TWEAKMENT
Full Face Rejuvenation
In this week’s “”Tweak of the Week,”” Alice Hart-Davis visits the Re-enhance Clinic in Cheshire, where Dr. Martin Kinsella performs a full face enhancement using Ellansé, a longer-lasting filler. The procedure aims to restore volume and rejuvenate the face through multiple injections.
What is Ellansé?
Composition: Unlike traditional hyaluronic acid fillers, Ellansé is made with polycaprolactone (PCL) microspheres suspended in a carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) gel.
Dual Action: Provides immediate volume and stimulates collagen production for longer-lasting results.
Longevity: Effects can last from one to four years, depending on the specific product used.
Procedure Details
Patient Assessment: Tracy is identified as a suitable candidate due to volume loss in her cheeks, jawline, and temples.
Temples: The first injections are placed in the temples to restore volume and lift the upper face.
Cheeks: A cannula is used to inject the filler deep under the muscle onto the bone, enhancing the mid-face and providing a natural lift.
Jawline: Injections are placed at the back and along the jawline to redefine and contour the lower face.
Chin: The final injections are placed in the chin to create a rounded and youthful appearance.
Patient Experience
Comfort: Tracy reports the procedure as mostly painless, with only slight discomfort in the jaw area.
Sensations: Describes the feeling as a pushing and pulling sensation, with some crackling sounds.
Results: Immediate improvement in facial fullness and contour, with expectations of further enhancement over the next few months.
Expected Results
Immediate Effect: Initial fullness and lift are visible right after the procedure.
Long-Term Benefits: Continued improvement over three months as collagen production is stimulated, leading to more natural and lasting results.
Conclusion
Ellansé offers a comprehensive solution for full face rejuvenation, combining immediate volumizing effects with long-term collagen stimulation. The procedure, though involving multiple injections, is well-tolerated and provides significant improvements in facial contours and overall youthful appearance.
