Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a natural component of the skin and is responsible for its hydration, firmness and elasticity. The amount of this substance in the skin decreases with age. This is one of the factors responsible for skin ageing, the signs of which include wrinkles as well as changes in the shape and contour of the face. Deficiencies of hyaluronic acid can be supplemented through treatments using this substance.
What properties does hyaluronic acid have?
Hyaluronic acid is one of the most popular preparations used in aesthetic medicine. This substance has filling, contouring and hydrating properties. It also belongs to the group of regenerative molecules. In addition, it is easy to use and biodegradable.
Specialists also value hyaluronic acid because it rarely causes allergic reactions, does not require downtime and delivers immediate results. Another advantage of HA is that it can be dissolved using hyaluronidase. This option is used in cases of unsatisfactory results or complications after treatment.
Preparations used in aesthetic medicine contain hyaluronic acid produced by microorganisms under laboratory conditions, because its organic form is unstable. Treatments using reputable products, when performed by an experienced physician, are characterised by effectiveness and safety. HA has versatile applications. It is used for mesotherapy, facial volumisation, lip enhancement and wrinkle reduction.
Who is wrinkle removal with hyaluronic acid for?
Wrinkle removal with hyaluronic acid may be chosen by individuals who want to maintain a youthful appearance for longer.
Procedures using HA make it possible to soften or eliminate concerns such as:
- nasolabial folds,
- marionette lines,
- glabellar lines between the eyebrows,
- horizontal forehead lines,
- wrinkles around the eyes (“crow’s feet”, tear trough),
- wrinkles above the upper lip (“smoker’s lines”).
What does wrinkle filling with hyaluronic acid look like?
Before the wrinkle removal procedure, the treated area is numbed with a specialist cream to ensure patient comfort. During the procedure, the physician injects a hyaluronic acid preparation into the treatment area. The specialist selects both the product and the injection technique according to the concern being treated. For wrinkle correction, a needle is usually used. It is very fine, which increases precision and reduces patient discomfort.
Wrinkle filling with hyaluronic acid takes around 30 minutes. The procedure does not require recovery time. Immediately afterwards, the patient may return to work and daily activities.
Adverse effects after the procedure are usually mild and subside within a few days. The most common complaints include swelling, redness, bruising, tenderness or discomfort at the injection sites.
How do we ensure safety at Dr Parda Clinic?
Occasionally, more serious complications may occur after wrinkle correction with hyaluronic acid. The most severe of these may occur after procedures involving the nasolabial folds and glabellar lines. At our clinic in Piaseczno (near Warsaw), we minimise the risk of these and other complications because we routinely perform facial ultrasound before treatment.
Ultrasound imaging allows us to assess the vascular anatomy of the treated area as well as any previously injected fillers. Knowing this information increases the safety and effectiveness of procedures. Using ultrasound, we are also able to optimally treat complications, with which patients from other clinics are coming to us increasingly often.
What results does wrinkle removal with hyaluronic acid provide?
After injection, hyaluronic acid binds water in the treated area, increasing skin volume and leading to the softening or elimination of wrinkles. As a result, the face gains a younger and more refreshed appearance. The effects, visible immediately after the procedure, are subtle and natural.
The results of wrinkle removal treatment last for 6 to 12 months. After that time, the hyaluronic acid is metabolised. The duration of the results depends on the injection site and the product used. It is also influenced by the patient’s age, skin type and lifestyle.
Contraindications to wrinkle removal with hyaluronic acid
We do not perform wrinkle removal with hyaluronic acid in situations such as:
- pregnancy and breastfeeding,
- systemic infections,
- certain skin diseases (including infectious conditions),
- active cancer.