Botox, Profhilo, Fillers & Polynucleotides: Find Your Best Fit

Understanding Your Skin and Aesthetic Goals

When it comes to achieving radiant, youthful skin, choosing the right treatment is essential. You and your skin have unique needs and concerns you want to address — whether its fine lines, loss of volume, hydration, or skin laxity — determine which approach will be most effective. Our guide explores four popular and powerful injectable aesthetic treatments: Botox, Profhilo, Dermal Fillers, and Polynucleotides.

Each treatment offers unique benefits for skin health, targeted rejuvenation, and aesthetic enhancement. This comprehensive overview will help you understand the purpose and strengths of each treatment, empowering you to make informed decisions based on your specific skin goals. Whether you’re looking for a quick boost or long-term transformation, this guide covers the essentials to help you find the perfect match for your skin’s needs.

How to Choose the Right Cosmetic Treatment?

When selecting a cosmetic treatment, it’s essential to consider factors like skin type, desired results, targeted treatment areas, and downtime. The right choice will align with your unique needs and goals, ensuring safe, effective, and satisfying results.

Key Considerations for Choosing a Treatment

1. Skin Type: Certain treatments, such as Polynucleotides and Profhilo, are more suitable for drier, thinner or tired skin. They help the texture and tone of our skin. Others, like Botox and Dermal Fillers, work well for most skin types and are used to address other concerns. Botox focuses on muscle relaxation to soften fine lines and wrinkles. Dermal fillers can help address deeper lines and age related loss of volume and help shape or define certain facial features.
2. Desired Results: Identifying whether your goal is wrinkle reduction, restoring volume or defining youthful features, improving skin quality, hydration or pigmentation, is key to guiding your decision:
   • For reducing wrinkles and smoothing skin, Botox is ideal.
   • To restore volume and contour, Dermal Fillers are most effective.
   • For help with hydration, skin quality and appearance, Profhilo or Polynucleotides can provide deep, natural-looking rejuvenation.
3. Treatment Areas: Each treatment works best in specific areas:
   • Botox targets expressive lines, such as forehead, frown (glabella) and smile lines (crow’s feet). They will also provide a marked improvement on resting lines dependent on how deep they are.
   • Dermal Fillers add volume, shape and definition to areas like the temples, cheeks, lips, and jawline.
   • Profhilo and Polynucleotides improve skin texture, tone and elasticity, particularly in the face, neck, and hands. They are great at plumping, hydrating and tightening up tired or lax skin. Polynucleotides are also fabulous for tackling other skin issues such as pigmentation or scarring.
4. Downtime and Maintenance: Consider how much downtime and maintenance you’re comfortable with. Botox typically involves minimal downtime, but may require regular upkeep every 3-6 months. Profhilo and Polynucleotides may have longer-lasting effects but involve an initial series of treatments( 2 or 3 respectively) after which the results can be seen. Maintenance treatments every 6 months to achieve and maintain optimal results. With Dermal Filler, results are seen straight away and results last from 12-18 months.,

Addressing Specific Skin Concerns

1. Fine lines and Wrinkles: For smoothing dynamic wrinkles caused by muscle movements, Botox is the go-to treatment.
2. Loss of Volume or Definition: Dermal Fillers work well to restore volume and structure, particularly in areas like the cheeks, lips, and jawline.
3. Skin Quality: Hydration, Texture, Tone, Pigmentation: If your primary goal is improved skin quality; Profhilo or Polynucleotides are ideal options. These treatments regenerate and repair our skin by stimulating collagen production, cell repair and hydration leaving our skin feeling looking and feeling great.

Selecting the right treatment is about understanding your priorities and matching them with the realistic capabilities of each option. With these factors in mind, you’re one step closer to achieving your skin goals confidently.

Botox – smooth wrinkles and more

What is Botox?

Botox is a neuromodulator, meaning it works by temporarily relaxing the muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles, such as frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines. By inhibiting nerve signals to these muscles, Botox allows the skin to smooth out, reducing the appearance of fine lines and preventing them from deepening over time. It is also used for facial slimming, by relaxing the masseter muscle, leading to a more contoured face shape. Other medical benefits include helping with excessive sweating or jaw pain from teeth grinding, where the physical and psychological benefits can be such a relief!

