Volume Enhancing

what are volume enhancing treatments ...

With age, the face can naturally lose some of its underlying support. Volume-enhancing treatments aim to restore or add fullness where it’s desired. Patients often seek volume in areas such as the cheeks, lips, and chin. The amount of augmentation can be tailored to your circumstances and wants.

types of volume enhancing treatments ...

At Me Clinic, volume enhancement may involve a range of injectable and regenerative options, selected based on your anatomy and goals. Treatment plans are individualised to maintain facial proportions and avoid overcorrection. Common approaches include:

  • Dermal Fillers: To restore volume in areas such as cheeks, temples, jawline, and lips
  • Bio-Stimulators: To improve skin structure and collagen support over time
  • Regenerative Injectables: To enhance skin quality and tissue health
  • Combination Treatments: Integrating multiple techniques for balanced, natural results

benefits ...

Volume enhancing treatments focus on subtle restoration rather than dramatic change. Benefits of volume enhancing treatments include:

  • Restoration of lost facial volume and improvement of natural contours
  • Improved facial balance and proportions
  • Softening of folds and hollows caused by volume loss
  • Enhanced facial structure and definition
  • Refreshed, well-rested appearance
  • Natural-looking outcomes when carefully planned and placed
  • Tailored treatment based on individual facial anatomy

how many treatments will I need ...

Many patients start with a single session, while others benefit from a staged approach to build volume gradually and keep results natural. The goal is to maintain balance over time, not to constantly increase volume.

A typical plan may include:

  • An initial treatment, followed by a review once the area has settled (often around 2 weeks for swelling to settle and shape to refine)
  • Maintenance appointments tailored to your results and goals (commonly every 6–18 months, depending on the area and how long your result lasts)

how long do results last ...

Longevity depends on the area treated, how your body responds, and your individual anatomy. Your practitioner can give a more accurate estimate after assessing your goals, anatomy, and treatment plan. As a general guide:

  • Lip volume enhancement often lasts around 6–12 months (sometimes longer, sometimes shorter)
  • Cheek and structural support areas are often around 12–18 months
  • Some areas and treatment plans may last up to around 24 months in some patients

is there any downtime ...

Volume enhancing treatments are minimally invasive and generally well-tolerated. Most patients return to normal daily activities shortly after treatment. Final results continue to refine as swelling settles, typically over one to two weeks, depending on the areas treated and products used.

Your practitioner will discuss expected recovery times and aftercare as part of your personalised treatment plan.

Common post-treatment effects may include:

  • Mild swelling or redness at injection sites
  • Possible bruising for several days
  • Temporary tenderness or firmness in treated areas

Your appointment begins with a consultation and facial assessment to confirm suitability and design a personalised plan. This includes discussing your goals, facial proportions, and what outcomes may be realistic for your anatomy, along with potential risks and aftercare.

If you’re suitable and would like to proceed, treatment can often be performed during the same appointment. If you prefer not to proceed on the day, your treatment can be booked for a later date.

A GP referral is not required for this treatment.

Some changes may be noticeable immediately, but swelling can temporarily affect shape and symmetry. Most people see a more reliable ‘settled’ result as the area refines over 1–2 weeks.

As with any treatment, volume-enhancing treatments involve potential risks. During your consultation, your practitioner will discuss possible risks and complications as part of the informed consent process. Visit our Risks and Complications page for more information.

Fees vary depending on the area(s) treated and the amount of product or support required to achieve a balanced result. A personalised quote is provided after your assessment.

FAQs ...

The aim is a natural result that suits your facial proportions. Treatment can be planned conservatively and built gradually if needed.

Cheek volume enhancement is often about restoring mid-face support and contour, while lip volume enhancement focuses on lip shape, proportion, and fullness. The best approach depends on your anatomy and goals.

It can help when folds are driven by reduced facial support or shadowing from volume loss. Results vary, and deeper lines may need a combined approach depending on what’s causing them.

Many people return to work the same day or the next day, depending on their role. If you bruise easily or have an important event, plan a short buffer in case swelling or bruising is noticeable.

Mild swelling is common, and bruising can happen, especially in more delicate areas. These effects usually settle over several days, with refinement continuing over 1–2 weeks.

Often around 6–12 months, but it varies between individuals. Your practitioner can estimate longevity based on your plan and how your body responds.

Yes, some patients choose a combined plan if they have both expression lines and volume-related changes. Your practitioner will advise what’s appropriate based on your assessment.

Yes, many patients prefer a staged approach to keep results subtle and reduce the risk of overcorrection. This can be discussed during your consultation.

If you’re suitable and would like to proceed, treatment can often be performed during the same appointment. If you prefer not to, it can be booked for a later date.

why choose me clinic ...

With over 35 years of experience in plastic surgery, aesthetic cosmetic medicine, and skin rejuvenation, Me Clinic is built around a simple priority: patient-first care.

We take time to understand you as an individual and curate an approach that feels meaningful and appropriate for your needs. We listen, we care, and we support you through your journey — from consultation through to aftercare.

Our team of Cosmetic and Aesthetic Practitioners can advise on suitable options to address your concerns. In an ever-evolving field, we focus on evidence-informed care and contemporary treatment options, with suitability always assessed on an individual basis.

Practitioners who perform volume enhancing treatments at Me Clinic …

Book your volume enhancing consultation ...

If you are considering a volume enhancing treatment, a consultation with one of Me Clinic’s trusted practitioners is your opportunity to discuss your concerns, learn about suitable options, and understand what your personalised plan may involve.

Depending on the treatment and your suitability, the procedure may be performed on the day or booked for a later appointment. To begin your journey, call 1300 852 050 or enquire via our contact form.

We look forward to hearing from you soon and answering any further questions you may have.

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