Hello and welcome to Lift Aesthetics Sydney! My name is Dr Elizabeth (Liz) Golez @drlizgolez, and I’m passionate about advocating all things women's health. My background is in general practice, obstetrics, and cosmetic medicine.
I’m so grateful to have experienced such a unique combination of health care practices. My journey has led me to a deep founded belief that optimal wellness is essential for every man and woman, which is why I opened Lift Aesthetics Sydney.
Today, I'm excited to help you understand more about the difference between biostimulating injectables and dermal fillers. Both are able to achieve skin rejuvenation and enhancement, each with their own distinct, transformative benefits.
Come and meet me at my brand-new clinic in Sydney’s Bondi Junction, where my caring team and I can help you on your journey towards wellness, and a flawless finish.
Q. What’s the difference between biostimulating injectables and dermal fillers?
In Australia there are different TGA approved products used for biostimulating injectables (collagen stimulators) and dermal fillers. Both utilise safe, prescription only medications, which are administered by a trusted Physician. Biostimulators are made of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), which is a non-toxic, biodegradable, synthetic material, that stimulates a natural anatomical response, resulting in long lasting, overall, skin rejuvenation. Dermal fillers are comprised of hyaluronic acid (HA) and calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) in a consistency appropriate for achieving instant augmentation to your facial shape and features. Product selection, placement, and dosage varies depending on individual considerations and desired outcomes. A comprehensive consultation is required, which will include a medical assessment and the issuing of a script.
Q. How do biostimulators work?
Biostimulators, also known as collagen stimulators, are made of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), which is a non-toxic, biodegradable, synthetic material that’s been safely used in medicine around the world for more than 40 years. When injected for cosmetic purposes, biostimulators reawaken your collagen, elastin, and skin forming proteins, triggering natural restorative processes for subtle, ongoing revitalisation.
Q. How do dermal fillers work?
Dermal fillers utilise hyaluronic acid (HA), a sugar that’s naturally found in the body, and calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA), a mineral and major component of bone, to replace volume loss and remodel facial features by injecting it into the treatment area to achieve desired results.
Q. What are the results from biostimulating injections?
Biostimulating injectables are an effective way to improve any area of your skin that’s experiencing the common signs of ageing. They’re a sound choice for treating areas where your skin isn’t supported by fat or muscle, compromising its integrity more quickly than other areas, like your neck, decolletage, and hands. Over time you’ll notice your skin becoming stronger, gradually combating laxity, translucency, and overall integrity.
Q. What are the results from dermal fillers?
Dermal fillers are able to smooth expression lines, fill deep set wrinkles, address scarring (including acne scarring), replace volume loss, augment facial shapes, and enhance facial features in a safe and controlled way. This type of injectable treatment is a popular choice for cheek and lip enhancement, jawline definition, and facial slimming. Advanced techniques utilise dermal fillers to achieve non-surgical blepharoplasty (eye rejuvenation), rhinoplasty (nose augmentation), and earlobe repair.
Q. How long does it take for biostimulating injectables to take effect?
Results from biostimulating injectables aren’t immediate, given the nature of the treatment being to ignite your body’s own natural fibroblast production, which occurs gradually over time. Your Physician will be able to talk you through the process as you go and indicate the results you should expect to see and when.
Q. How long does it take for dermal filler injections to take effect?
Dermal filler injections offer instant results. You’ll love the immediacy of this treatment, and ability to collaborate with your Physician to refine your desired outcomes during your procedure (keeping in mind that initial swelling will subside, so the ultimate effects will be slightly more subtle than what you see in the moment).
Q. How long will the results from my biostimulating injections last?
Biostimulating injections are usually administered in multiple sessions (between one and three treatments spaced four weeks apart), depending on your initial skin concerns, target areas, and desired outcomes. Results of biostimulating injections can last up to two years, and many patients maintain this with annual treatment sessions. Permanency of your results can be more specifically indicated during your consultation, along with which other skin modalities will best compliment, personalise, and optimise your outcomes.
Q. How long will the results from my dermal filler injections last?
Dermal fillers achieve desired outcomes within one treatment session in most cases. Results vary, depending on the area being treated and the product being used, with most patients experiencing longevity of between 6 and 18 months. Certain procedures, like lip fillers, won’t last as long as other areas, like chin fillers, because the product will metabolise more quickly. Permanency of your results can be more specifically indicated during your consultation, along with which other skin modalities will best compliment, personalise, and optimise your outcomes.
Q. How long does a biostimulator treatment take to have done?
Biostimulator treatments are minimally invasive and relatively quick, depending on the area you’re having treated. Commencing with cleansing, disinfecting, and numbing the area, the product is administered with a needle and gently massaged. Time is allowed for short breaks if needed, to help manage any discomfort you might feel. In most cases, your procedure will take less than an hour, and timing will be more specifically indicated during your consultation.
Q. How long does a dermal filler treatment take to have done?
Dermal filler treatments are minimally invasive and relatively quick, depending on the area you’re having treated. Commencing with cleansing, disinfecting, and numbing the area, the product is administered with either a needle or cannula until your desired results are achieved. Time is allowed for short breaks if needed, to help manage any discomfort you might feel. Some areas on the face are more sensitive, and some techniques more involved than others, so treatment time can vary. In most cases, your procedure will take less than an hour, and timing will be more specifically indicated during your consultation.
