Dermal Fillers: What You Need to Know Before You Start

Done well, dermal fillers are a classic treatment. While they’ve often been unfairly painted as something that gives unnatural results, the reality is quite the opposite.

Dermal fillers aren’t about changing who you are or piling on volume. They’re about giving your features a subtle upgrade. Clearing up this misunderstanding feels important because no one should miss out on one of the simplest, most effective ways to refresh their look.

Done properly, dermal fillers are almost criminally underrated! Since their introduction, these hyaluronic acid-based fillers have become a trusted go-to for everything from softening tired eyes to plumping lips and lifting cheeks. They’re not about being dramatic, they’re about empowering tweaks that make you smile when you catch your reflection.

At Dr Lauren Medical Aesthetics in Hamilton, we meet patients every week who arrive nervous about starting their journey with dermal fillers, only to be amazed by the harmonising effect of these treatments.

What Are Dermal Fillers

The beauty of dermal fillers lies in their simplicity. From what they’re made of to how they work, everything blends seamlessly to enhance your natural features.

What they’re made of:

Dermal fillers are made from hyaluronic acid, which is a sugar your body naturally produces. These clever little gels restore lost volume, smooth fine lines, and give your facial contours a soft, refreshed lift ^[1][2][6].

Think of them as a hydration boost with sculpting superpowers.

How they work:

Areas Commonly Treated

One of the most appealing aspects of dermal fillers is their versatility. They can be used across multiple areas of the face to restore balance and harmony. At Dr Lauren’s Medical Aesthetic Clinic in Hamilton, dermal fillers are carefully placed to enhance the features that matter most to you, and each treatment is skilfully tailored to your individual goals ^[3]. 

How We Approach Dermal Fillers at Dr Lauren Medical Aesthetics

When choosing dermal fillers, the focus should always be on how each area connects to the face as a whole. Fillers aren’t just about adding volume, they’re about creating proportion, balance, and harmony ^[6][9]. 

At Dr Lauren’s Medical Aesthetic Clinic in Hamilton, we take a holistic approach, ensuring that every treatment works seamlessly with your natural features so results look refreshed and balanced rather than done in isolation ^[1][4][5].

This is where facial balancing comes in. Instead of just treating the lips or cheeks in isolation, we look at how small tweaks in different areas can bring the whole face into harmony ^[6]. A patient may book in for lip filler, but after a careful assessment, we might suggest a touch of cheek support first for a more natural result that simply makes everything flow ^[4][8].

Above all, during your treatment, your safety is our utmost priority. At our clinic, every patient goes through a full consultation. This includes a medical history review and facial assessment. This is so we can understand how to provide you with top-quality care. We also have an open discussion with you of all options, risks, and benefits of this treatment so you can make informed decisions along with us ^[3].

We also prioritise using only premium products because you deserve the best. And all treatments will be administered by highly skilled practitioners.

Common Fears: Let’s Address Them

It’s totally normal to feel those butterflies before your first dermal filler treatment. Almost everyone has the same worries running through their mind.

Will I look overdone?

This is probably the biggest worry, and the answer is a reassuring no ^[1]. When planned carefully and focused on facial balancing, dermal fillers deliver natural, subtle results ^[8]. They’re not about changing who you are, they’re about enhancing your features. When done right, dermal fillers simply bring out your best angles, giving you a balanced look rather than anything obvious or dramatic ^[7].

Does it hurt?

Most people expect dermal filler to hurt more than it does. The truth is, many dermal fillers contain a built-in numbing agent, and a topical cream can make the treatment even more comfortable ^[2][10]. Patients usually describe the feeling as a quick pinch rather than pain, making it easy to sit back and enjoy the transformation ^[5][9].

What if I hate it?

While it’s VERY unlikely that you’ll hate your results, one of the best things about these hyaluronic acid fillers is that they’re absolutely reversible. If you’re not happy, for most people they can be safely dissolved using an enzyme called hyaluronidase ^[2][10]. This flexibility means you can try the treatment without worrying about making a permanent change ^[5].

Results, Maintenance & Aftercare

The first step to looking like the best version of yourself is closer than you think. Book a consultation today with us at Dr Lauren’s Medical Aesthetic Clinic in Hamilton and discover just how transformative dermal fillers can be.