Although both treatments use dermal filler, they can have different objectives. Restorative cheek filler is generally used where the mid-face has lost volume over time, whereas cheekbone enhancement focuses more specifically on creating additional contour or definition.

The placement of filler can therefore vary considerably. Restoring volume may require treatment within areas of the cheek that have become depleted, while enhancing the cheekbones can involve more targeted placement around the underlying bony structure.

At Derma Plus Medical Leeds, we establish what is creating your concern before recommending treatment. Some patients may benefit predominantly from restoration, others from enhancement, while a combination of techniques may be appropriate in certain cases.

There is no standard quantity of dermal filler that is appropriate for every patient. The amount required depends on your existing facial structure, the degree of volume change, the areas being treated and what you would like the treatment to achieve.

During your consultation for cheek filler in Leeds, your medical clinician will assess both sides of the face and determine where filler may provide a meaningful improvement. We will then discuss the proposed treatment and appropriate quantity with you.

Our approach is based on using filler purposefully rather than determining treatment according to a predetermined number of syringes.

Not necessarily. The effect cheek filler has on facial shape depends heavily on where the product is placed, the amount used and your existing anatomy.

Different areas of the cheek can be treated to achieve different outcomes. In some patients, lateral placement may enhance cheekbone definition, while others require support in different areas of the mid-face. This is why the same injection pattern should not be applied to every face.

At Derma Plus Medical Leeds, our medical clinicians assess facial width, proportions and existing contours before carrying out cheek filler. Placement is then selected according to the intended result rather than simply adding fullness across the cheeks.

Before attending Derma Plus Medical Leeds, avoid alcohol for approximately 24 hours and attend with minimal make-up where possible. Please tell your clinician about medication, supplements, allergies, medical conditions, previous injectable treatments and any upcoming dental or facial procedures. Prescribed medication should never be stopped without advice from the healthcare professional responsible for your care.

Potentially irritating skincare ingredients, including retinoids and glycolic acid, should generally be avoided around the treatment area for several days beforehand. Contact the clinic before your appointment if you become unwell or develop an active infection.

Temporary swelling, redness, tenderness and bruising can occur following cheek filler. Avoid pressing or massaging the cheeks unless instructed to do so, and temporarily avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol, saunas, steam rooms and excessive heat. Laser and skin-needling procedures around the treated area should generally be postponed for approximately two weeks.

Your clinician will provide appropriate aftercare guidance following your cheek filler treatment in Leeds and explain when to contact the clinic if you have any concerns.

An immediate change in cheek volume or contour can usually be seen following treatment, although the area may initially appear different due to temporary swelling. This means the appearance immediately after your appointment should not be considered the final result.

As swelling subsides and the treated tissues settle, the contours of the cheeks generally become clearer. The exact timeframe can vary depending on the amount and location of filler used as well as your individual response to treatment.

At Derma Plus Medical Leeds, we recommend allowing sufficient time for your cheek filler to settle before assessing whether any further treatment is required.