Fillers often receive unfair negative press due to high-profile cases of complications, but the reality is that when administered correctly by a trained medical professional, fillers using hyaluronic acid are very safe. In this article, our specialists explain the difference between safe and unsafe filler options, what distinguishes a medically trained injector from an unqualified practitioner, and what to look for when choosing a provider. At Blooming, all filler treatments are performed by experienced professionals. This article will help you make an informed and confident choice about filler treatment.
There are many horror stories about fillers that become inflamed or infected and subsequently cause irreversible damage. This gives the impression that fillers are dangerous. But is that really the case? Blooming explains which types of fillers exist and what the risks of a filler treatment are.
Permanent fillers are dangerous
First of all, we advise against using permanent fillers. At Blooming you will never be treated with permanent fillers — these are prohibited in the Netherlands. The risk of a long-term infection developing is considerable. Since most fillers are injected into the face, this can lead to deformities in the facial area.
Hyaluronic acid fillers with body-natural substances
One type of filler that is safe to use is the hyaluronic acid filler. Our surgeons work extensively with this filler, because hyaluronic acid is a substance naturally produced by the body that keeps the skin supple and resilient. We primarily use Radiesse for filling wrinkles, as this is one of the safest injectables available. It is based on body-natural tissue and stimulates the production of collagen. Within just three months, the Radiesse has almost completely disappeared, while the effect lasts longer: the newly produced collagen takes the place of the filler.
Reversible effect
Should an allergic reaction to the hyaluronic acid occur in an exceptional case, or should you find the effect of the fillers too overwhelming, we can reverse the effect. By injecting hyaluronidase, the filler dissolves, after which the allergic reaction quickly subsides. Over time, the hyaluronic acid will disappear regardless, as it is a non-permanent filler.
Lipofilling with your own fat
Another safe filler treatment is lipofilling. The concept behind lipofilling is that we use liposuction to remove fat from an area where you have sufficient reserves, such as the abdomen or thighs. This fat is then injected into the treatment area, often the face. Because we inject body-natural fat, the risk of complications is minimal. Lipofilling is a surgical procedure and the recovery is more intensive. Since not all of the injected fat cells survive and are broken down by the body, the effect may initially appear slightly exaggerated and then diminish over a number of months.
Safely injecting fillers
In summary: safe fillers do exist. Permanent fillers are no longer permitted. Always ask your doctor before any treatment what they are using. We recommend always being treated at a professional cosmetic clinic by a specialist doctor. Sometimes you can have fillers injected cheaply by a charlatan, but do not be tempted by this. You get what you pay for, especially when it comes to fillers.