Dermal fillers are a useful tool for restoring any area of the face that needs reshaping. They belong to a huge (and ever-growing) group of injectable, biocompatible substances that smooth out deep lines, plump up folds and erase pitting from scars. Fillers do what they promise. Injected at various... read more

Why do some celebrities look like they’ve had too much filler? Because they have had too much filler! Some don’t even look like themselves any more, which somewhat defeats the purpose. Cheek augmentation at Cosmetic Doctor They may have a bit of a heavy hand in Hollywood. But here... read more

Soothing facial lines and wrinkles is an area of expertise at Cosmetic Doctor, and in order to find the right procedure, we need to identify the type of wrinkle before treating it appropriately. Basically, there are three types of wrinkles found on our face. Dynamic Lines Sometimes called ‘mimic... read more

No; it depends on the type and location of the wrinkles you’re concerned about. Facial lines that exist when your face is totally relaxed are not very good candidates for botox. These are called ‘static wrinkles’ meaning they exist whether you’re making a facial expression or not – they’re... read more

Many injectables take at least a few days to have a noticeable effect. Some of the most satisfying treatments for patients, however, are those that give instant results. Tear trough treatment is one such procedure. And at Cosmetic Doctor Dublin, we perform it for patients who are tired of... read more

Juvéderm Volbella is a dermal filler from the well-respected Juvéderm range. It’s used to treat delicate areas in the face, such as lips and the under-eye region (or ‘tear trough’). Volbella is formulated with Vycross technology, giving it a smooth and soft consistency. It differs from the other products... read more

One of the most obvious signs of ageing is changes to the thin skin in the area just under the eyes. Some people inherit genetic tendencies to dark circles or deformities in this area (known as the ‘tear trough’). Others develop them as a consequence of natural ageing. Dark... read more

Juvéderm Voluma dermal filler is one of the latest tools in the cosmetic doctor’s anti-ageing arsenal. It was created for patients who need help with lost facial volume, specifically in the region of the cheeks. Because it is smoother than other hyaluronic acid volumisers, Juvéderm Voluma is much easier... read more

The shape of the face does change as we get older. If you’re in your forties, you’ll certainly notice a difference in how your face looks now, compared to your thirties. Is it simply the inevitable drag of gravity tugging your features downwards? It’s about more than merely gravity.... read more

Firm skin and elasticity give us beautiful tone and texture. And well-placed fatty areas in our cheeks and mid-face make us look youthful. But as we age, the production of collagen and elastin that makes up the support network beneath the skin slows down. Getting older also causes the... read more