Restore volume
Cheeks, temples and selected under-eye transitions where age-related volume loss is the main issue.
Medical aesthetics · South Kensington
Dermal Fillers London — Natural, Balanced, Clinician-Led
Subtle enhancement and structural support using hyaluronic acid fillers, with treatment plans built around facial proportion, movement and long-term balance — not simply adding volume.
Consultant-led
Premium HA fillers
Immediate result
Reversible where clinically indicated
Considering expression lines too? Explore wrinkle-relaxing consultations →
Consultant-led aesthetics
Facial assessment with Consultant Plastic Surgeon Dr Mobin
Dermal filler treatment at Santi is planned around anatomy, proportion and long-term balance. Dr Mobin's surgical background brings a detailed understanding of facial structure, ageing and tissue support to the consultation process.
The aim is not to fill every line, but to decide whether filler is appropriate at all — and, if so, where the smallest effective amount can create the most natural result.
From £500Per 1 ml; exact volume agreed in consultation
ImmediateResult visible straight away, then settles over 1–2 weeks
TemporaryHA filler gradually breaks down over time
Review-ledConservative first treatment with review where appropriate
Restore, refine and support
Refine contours
Chin, jawline and profile balance using structural support rather than indiscriminate filling.
Soften shadows & folds
Nasolabial and marionette folds may be softened directly or indirectly through mid-face support.
Common dermal filler treatments
These are the same dedicated treatment pages linked from the current Dermal Fillers hub. Every tile is fully clickable.
Lip Fillers
Lip Fillers
Hydration, border definition and symmetry using soft HA filler with a natural, proportion-led result.
Explore lip fillers →Cheeks / Mid-Face
Cheeks / Mid-Face
Structural support to restore mid-face volume and improve facial balance without creating heaviness.
Explore cheek filler →Tear Trough
Tear Trough
Reserved for carefully selected patients; cheek support or polynucleotides may sometimes be preferable.
Explore tear trough treatment →Nasolabial & Marionette
Nasolabial & Marionette
Small strategic amounts to soften folds while considering underlying mid-face support first.
Explore fold treatment →Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty
Advanced profile refinement in suitable patients after detailed medical and anatomical assessment.
Explore nose filler →Hand Rejuvenation
Hand Rejuvenation
Restore selected volume loss on the dorsum of the hands and reduce the prominence of tendons and veins.
Explore hand filler →Volume loss, skin quality or muscle movement?
Not every line or ageing concern needs filler. One of the most important parts of consultation is deciding which tissue or mechanism is actually creating the concern.
| Main concern | Usually considered first | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Loss of facial volume or structural support | Dermal filler | HA filler can replace or redistribute volume and support contour. |
| Dryness, crepiness or skin quality | Skin boosters | Skin-quality treatments focus more on hydration and tissue quality than shape. |
| General hydration / laxity without volume loss | Profhilo | Useful where the aim is skin quality rather than structural augmentation. |
| Thin, crepey under-eye skin | Polynucleotides | May be preferable where tissue quality rather than volume deficit is the main issue. |
| Dynamic forehead, frown or crow's-feet lines | Wrinkle-relaxing consultation | Lines caused primarily by muscle movement require a different treatment strategy. |
| Texture, pigment or significant skin damage | CO₂ / skin treatment | Surface and collagen-remodelling concerns often need a skin-focused treatment instead. |
What happens at Santi
Full-face assessment
We look at facial proportions, movement, volume loss, skin quality, previous filler and your goals.
Conservative treatment plan
Product, volume and placement are chosen for tissue depth and anatomy. Numbing is available for comfort.
Review after settling
Swelling and integration are allowed to settle before deciding whether any further treatment is genuinely needed.
How long do dermal fillers last?
Longevity varies substantially by area, product, movement, dose and individual metabolism. Area-specific ranges are more useful than one blanket figure.
| Area | Typical guide | Why it varies |
|---|---|---|
| Lips | Approximately 6–9 months | High movement and relatively soft filler products. |
| Cheeks / chin | Approximately 9–18 months | Deeper structural placement and firmer HA gels may persist longer. |
| Tear trough | Approximately 9–12 months | Low movement, but treatment is only suitable in carefully selected patients. |
| Nasolabial / marionette | Often around 6–12 months | Depends on movement, product and whether mid-face support is also addressed. |
Safety first
Why anatomy matters with dermal fillers
Dermal filler is an injectable medical-aesthetic procedure. Common effects such as swelling, tenderness and bruising are usually temporary, but rare complications can be serious. Treatment therefore requires detailed anatomical knowledge and an urgent-management protocol.
Common temporary effects
- Swelling and tenderness
- Bruising or small injection marks
- Temporary firmness or asymmetry while swelling settles
- Short-lived redness
Important risks discussed at consultation
- Infection
- Persistent lumps or asymmetry
- Delayed inflammatory reactions
- Vascular compromise / occlusion
- Rare tissue damage or visual complications
HA filler reversal: hyaluronidase is available when clinically indicated.
This does not remove the need for careful prevention, early recognition and urgent management of complications.
