Dermal Fillers - The Natural Solution

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Dermal fillers consist primarily of Hyaluronic Acid (HA), a naturally occurring sugar in the body. HA plays various essential roles in our body, including its ability to "plump" areas by attracting and retaining water. It is naturally present in our skin, eyes, and joints. When introduced into the body, HA quickly attracts water, providing a plumping effect.

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Cushions For Feet - Relieving High-Heel Pain

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The ever-evolving fashion world has brought forth various shoe styles, many of which have high heels. Unfortunately, higher heel heights place more pressure on the balls of our feet, leading to aching or burning pain known as

 

"stiletto-tarsalgia."

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To address this issue, dermal fillers can be injected into precise areas of the foot to offer cushioning when wearing high-heeled shoes. Patients who have undergone this treatment report feeling like they're "walking on pillows" and experience reduced pain while wearing heels. The procedure is relatively painless, with a local anaesthetic administered beforehand. However, this specialised cosmetic procedure is typically performed by experienced cosmetic podiatrists. The effects of dermal fillers in the feet generally last around 6-12 months.

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This procedure can significantly improve the lifestyle of individuals whose occupations involve prolonged wearing high-heeled shoes, such as lawyers, personal assistants, or receptionists. Additionally, those who have lost fatty padding on the balls of their feet due to repetitive trauma can benefit greatly from this treatment. Dermal fillers for the feet are suitable for anyone experiencing discomfort from wearing high heels.

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Potential Side Effects and Aftercare

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The entire procedure for dermal fillers in the feet takes approximately 1 to 1½ hours, and side effects are generally minimal and uncommon. Some possible side effects include infection, redness, and post-operative discomfort. As HA is a naturally occurring substance, the risks are generally low.

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Extending Aesthetic Solutions to the Feet

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Traditionally, aesthetic treatments involve products such as muscle relaxant injections and dermal filler injections to combat skin ageing, primarily on the face. However, medical aesthetics has advanced to utilise these treatments in other body areas, including the feet.

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Fillers For Corns/Callus - Alleviating Discomfort

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In addition to providing cushioning, dermal fillers can be used to treat corns, offering relief and preventing their recurrence. Corns are hardened skin formations that develop over bony prominences, such as toes and the balls of the feet, due to excessive pressure from walking patterns, improper footwear, trauma, or loss of protective fatty padding. Dermal fillers can be injected beneath the corns to reduce pain and provide additional padding to prevent their return.

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This procedure typically takes between 30 minutes to 1 hour, and the effects last for about 6-12 months. Similar to the cushioning treatment, a local anaesthetic is used to ensure a painless experience and potential side effects are rare.

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Maintenance and Long-Term Benefits

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As with dermal fillers used for facial aesthetics, occasional top-up treatments are recommended to maintain the desired effect. Overall, these dermal filler treatments offer promising solutions for foot comfort and pain relief, enhancing the overall well-being of individuals seeking relief from foot-related issues.

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