Best For:

• Frown lines
• Crow’s feet
• Forehead wrinkles
• Bunny lines
• Gummy smile
• Facial slimming
• Medical uses include treatment for excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) and teeth grinding (bruxism).

Duration of Results:

Botox results typically last between 3 to 6 months, depending on factors like muscle activity, the area treated and the individual’s metabolism. Regular maintenance treatments are recommended to sustain the effects.

Pros & Cons:

Pros:

• Minimal downtime: Most people return to daily activities immediately after the procedure.
• Effective for preventing and reducing dynamic and resting wrinkles
• Quick results: Visible improvement within a few days to a week.

Cons:

• Requires treatments every few months to maintain the effect.
• Overuse or poor injection placement can lead to a “frozen” or an unwanted look you didn’t anticipate. That is why it is advisable to choose a trained and qualified professional to minimise this risk.

Side Effects & Recovery:

Mild swelling, bruising, or redness at the injection site can occasionally happen. These are usually minor and resolve within a few days and you can apply makeup to them if you do get one. Some patients may experience headaches or a temporary feeling of tightness in the treated areas. Serious complications are rare when performed by a qualified practitioner.

Profhilo: Hydration and Skin Lifting

What is Profhilo?

Profhilo is a unique skin booster treatment made from highly concentrated hyaluronic acid. Unlike traditional fillers, which add volume, Profhilo is designed to deeply hydrate and improve the skin’s tone and elasticity. It spreads evenly under the skin to stimulate collagen and elastin production, helping to lift and firm areas like the face, neck, and hands. The hyaluronic acid also draws water into skin, hydrating it, resulting in radiant skin with a natural healthy glow. This bio-remodelling effect creates a refreshed and youthful appearance without altering the natural shape or contours of the face.

Best For:

• Skin laxity (looseness or sagging)
• Dehydrated or dull/tired skin
• Overall skin rejuvenation, particularly on the face, neck, and hands
• Ideal for individuals looking for subtle, natural results that focus on improving skin quality rather than volume

Duration of Results:

Profhilo offers long-lasting results, with effects visible for up to 6 months after completing a course of treatments. Typically, two initial sessions are spaced a month apart. To maintain results, either one treatment every 3 months or two treatments every 6 months is recommended.

Pros & Cons:

Pros:

• Natural-looking results: Profhilo improves hydration, elasticity, and firmness without adding unnatural volume.
• Minimal downtime: Patients can resume most activities immediately after treatment.
• Improves skin texture and tone, making the skin look healthier and youthful.
• Improves hydration giving the skin a natural healthy glow and looking radiant.
• Minimal side effects to consider.

Cons:

• Results are not instant and take time to build: The initial improvements in hydration may be visible within a few days, but the noticeable gains in tone, texture and hydration are seen shortly after the second of the initial treatments.
• Requires follow-up sessions to maintain results.

Side Effects & Recovery:

Profhilo has minimal side effects, with mild swelling or bruising at the injection sites being the most common, which typically resolves within 24-48 hours. Some patients may experience slight redness or tenderness, but these effects are temporary. There is little to no downtime, making it a convenient option for busy individuals.

Dermal Fillers: Restoring Volume and Contouring

What are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are injectable treatments made primarily from hyaluronic acid or other biocompatible substances. Unlike Botox, which relaxes muscles, dermal fillers add volume and shape to areas that have lost structure due to ageing, such as the temples, cheeks and lips. Their unique chemical properties also make them ideal for restoring youthful features, such as defining cheekbones or jawlines. By replenishing lost volume they can also help soften deeper lines or folds, such as the tear troughs (under eye groove), nasolabial folds (nose to mouth lines) and marionette lines and jowls (mouth to jaw line).

Best For:

• Restoring volume in the temples, cheeks, chin, jawline and lips.
• Enhancing features, such as defining cheekbones, jawline or lip border.
• Filling deeper wrinkles or fold, such as nasolabial folds, Jowls or Marionette lines.
• Treating under-eye hollows or tear troughs.
• Sculpting the face for more symmetry and balance.

