Summary
We do not know exactly how many treatments using dermal fillers, or indeed what type of fillers, are currently being used in this country. We do know, however, that they are an increasingly popular cosmetic procedure.
As fillers are technically regarded as “medical devices” in the U.K., there are few restrictions to prevent them being used.
Some members of the medical profession are concerned about the recent growth in new fillers available in the U.K. and feel that more studies should be performed on them to see how safe they are and how long their effects can last.
The two most widely used products in the U.K. are collagen and hyaluronic acid.
Both these fillers are used by thousands of practitioners on millions of patients across the world. Their results are generally safe and very effective.
The final result, however, is dependent upon the type of filler which the practitioner uses, the problems you want treated, and the skill of the practitioner.
Make sure that they are experienced with the filler that they are using, and ensure that your idea of a pleasing aesthetic result, particularly when these products are used for lip enhancement, is the same as yours!