Preparing for filler and looking after the area afterwards
Before treatment
- Tell us about previous filler, reactions and any filler you believe may still be present.
- Tell us about prescribed medication, blood thinners and relevant medical conditions.
- Tell us about cold-sore history before lip or peri-oral treatment.
- Discuss recent or planned dental treatment, particularly for lower-face or lip procedures.
- Do not attend with active skin infection or illness.
After treatment
- Expect some swelling, tenderness or bruising for the first few days.
- Avoid unnecessary pressure or manipulation unless specifically advised.
- Keep the area clean and follow the written aftercare given by your clinician.
- Avoid excessive heat and strenuous exercise for the advised period.
- Contact Santi promptly if pain, colour change, unusual swelling or another unexpected symptom develops.
Dermal filler prices
Exact product, amount and number of syringes are agreed during consultation.
| Treatment | Typical amount | From |
|---|---|---|
| Lip enhancement | 0.5–1.0 ml | £500 |
| Cheek / mid-face support | 1–2 ml | £500 |
| Jawline & chin | 2–3 ml | £500 |
| Nasolabial / marionette | 0.5–1.0 ml | £500 |
| Tear trough — selected patients | 0.5–1.0 ml | £500 |
| Non-surgical rhinoplasty | Approx. 1 ml | £500 |
Tips for when getting lip filler
Watch a real lip filler treatment journey filmed at Santi London.
Natural-looking filler is often about what we choose not to fill
Every face has different proportions, skeletal support, fat distribution and movement. A one-size-fits-all approach can create unnecessary heaviness and gradually distort features. We therefore plan treatment around the whole face, not the popularity of a particular treatment area.
Lips
Lip enhancement can improve hydration, border definition, symmetry and proportion. We favour conservative volumes and soft gels appropriate to the movement of the lips.
Cheeks and mid-face
Loss of deep mid-face support can contribute to under-eye shadowing and more prominent nasolabial folds. In suitable patients, treating the structural cause can produce a more natural result than directly filling every line.
Tear troughs
Tear-trough filler is not suitable for everyone. Thin skin, oedema, malar bags and anatomical variation can make direct filler a poor choice. Mid-face support or skin-quality treatment may sometimes be preferable.
Chin and jawline
Structural filler can improve selected profile imbalances and lower-face proportions. Larger-volume treatment should still remain proportion-led rather than aiming for a generic angular jaw.
Non-surgical rhinoplasty
Nose filler is an advanced indication because of vascular anatomy. It requires careful patient selection, conservative technique and a clear understanding of the limits of non-surgical correction.
Explore Santi aesthetics
Wrinkle-relaxing consultations
Assessment-led approach for dynamic expression lines.
Explore consultations →Aesthetics Clinic
Injectables, skin boosters, peels and regenerative treatments.
Explore aesthetics →Skin Boosters
Hydration and skin-quality treatments when volume is not the main goal.
Compare skin boosters →Profhilo
Skin hydration and elasticity support without conventional volumising.
Explore Profhilo →Polynucleotides
Skin-quality treatment for selected delicate or crepey areas.
Explore polynucleotides →Skin Lab Diagnostics
Objective skin imaging and measurements to inform wider treatment planning.
Explore Skin Lab →Meet the Team
Consultant surgeons, doctors and clinicians at Santi London.
Meet our clinicians →CO₂ Laser
For texture, acne scars and deeper photodamage where filler is not the answer.
Explore CO₂ laser →Thread Veins
Targeted vascular treatment for selected facial or body vessels.
Explore vascular laser →Dermal filler FAQs
Which filler brands do you use?
We select from premium CE-marked hyaluronic acid ranges according to anatomy, tissue depth and treatment goal. The specific product is discussed during consultation.
Will dermal filler look natural?
That is the aim. We prioritise proportion, conservative volumes and staged treatment rather than maximal correction in one session.
How long does filler last?
It varies by area and product. Lips often last approximately 6–9 months, while structural cheek or chin filler may persist around 9–18 months. Individual metabolism and movement matter.
Am I suitable for tear-trough filler?
Only after careful assessment. In many patients, cheek support or a skin-quality treatment such as polynucleotides may be more appropriate than direct tear-trough filler.
Can HA filler be dissolved?
Hyaluronic-acid filler can be dissolved using hyaluronidase when clinically indicated. Dissolving filler also has risks and requires assessment.
What are the risks?
Bruising, swelling, tenderness, asymmetry and lumps can occur. Rare but serious complications include vascular occlusion and tissue or visual injury, which is why anatomy, early recognition and urgent management protocols matter.
Can I have fillers during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
We do not perform elective dermal filler treatment during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
What if my lines are mainly caused by movement?
Filler may not be the right treatment. Dynamic lines may be better assessed through a wrinkle-relaxing consultation, with sequencing discussed where several treatments are appropriate.
Book a dermal filler consultation in South Kensington
We will assess facial structure, volume, movement and skin quality, then explain whether filler, a skin booster, another treatment — or no treatment — is the most appropriate option.
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