Hyaluronic Acid Treatments
Hyaluronic acid, often simply called hyaluron, occurs naturally throughout the body, including in the skin, bones and synovial fluid. Hyaluronic acid molecules can bind large amounts of water, helping to lubricate the joints, for example. Concentrations are particularly high in connective tissue, where hyaluronic acid helps keep the skin hydrated and plump.
When we are young, the body produces abundant hyaluronic acid, which helps maintain the skin’s volume, elasticity and firmness. From our mid-twenties onwards, however, this production steadily declines. As the skin becomes thinner and less elastic, the first fine lines begin to appear. Aesthetic medicine uses laboratory-produced hyaluronic acid fillers to soften wrinkles and restore lost volume.
What Can Hyaluronic Acid Be Used For?
The classic indication for hyaluronic acid wrinkle treatment is the lower third of the face. Areas commonly treated include nasolabial folds between the nose and corners of the mouth, fine lines around the lips, marionette lines between the corners of the mouth and chin, and vertical upper-lip lines, sometimes known as smoker’s lines. Hyaluronic acid can also be used to add or restore volume to the lips, cheeks, chin and nose. Its applications extend beyond the face: carefully placed injections can also improve signs of skin ageing on the hands and décolletage. Hyaluronic acid filler treatment is generally considered effective and low-risk when performed by an appropriately qualified doctor. I offer a variety of hyaluronic acid treatments at my practice in Berlin.
Hyaluronic acid is widely used in aesthetic medicine because it offers a versatile, minimally invasive approach to treatment. Carefully selected and placed fillers can produce a noticeable yet natural-looking improvement, helping the face appear fresher and more balanced. During hyaluronic acid wrinkle treatment in Berlin, moderate to deep folds can be softened and volume restored to selected areas.
Unlike Botox injections, hyaluronic acid fillers are primarily used to soften lines and folds caused by age-related loss of elasticity and reduced connective-tissue support. The cost of hyaluronic acid treatment depends both on the amount of product required and on the area being treated. Different formulations are used for different indications, which is also reflected in the price.
The final cost may vary slightly according to your individual anatomy and treatment requirements. Hyaluronic acid fillers can also be combined with Botox. My team and I will be pleased to discuss the available hyaluronic acid treatments with you in detail at our Berlin practice.
How Long Do the Results Last?
The effect of hyaluronic acid treatment is usually visible immediately, although the final result becomes clearer once any swelling has subsided. Depending on the product used, the treatment area and individual metabolism, results typically last for around 6 to 12 months. Treatment can then be repeated if appropriate.
Cost of Hyaluronic Acid Treatment in Berlin
The cost of hyaluronic acid treatment varies according to the extent of treatment and the products required, so it cannot be quoted as a single fixed price. When choosing your doctor, experience and medical qualifications should take precedence over price. At my Berlin practice, I will advise you carefully so that we can select an appropriate treatment based on your anatomy and preferences.
Different Uses of Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is a highly versatile option for wrinkle treatment. It can be used to soften lines, replace lost volume, define contours and reshape the lips. Hyaluronic acid fillers are used primarily on the face, although selected areas elsewhere on the body may also be treated. Unlike botulinum toxin, hyaluronic acid filler produces an immediate volumising effect, although the final result is assessed after swelling has settled.
Common treatment areas
- Nasolabial folds
- Tear troughs
- Marionette lines
- Lip contours
- Lip augmentation
- Smoker’s lines around the lips
- Depressed scars
- Hollow cheeks
- Flattened cheekbones
- Facial contouring and lifting
- Jawline definition
- Chin creases
- Lip lines
What Happens During Hyaluronic Acid Treatment in Berlin?
Hyaluronic acid fillers can be used in many areas and are sometimes combined with Botox as part of a broader approach to facial ageing. A younger face typically has a more pronounced V-shaped contour from the cheekbones towards the chin; with age, this shape may become less defined as facial tissues descend and volume is redistributed. Restoring cheek support can help create a fresher appearance. Ageing also commonly causes fat to shift or diminish where the eye socket meets the cheek. Modern wrinkle and volume treatments therefore consider the face as a whole rather than treating each individual area in isolation.
These changes can create tear troughs, which may make the face look tired. Where appropriate, I use a long, blunt-tipped cannula to place filler from the cheekbone towards the affected eye area. This technique may reduce tissue trauma and the likelihood of bruising, although bruising cannot be ruled out entirely.
My team and I will discuss the available options and recommend a treatment plan based on your anatomy and aims. This allows us to identify an appropriate hyaluronic acid treatment for you at our Berlin practice.
Less Product, More Natural Results
Unfortunately, some providers still approach hyaluronic acid treatment on the assumption that more product must produce a better result, administering numerous injections in a single session. This can lead to overfilling: hyaluronic acid gradually binds water, so the treated area may continue to increase in volume after injection. Excessive or poorly placed filler can cause distorted facial contours, swollen-looking lips and an unnatural, mask-like appearance. I actively oppose this approach and advocate careful, conservative and medically responsible use of hyaluronic acid.
With more than seven years’ experience in plastic surgery, I use carefully placed injections to improve facial definition and restore volume while preserving a natural appearance. At my practice, your treatment is performed with professional care, sound judgement and close attention to safety.
Different Hyaluronic Acid Products
I use different types of hyaluronic acid filler at my Berlin practice, selected according to the treatment area, intended effect and method of application. The gels vary in density, elasticity and lifting capacity and may also be used in combination. A softer product may be chosen to smooth fine lines, for example, whilst a firmer gel can provide structural support when treating nasolabial folds, defining the lips or creating the desired lifting effect. I advise all patients against having permanent fillers such as Aquamid injected by unqualified providers. Such products can be associated with chronic inflammation and long-term complications.
Aftercare: What to Consider Following Treatment
You can usually return to your normal routine immediately after a hyaluronic acid injection, although mild swelling may occur in the treated areas. If required, cool the area gently with a cloth dampened with cold water. Avoid placing frozen items or cold packs directly on your skin. If you use a cold pack, wrap it in a tea towel first. Excessive cooling can trigger increased blood flow as the skin rewarms and may encourage bruising.
You can usually return to your normal routine immediately after a hyaluronic acid injection, although mild swelling may occur in the treated areas. If required, cool the area gently with a cloth dampened with cold water. Avoid placing frozen items or cold packs directly on your skin. If you use a cold pack, wrap it in a tea towel first. Excessive cooling can trigger increased blood flow as the skin rewarms and may encourage bruising.
Do not apply make-up during the first few hours. Avoid hot showers or baths for up to 48 hours after treatment, as well as strenuous activity during this period. You can generally resume exercise after around three days, but should avoid saunas and sunbathing for approximately two weeks. Whatever the season, apply a high-SPF sunscreen when you first go outdoors to help reduce the risk of pigmentation changes.
If your lips have been treated with hyaluronic acid, avoid smoking and consuming hot food or drinks for four hours afterwards. Avoid kissing for the first 24 hours to minimise unnecessary infection risk. From the third day, once swelling has subsided, gentle massage may be recommended to help smooth small nodules and distribute the product more evenly; only do this if specifically advised. Staying well hydrated is also recommended.
Dottore Caletti and the team will be pleased to advise you personally about hyaluronic acid treatment at our Berlin practice. Modern plastic and aesthetic medicine offers several non-surgical options for softening lines, restoring volume and improving skin contours without a scalpel.