INJECTABLES · SMART AESTHETICS, DUBAI
Dermal Fillers in Dubai
Restore volume. Enhance contour.
Hyaluronic acid gels that restore volume and contour — assessed and delivered under DHA-licensed medical supervision at Smart Care Polyclinic, Deira.
- Volume
- Contour
- Natural look
What is Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are hyaluronic acid gels of varying thickness placed under the skin to replace lost volume or define a contour. Different products behave differently — a soft gel for lips is not the product used to support a cheek — and choosing correctly matters more than the brand name.
Hyaluronic acid fillers can be dissolved with hyaluronidase, which is a meaningful safety advantage over permanent alternatives.
The range used here is Aliaxin, made by IBSA in Italy — one family of hyaluronic acid gels produced at different molecular weights, which is what decides how firm each one is and therefore where it belongs. Which of the six goes where is set out below.
It is worth knowing what actually goes wrong. A meta-analysis of 19 randomised trials found swelling, lumps and firmness were significantly more common at the nasolabial fold than at the midface, lips or perioral area, while pain, bruising and redness did not differ by site.1 Where you are treated changes the risks, which is why the consent conversation is site by site.
On longevity, a meta-analysis of 12 trials and 908 patients found no significant difference in effectiveness 24 months after injection between hyaluronic acid with lidocaine and hyaluronic acid alone.2 The lidocaine makes the injection considerably more comfortable — it does not make the result last longer.
THE RANGE WE USE
We use Aliaxin
Every filler in this clinic comes from the Aliaxin range, made by IBSA in Italy. One family, six gels produced at different molecular weights — so the product is chosen to suit the site, rather than the site being made to fit whatever happens to be in the drawer.
Choose an area — on the face or from the list — and it will show which of the six goes there, and what that one is for.
A guide to how the range is used, not a plan for your face. What you need, how much, and whether a filler is the right answer at all is decided at the consultation.
The six, side by side
| Product | What it does | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| SVSuperior Volume | The heaviest of the range. For augmenting cheeks, cheekbones and facial contour, and for filling very deep folds. | Cheekbones · Chin · Jawline |
| EVEssential Volume | Rebuilds facial volume where it has been lost — cheeks, cheekbones and chin — and fills depressions left by wrinkles or scarring. | Temples · Cheekbones · Cheeks · Chin · Jawline |
| GPGlobal Performance | The everyday corrector, for the commonest folds and lines — nasolabial folds, marionette lines and the frown area. | Frown area · Nose-to-mouth folds · Marionette lines |
| SRShape & Restore | Placed in the middle layer of the skin rather than deep, to restore shape and tone across an area rather than add bulk. | Forehead · Temples · Cheeks |
| LVLip Volume | Adds volume to the body of the lip, with the stated aim of keeping the result natural. | Lips |
| FLLip Contour | Defines the lip border and softens the fine lines around the mouth. A different job from adding volume. | Lips |
How it works
After mapping the area, the filler is placed at a specific depth using a needle or a blunt cannula, depending on the site and the risk of bruising. The gel gives immediate structure and also attracts water, so the final result settles as swelling resolves. Work is usually staged across appointments rather than done all at once, because it is far easier to add than to take away.
How it works, in a picture
Who performs this
Every plan starts with a consultation. Which clinician you see depends on availability and on what the assessment finds.
Benefits
Treatment areas
- Cheeks
- Lips
- Nasolabial folds
- Chin
- Jawline
- Temples
Pricing
All prices in UAE dirhamsIncludes a free consultation with the treating clinician, who advises on suitability before any treatment. Prices are fixed and confirmed at your visit; the doctor recommends only what suits you. All prices are exclusive of 5% VAT. Pay in instalments with Tabby or Tamara.
Expected results
You will see a change on the day, though swelling means the honest assessment comes at two weeks. Longevity depends on the product and the area — roughly six to twelve months for lips and up to eighteen months for structural areas like cheeks and jawline. A meta-analysis of 12 randomised trials and 908 patients found no significant difference in effectiveness 24 months after injection between hyaluronic acid with lidocaine and hyaluronic acid alone — the lidocaine makes the injection considerably more comfortable, not the result better.2
Who it may suit
Ideal for
- Volume loss in the cheeks, lips or temples
- Defining the jawline or chin
- Softening deep folds such as nasolabial lines
- A visible change on the day, which can be dissolved if needed
Not suitable if
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- An active infection or cold sore in the area
- Skin quality or laxity as the main concern — skin boosters suit that better
- An event in the next two weeks, while swelling settles
Dermal Fillers results timeline
Typical timings — everyone responds a little differently, and your doctor will tailor the plan.
- On the day
A visible change straight away, with some swelling — lips swell the most.
- Days 2–3
Swelling settles. Any bruising can take up to a week.
- 2 weeks
The honest assessment, and a review if a small top-up is needed.
- 6–12 months
How long lips typically last.
- Up to 18 months
How long structural areas such as cheeks and jawline can last.
Side effects & aftercare
Individual responses vary — the team explains everything before treatment and is one message away after it.
- Swelling for two to three days is normal, and lips swell more than anywhere else.
- Bruising is possible and can last up to a week; arnica and cool compresses help.
- Avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol, saunas and facial treatments for forty-eight hours.
- Seek help the same day for severe or increasing pain, skin that turns pale or dusky, or any change in vision — these are rare but urgent.
Frequently asked questions
It should not, if the plan is conservative and staged. Overfilled results usually come from treating too much in one sitting. Building gradually across appointments is slower and gives a far better outcome.
Yes. Hyaluronic acid fillers can be dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase, usually within a day or two. This is a key reason the clinic uses HA-based products rather than permanent ones.
Lips swell noticeably for the first forty-eight hours. Most people are comfortable in public by day three, and the settled result is visible at around two weeks.
Yes — rarely, filler can obstruct a blood vessel, which needs immediate treatment. It is uncommon, it is why anatomy and technique matter, and it is why you are given a direct number to call rather than an inbox.
References
- Colon J, Mirkin S, Hardigan P, Elias MJ, Jacobs RJ. Adverse Events Reported From Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Filler Injections to the Facial Region: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Cureus. 2023;15(4):e38286. PMID 37261136. doi:10.7759/cureus.38286A meta-analysis of adverse events after hyaluronic acid filler injection — the basis for what a consent conversation should cover.
- Wang C, Luan S, Panayi AC, Xin M, Mi B, Luan J. Effectiveness and Safety of Hyaluronic Acid Gel with Lidocaine for the Treatment of Nasolabial Folds: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. 2018;42(4):1104-1110. PMID 29740661. doi:10.1007/s00266-018-1149-3A meta-analysis of hyaluronic acid gel for nasolabial folds — evidence that the correction works and roughly how long it holds.
Sources are listed for the specific statements they support. They are published research and guidance, not a substitute for a consultation — what applies to you is decided by a doctor who has assessed you.
Clinical content reviewed by Smart Care Polyclinic, a DHA-licensed facility in Deira, Dubai. Treatments are delivered by DHA-licensed practitioners after a consultation.