Dermal Fillers: A Clinical Guide for UK Practitioners
Dermal fillers are injectable medical devices used by appropriately trained aesthetic practitioners within professional treatment plans. This guide explains the principal product characteristics practitioners may compare when selecting stock for a UK clinic.
Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers
Many dermal fillers contain cross-linked hyaluronic acid. Formulations vary in concentration, cross-linking technology, particle or gel structure, elasticity, cohesivity and the inclusion of lidocaine. Those differences affect handling characteristics and the anatomical areas for which the manufacturer intends each product.
Practitioners should assess each product individually rather than assuming that products within the same brand family are interchangeable. The current manufacturer instructions for use remain the primary source for indications, contraindications, storage and administration.
Choosing a dermal filler
Useful comparison points include:
- manufacturer and product range;
- gel technology and hyaluronic acid concentration;
- presentation, syringe volume and supplied needles;
- whether lidocaine is included;
- intended treatment area and injection plane stated by the manufacturer;
- storage requirements and expiry date; and
- product traceability and supporting documentation.
Clinical selection must follow patient assessment, the practitioner’s training and scope of practice, and the current information supplied with the specific device.
Leading dermal filler ranges
Longeva Pharma stocks established brands including Restylane, Juvéderm, Belotero, Radiesse, Sculptra, Stylage, Teosyal, Revolax and EPTQ. Availability varies by product and pack size.
Browse all professional dermal fillers or compare related skin boosters and polynucleotides.
Storage, traceability and delivery
Products should be stored and handled according to their individual manufacturer requirements. On receipt, clinics should inspect packaging, confirm the product and quantity, record batch and expiry information where appropriate, and follow their own stock-control procedures.
Eligible orders approved before 3pm Monday to Friday can be dispatched the same day for next-business-day UK delivery. Same-day collection is available from Rochdale, Greater Manchester, by prior arrangement.
Professional-use information
This guide is general commercial and product-selection information for professional users. It is not clinical training, prescribing advice or a substitute for manufacturer documentation, professional judgment or patient assessment.
To order restricted products, register for a professional account. For questions about supply, contact Longeva Pharma.