.
LASTS: 12–18 months
NASOLABIAL FOLDS
Smile Line Softening
Aims to reduce the depth of lines running from the sides of the nose to the mouth corners. Placement is planned to soften the fold without creating an overfilled appearance.
LASTS: 9–12 months
TEAR TROUGH
Under-Eye Hollows
Treats hollowing and shadowing beneath the eyes, which can make people look tired however rested they feel. A delicate area, so suitability is checked carefully at consultation.
LASTS: 9–12 months
JAWLINE & CHIN
Jawline Definition
Adds definition along the jawline and projection at the chin, aiming for better lower-face balance without surgery.
LASTS: 12–18 months
MARIONETTE LINES
Mouth Corner Softening
Aims to soften the downward lines from the mouth corners that can give a downturned resting expression. Often planned alongside cheek treatment.
LASTS: 9–12 months
AFTER YOUR TREATMENT
Day of Treatment
Some change in volume is usually visible straight away. Some patients experience localised swelling, redness, or minor bruising at the injection sites. This is normal. Avoid touching the treated area and apply a cool compress if needed.
Days 1–3
Swelling may peak during this period, particularly with lip treatments. Avoid alcohol, heat, and strenuous exercise. The filler is integrating with surrounding tissue. Do not massage or manipulate the treated area.
Days 4–10
Swelling resolves and the true shape of the treatment becomes clearer. Any bruising typically fades by day 7. The shape continues to settle during this period.
Week 2–4
The settled result can usually be judged at the 2–4 week mark. A follow-up appointment with Prof. Hindocha assesses the outcome, reviews symmetry, and discusses any adjustments or next steps in your treatment plan.
WHAT TREATMENT AIMS FOR
Filler adds volume at the time of treatment, and the shape settles over the following weeks as any swelling goes down. The aim is a result that looks natural rather than treated; how it looks and how long it lasts vary from person to person.
HOW IT WORKS
Modern dermal fillers use cross-linked hyaluronic acid, a biocompatible gel that behaves similarly to the HA naturally found in skin and joint fluid. Because it is similar to a molecule the body already contains, it is widely used; like any injectable it still carries risks, which are explained at consultation.
The degree of cross-linking determines longevity and product behaviour. More heavily cross-linked products hold structure for longer and are used where lift and projection are needed. Softer formulations are selected for delicate areas like the tear trough and lips. Prof. Hindocha matches the product to the anatomy, not the other way round.
HYALURONIC ACID
Biocompatible & Naturally Occurring
HA is a sugar molecule found naturally in the body's connective tissue and joint fluid. Filler-grade HA is gradually broken down by the body over time.
REVERSIBILITY
Dissolvable with Hyaluronidase
Unlike permanent fillers, HA products can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if results need adjustment or full reversal. Permanent fillers cannot be dissolved in this way.
HOW IT ADDS VOLUME
Holds Water Where It Is Placed
HA filler holds water in the tissue where it is placed, which is how it adds volume.
WHY PATIENTS CHOOSE DERMAL FILLERS
Unlike treatments that work gradually over time, filler usually makes a visible change at the time of injection, which then settles over the following two weeks as any swelling goes down.
HA filler can be dissolved using an enzyme called hyaluronidase if results need to be corrected or reversed. Permanent and semi-permanent fillers cannot be reversed in this way.
Results typically last 6–18 months depending on the area and product. As filler gradually metabolises, results soften rather than disappear suddenly, so maintenance appointments can be planned at your own pace.
HA is a molecule naturally present in the body’s connective tissue. Filler-grade HA draws in water where it is placed, which is how it adds volume.
IS THIS TREATMENT RIGHT FOR YOU?
Dermal fillers are suitable for patients experiencing volume loss, deeper folds, or contour changes due to ageing. A consultation will confirm whether fillers are the most appropriate treatment for your specific concerns. Filler is also used to reshape the nose without surgery: see what a non-surgical nose job can and can’t do.
EXPLORE FURTHER
Treatments that can be combined with dermal fillers.
NON-SURGICAL
Consultant-led advice on the cause of your lines and the options that suit you.
NON-SURGICAL
An injectable treatment designed to hydrate the skin and improve its quality.
NON-SURGICAL
Platelet-rich plasma prepared from a sample of your own blood and injected into the skin.
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Independently published reviews from patients of Prof. Hindocha, quoted in full and exactly as written. Every one links back to its source.
★★★★★
After years of being unhappy with my breasts after breastfeeding, I'm so glad I trusted my instincts and waited until I found the right surgeon. From my first consultation, Professor Hindocha made me feel completely at ease and I knew I could trust him. I'm only a week post-op and already love my results. I feel incredibly lucky to have found him and truly believe I found the best surgeon.
K.N.
Breast surgery patient
★★★★★
Amazing experience and surgeon. So incredibly thorough, precise and professional. Went above and beyond to explain every last detail to me, he put me at ease, didn't mind a family member being there, very down to earth, can't praise him enough. Would only use this surgeon now.
L.O.
Consultation and surgery
★★★★★
I cannot recommend prof Hindocha enough, from consultation to aftercare he has amazing as have his team. Very professional , I felt very reassured through every step of the process. Thank you Prof Hindocha and team for your kind and professional care.
D.T.
Consultation to aftercare
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Patient stories describe individual experiences. Results vary from person to person, and the risks, limitations and likely outcome of any procedure are discussed with you at consultation.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP
Assessment first, no obligation.
A consultation gives you the space to discuss your concerns, understand what filler can realistically achieve for your face, and explore whether it is the right treatment for you. No obligation, only an honest conversation about what is possible.
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