Aesthetic medicine techniques are increasingly replacing surgical procedures in facial enhancement.
Treatment plans have evolved to the point where an experienced physician can completely transform a face. Hyaluronic acid and Botox injections are the cornerstone of these procedures.
In some cases, just a few syringes of product are sufficient. However, depending on the patient's anatomy and the desired outcome, full-face treatments using ten to twenty syringes may be considered.
Facial enhancement techniques owe much to Brazilian plastic surgeon Mauricio di Maio, who developed the MD Codes and introduced a new approach to facial aesthetics.
Not all doctors offer this type of treatment, as it requires a trained eye for beauty and facial proportions, along with perfect technical mastery.
The pursuit of beauty and rejuvenation is a constant concern for many. Today, advanced facial enhancement solutions allow for the refinement of features without resorting to invasive surgical procedures. Thanks to modern techniques and innovative products, it is possible to achieve natural and harmonious results, enhancing self-confidence and overall well-being.
Any part of the face can be treated, but the most commonly targeted areas include :
• Cheekbones : adding volume to the cheekbones can refine the face and create a more youthful, sculpted appearance.
• Chin : a well-defined chin enhances facial structure, improving the jawline and symmetry.
• Jawline : contouring the jawline strengthens its definition, giving a more refined and harmonious appearance.
• Nose : enhancing the shape and symmetry of the nose through injections achieves a natural result without surgery.
• Temples and forehead : treating these areas helps balance facial proportions, particularly in cases of volume loss.
Facial contouring relies on various aesthetic medicine techniques, which can be combined for a comprehensive and harmonious result.
Hyaluronic acid is a key product for facial contouring. Its hydrating and volumizing properties restore or create volume, improve wrinkles, and soften features safely. It is commonly used for enhancing cheekbones, reshaping the chin, or accentuating the jawline. Hyaluronic acid provides immediate and natural results, with gradual absorption allowing for adjustments over time.
Sculptra is a bio-stimulating product made from poly-L-lactic acid, used to restore skin density and firmness by stimulating natural collagen production. It is particularly effective for progressive volume restoration, offering subtle yet long-lasting results. Sculptra is ideal for patients seeking natural improvement in skin texture and volume, especially in areas such as the temples, cheeks, and regions where the skin has lost density over time.
Botox is primarily used to relax muscles responsible for expression lines, but it also plays a role in facial contouring.
For instance, it can refine the face by targeting the masseter muscle in patients with a well-developed jawline, creating a softer and more elongated appearance.
When injected into the forehead, Botox lifts the eyebrows and opens up the eyes.
Medical contouring offers several advantages :
• Natural and subtle results : the goal is to enhance natural features with a discreet yet impactful transformation.
• Non-surgical approach : these techniques are non-invasive, requiring no incisions or prolonged recovery time.
• Customizable treatment : each procedure is tailored to the patient’s specific needs, ensuring a personalized approach.
• Immediate and long-lasting results : visible improvements from the first session, with optimal effects developing over a few weeks.
• Safe and adjustable : results can be modified over time to adapt to facial changes due to aging and the patient’s preferences.
A personalized consultation is conducted to assess the patient’s needs and expectations, analyze facial structure, and determine the most suitable injection technique.
Once the treatment plan is established, the targeted area is disinfected, and precise injections are performed according to the defined objectives, sculpting and harmonizing facial contours. Each product is injected at different depths and strategic points, depending on the desired volume and structure. The session typically lasts between 30 minutes and one hour, depending on the areas treated and techniques used.
After the injection, Dr. Romano provides post-treatment instructions to optimize results and minimize potential side effects, such as mild redness or swelling, which subside quickly. Patients can resume their normal activities immediately, with visible contouring effects from the first session. Results continue to improve over the following weeks.
The effects of facial contouring are immediate with hyaluronic acid, visible after one week with Botox, and gradually appear over a few months with Sculptra. The results typically last around one year. Patients notice a more defined, harmonious face with improved balance in their features.
Patients who undergo facial contouring report high satisfaction, appreciating the subtle yet noticeable enhancement of their features. Many highlight increased self-confidence and a rejuvenated appearance without looking "overdone." Reviews confirm the effectiveness and safety of contouring techniques, which deliver personalized, long-lasting, and natural-looking results.
Pour affiner le visage avec un contouring, il est possible d’utiliser des techniques de maquillage ou des traitements esthétiques comme les injections d’acide hyaluronique. Le maquillage consiste à jouer avec les ombres et les lumières pour sculpter les traits, tandis que les injections permettent de redéfinir durablement les contours du visage, notamment la mâchoire, les pommettes et le menton.
Un contouring efficace repose sur l’application de deux teintes :
• Un fard foncé pour creuser et affiner certaines zones (creux des joues, contour de la mâchoire, arêtes du nez).
• Un fard clair ou illuminateur pour mettre en avant les zones de lumière (haut des pommettes, arête du nez, centre du front, menton).
L’estompage est essentiel pour obtenir un résultat naturel et harmonieux.
Pour maintenir les résultats, il est recommandé :
• De prévoir des séances d’entretien tous les 12 à 18 mois.
• D’adopter une routine de soins hydratants pour prolonger l’effet volumateur.
• D’éviter l’exposition excessive au soleil et d’utiliser une protection solaire.
• De maintenir une bonne hygiène de vie (hydratation, alimentation équilibrée) pour optimiser la longévité du traitement.
Les injections d’acide hyaluronique offrent un résultat immédiat et naturel, sans chirurgie. La procédure est rapide, peu invasive et les suites sont généralement légères. L’acide hyaluronique permet également de personnaliser le traitement en ciblant précisément les zones à sculpter, avec des effets réversibles si nécessaire.
Oui, les résultats des injections d’acide hyaluronique sont réversibles. En cas de quantités trop importantes ou d’insatisfaction, l’enzyme hyaluronidase peut être injectée pour dissoudre le produit rapidement et en toute sécurité.
Absolument, le contouring par injections est parfaitement adapté aux hommes. Les zones les plus souvent traitées pour le contouring chez l’homme sont la mâchoire, le menton et les pommettes, cela permet de renforcer la structure du visage et définir les traits. Les résultats sont naturels et permettent de conserver la masculinité des traits.
The services described on this website apply to Swiss territory; there are differences between countries.
Contact
Dr Valeria Romano
Pl. du Molard 5, 1204 Geneva, Switzerland
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 6pm
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