Q. Are biostimulating injections painful?
Lift Aesthetics Sydney will work with you to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible during your procedure. We offer prescription grade numbing cream and other methods of pain relief to assist with any anxiety or discomfort you may feel during treatment.
Q. Are dermal filler injections painful?
Lift Aesthetics Sydney will work with you to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible during your procedure. We offer prescription grade numbing cream and other methods of pain relief to assist with any anxiety or discomfort you may feel during treatment.
Q. How old do I need to be to have biostimulators?
Lift Aesthetics Sydney provide biostimulators for patients who are 18 years old and above.
Q. How old do I need to be to have dermal fillers?
Lift Aesthetics Sydney provide dermal fillers for patients who are 18 years old and above.
Q. What do I need to keep in mind after having biostimulators?
Immediately after having biostimulators, you’ll be given aftercare instructions which are important to follow. Your injection sites must be kept clean to prevent the administered product from spreading and to evade infection. Refrain from strenuous exercise, face-down activities, saunas, sweating, and alcohol for the first 24 hours. Some medications, excessive sun exposure, certain facial products, and aesthetic treatments should be avoided for up to 2 weeks.
Q. What do I need to keep in mind after having dermal fillers?
Immediately after having dermal fillers, you’ll be given aftercare instructions which are important to follow. Your injection sites must be kept clean to prevent the administered product from spreading and to evade infection. Refrain from strenuous exercise, face-down activities, saunas, sweating, and alcohol for the first 24 hours. Some medications, excessive sun exposure, certain facial products, and aesthetic treatments should be avoided for up to 2 weeks.
Q. Are there contra-indications that would stop me from having biostimulating injectables?
If you’re pregnant, breast feeding, or have any type of bleeding disorder, biostimulating injectables might not be the safest way for you to achieve the results you’re after. Rest assured, there are usually several suitable alternatives which will be discussed during your consultation.
Q. Are there contra-indications that would stop me from dermal fillers?
If you’re pregnant, breast feeding, have an allergy to lidocaine or an autoimmune disease, dermal fillers might not be the safest way for you to achieve the results you’re after. Rest assured, there are usually several suitable alternatives which will be discussed during your consultation.
Q. What are the side effects after a biostimulating injectable treatment?
The most common side effects after a biostimulating injectable treatment are mild bruising, swelling, and redness at your injection site. Sometimes, you might be able to feel small bumps underneath your skin, which usually subside within 2 weeks. Side effects vary, and Lift Aesthetics Sydney will stay in touch with you after your procedure to ensure the very best care. Likewise, it’s important that you let us know if you’re experiencing any symptoms you’d like to talk about.
Q. What are the side effects after a dermal filler treatment?
The most common side effects after a dermal filler treatment are redness, tenderness, slight bruising, and possible itching at the injection sites, but these will reduce in a few hours to a day. There are very minimal long-term side-effects as the product is completely metabolised by the body over time, and the risk of allergic reaction is low due to the absence of any artificial chemicals. Side effects vary, and Lift Aesthetics Sydney will stay in touch with you after your procedure to ensure the very best care. Likewise, it’s important that you let us know if you’re experiencing any symptoms you’d like to talk about.
Q. What are the adverse reactions to look out for after having biostimulating injections?
Biostimulating injections have been deemed safe by the TGA, and when administered by an authorised, experienced Practitioner, you should expect no major or harmful side effects.
Adverse reactions to biostimulating injections are rare. Infrequent side effects include infection, and nodules. Extremely rare risks will be discussed during your consultation. If you experience any of these symptoms around the treatment area, please contact Lift Aesthetics Sydney immediately to schedule a review appointment.
Q. What are the adverse reactions to look out for after having dermal fillers?
Dermal fillers have been deemed safe by the TGA, and when administered by an authorised, experienced Practitioner, you should expect no major or harmful side effects. Adverse reactions to dermal fillers are rare, and less common complications include infection, vascular occlusion, and nodules. Extremely rare risks will be discussed during your consultation. If you experience any of these symptoms around the treatment area, please contact Lift Aesthetics Sydney immediately to schedule a review appointment.
Q. How can I be sure that biostimulator and dermal filler injections are right for me?
Come and see us for a consultation! We can talk more intimately about your specific concerns and goals, take a closer look at the areas you’d like to have treated, and explore some of the incredible before and after results experienced by other patients. Our brand-new clinic is in Sydney's Bondi Junction, with plenty of parking nearby and loads of great shopping and food options to keep you well looked after.
Lip Fillers Before and After by Lift Aesthetics Sydney
Lift Aesthetics Sydney understand that the way you feel about yourself directly relates to your overall wellbeing. Biostimulating injectables and dermal fillers offer two very different ways of achieving skin rejuvenation that will help you feel your best. Whether you want to enhance your lips, define your jawline, or address the signs of aging, biostimulating injectables and dermal fillers are both safe and effective options, each with their own distinct, transformative benefits.
Book a consultation to discuss which of these treatment options is most suitable for you and commence your journey towards feeling your best!