Duration of Results:

Results from dermal fillers typically last between 8 to 18 months, depending on the type of filler used, the treatment area, and individual factors such as metabolism and lifestyle. Thicker fillers used for deeper areas such as the cheeks or chin last longer, while thinner fillers used for areas such as lips tend to dissolve closer to the beginning of the range.

Pros & Cons:

Pros:

• Immediate results. You will see results when you leave!
• Versatile: The range of dermal fillers available, with their different properties help address volume loss, deep wrinkles, and facial contouring in various areas and different depths.
• Longer-lasting results compared to some other treatments.

Cons:

• Some areas, such as the lips, may need more frequent touch-ups due to quicker absorption of the filler.
• Potential side effects.

Side Effects & Recovery:

The most common side effects include mild swelling, bruising, or redness at the injection site, which usually subsides within a few days. In rare cases, lumps or bumps may form but are typically resolved through massage or follow-up treatments with your provider. Most people can resume their normal activities immediately after treatment, with minimal downtime. Dermal filler treatments require special training, detailed knowledge of the facial anatomy as well as an experienced, artistic eye to achieve good results. It is also important that no matter how rare potential complications are, you should be aware of them before carrying out treatments. Your practitioner should discuss them with you when and you should be confident they can manage them. This is why choosing a qualified, trustworthy professional is very important.

Polynucleotides: Regenerating and Repairing Skin

What are Polynucleotides?

Polynucleotides are cutting-edge, regenerative injectable treatments that stimulate our own DNA molecules, to rejuvenate skin at a cellular level. They have been used in the NHS for many years, utilising their regenerative properties to heal wounds and ulcers and now their properties are being used in aesthetics.

Unlike other treatments that focus on individual issues, such as fine lines, volume or hydration, polynucleotides provide an aesthetic tool to address them all and could well be the future of aesthetics. They stimulate skin repair, collagen production and elastin formation, leading to long-term improvement in skin texture, elasticity, and appearance. They are particularly effective in addressing skin texture, fine lines, skin pigmentation, scarring and areas of laxity, making them a powerful anti-ageing solution.

Best For:

• Improving skin elasticity and firmness.
• Stimulates skin cells: fibroblasts and melanocytes to help with skin laxity, texture, tone, thickness and appearance.
• Improvement in pigmentation, especially with dark circles under the eye.
• Minimising the appearance of scars and uneven skin texture.
• Deep skin hydration and regeneration for long-term results.
• Suitable for all areas, but especially in delicate areas with thin skin, such as the under-eye region, smokers lines around the mouth or lax skin on the neck.

Duration of Results:

Polynucleotides offer long-lasting results, with effects visible for up to 6 months after completing a course of 3 treatments. Typically, these initial 3 sessions are spaced 2-3 weeks apart, followed by one treatment at 6 monthly intervals to maintain the benefits.

Pros & Cons:

Pros:

• Long-term powerful skin regeneration and improvement, especially in skin elasticity and texture.
• Effective in reducing pigmentation, scars and signs of ageing, especially in delicate areas like under the eyes.
• Results improve gradually over time, providing a natural, youthful look.
• Minimal side effects

Cons:

• Results are not instant and take time to develop. At the same time, initial improvements can be seen. However, it is a natural regenerative process that takes time, so the full effect may only be seen a couple of weeks after the third initial treatment and requires patience.
• Some patients may prefer faster-acting treatments like Botox or dermal fillers if they seek immediate results.
• Three initial sessions are required to achieve optimal results and slightly more impactful downtime. Although the treatment still takes 1-2 days, you may want to consider planning treatments around work or social commitments for that day, more so than with other treatments.

Side Effects & Recovery:

Polynucleotides are well-tolerated, with minimal side effects. Some mild swelling, redness, or tenderness around the injection sites may occur but typically subsides within 24-48 hours.

Finding a Provider

Selecting the right practitioner for your Botox, Profhilo, Dermal Fillers or Polynucleotides treatment is essential. Located in Wimbledon, my clinic is ideally positioned for clients across the UK seeking specialised care. I’m easily accessible from Raynes Park, Kingston, Earlsfield, Wandsworth, Putney, Fulham and even as far as Surbiton, offering a blend of expert treatment and convenience.

When you search for “botox near me“, “profhilo near me“, “dermal fillers near me” or “polynucleotides near me“, consider not only the geographical convenience but also the clinic’s expertise and personal approach. With years of specialised experience, I am dedicated to providing personalised care that addresses your unique needs.

Book a Consultation

If you’re exploring options and seeking a trusted provider in London, I invite you to book a free consultation at my Wimbledon aesthetic clinic. Together, we’ll discuss your concerns, all the treatments with pros and cons, and how we can achieve the best possible results for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

To help you make an informed decision, I’ve answered some of the most common questions about Botox, Profhilo, Dermal Fillers, and Polynucleotides. From understanding results and downtime to combining treatments, this FAQ covers the essentials for each treatment option.

How long does each treatment take?

• Botox: Typically 10-15 minutes.
• Profhilo: Approximately 30 minutes.
• Dermal Fillers: Around 30-60 minutes, depending on the area treated.
• Polynucleotides: About 45 minutes.

When will I see the results, and how long do they last?

• Botox: Results appear within 5-14 days and last 3-6 months.
• Profhilo: Improvements are noticeable after 4 weeks, with optimal results after the second session; effects last 3-6 months.
• Dermal Fillers: Immediate results, effects last 8-18 months, depending on the filler type and area treated.
• Polynucleotides: Gradual improvements over several weeks, effects last 6-12 months.

Are the treatments painful?

Most treatments involve minimal discomfort. Topical anaesthetic cream or ice may be used to enhance comfort during the procedure.

What are the potential side effects?

Common side effects include mild swelling, redness, or bruising at the injection site, typically resolving within a few days. Rarely, allergic reactions or infections may occur.
Dermal Fillers and Botox have some very rare side effects. Despite their rarity, they are important enough for you to know about, and your practitioner should talk you through them.

Can these treatments be combined?

Yes, combining treatments can address multiple concerns simultaneously and produce fabulous, natural-looking results. For example, Botox can smooth dynamic wrinkles, while dermal fillers restore volume, and Profhilo and Polynucleotides address the quality and appearance of the skin. Consult with a qualified practitioner to develop a personalised treatment plan.

Is there any downtime after the procedures?

Generally, there is minimal to no downtime. Most individuals resume normal activities immediately, though avoiding strenuous exercise and excessive sun exposure for 24 hours post-treatment is advisable.

How do I choose the right practitioner?

Choosing a skilled and trustworthy practitioner is essential for safe, natural results. With over 20 years of medical experience, I combine advanced aesthetics training (Level 7, masters equivalent) with a commitment to personalised, subtle treatments that enhance your natural look. As a GMC-registered doctor and former surgeon, I uphold the highest standards in care, ethics, and hygiene, and you can be reassured you are in trustworthy hands!
Unlike high-street clinics, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Book a free consultation to discuss your goals and explore tailored treatment options.

Ready to Discover Your Ideal Treatment?

Choosing the right aesthetic treatment can be transformative for your skin’s health and appearance, but finding the best option requires understanding each treatment’s unique benefits. Whether you’re looking to smooth wrinkles with Botox, restore volume with Dermal Fillers, rejuvenate your skin with Profhilo, or promote deep regeneration with Polynucleotides, each treatment offers a path to achieve your aesthetic goals.

As a GMC-registered doctor with over 20 years of experience, I provide safe, effective, and personalised care tailored to each individual. I’m here to guide you through your options and recommend the best approach for your unique needs.
Book a free consultation to discuss your goals and start your journey to a naturally enhanced, confident you.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any further questions or want personalised advice tailored to your specific needs. Consider booking a consultation to discuss your treatment plan and any concerns. If you’ve found this guide helpful, please share it with friends or on social media, and don’t hesitate to leave comments or questions below.

Warm regards,

Dr Suresh Mohan