For many women, losing a significant amount of weight is a milestone – physically, emotionally, and mentally. But what’s rarely discussed is the aftermath it can have on the face. Hollow cheeks, sagging skin, loss of contour and definition are common side effects of a significant weight loss journey. For Tea, it was a reality she hadn’t anticipated.
Despite feeling healthier and more energised, she looked in the mirror and saw someone tired, drawn, and older than she felt. That’s when she turned to Dr Kate Aesthetics in Barnet, North London, for help. Through a carefully planned full-face rejuvenation with dermal fillers, Tea regained her facial balance, softness, and confidence. This is her story – and the medical science behind her transformation.
Check out her transformation here:
A Real Patient. A Real Transformation.
Tea’s weight loss journey was a personal triumph. But as the kilos melted away, so did the volume in her face. She described her reflection as “deflated.” Her cheeks appeared sunken, her jawline had lost structure, and the light in her eyes seemed dimmed by deepening tear troughs and lines.
What bothered her most wasn’t ageing – it was the mismatch between how she felt inside and what her face was communicating to the world. She didn’t want to look different. She just wanted to look at herself again.
At Dr Kate Aesthetics, we approached Tea’s concerns with a full-face strategy rooted in anatomy and natural harmony. Rather than ‘filling lines’, we focused on restoring the deeper foundation of the face-replacing lost fat pads, lifting the cheeks, and supporting the lower face with structural dermal fillers.
Over the course of her treatment, Tea’s face changed – but subtly. Her cheekbones regained height, her under-eye area softened, and the contour along her jawline reappeared. Her skin looked tighter, her expression brighter. The goal was never to make her look ‘done’. It was to realign her inner vibrancy with her outer appearance.
And it worked.
Tea shared her transformation on social media, crediting her results to Dr Kate Aesthetics and products from Vivacy, expertly placed using advanced injection techniques. Her comment spoke volumes: “I feel like myself again. Just more polished. It’s exactly what I needed after my weight loss.”
Her case isn’t unique. But her result? Bespoke, beautiful, and deeply personal.
Why Weight Loss Affects the Face
Fat loss doesn’t discriminate. As we shed fat from the body, we also lose subcutaneous fat from key areas of the face, especially the mid-face, temples, and around the mouth. That once-youthful fullness gives way to shadows, laxity, and changes in skin texture. These changes often mimic the signs of accelerated ageing, even in women still in their 30s or 40s.
This is where dermal filler treatments, designed for facial restoration, step in. They offer a medical solution for re-volumising without surgery.
What Is a Dermal Filler?
Dermal fillers are injectable gels made primarily of Hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring substance in the body that attracts water and adds volume. Modern fillers are engineered to integrate seamlessly into the tissue, mimicking fat or bone, depending on the area of application.
At Dr Kate Aesthetics, we use premium-grade dermal fillers by Vivacy, Teoxane, Restylane, Revanesse and Croma known for their durability, safety profile, and tissue-like feel. Each area of the face requires a different viscosity and technique-something only experienced medical injectors can assess and deliver safely.
How Long Does a Dermal Filler Last?
It depends on the area, the product, and individual metabolism. But as a general guide:
- Cheeks, jawline and chin: 12 to 18 months
- Lips and nasolabial folds: 6 to 12 months
- Under-eye (tear troughs): around 12 months
We always favour subtlety and regular review appointments to maintain natural results rather than overfilling.
How Long Does It Take for Dermal Fillers to Settle?
Initial swelling is common for a day or two. Bruising, if it occurs, usually fades within the first week. However, true settling-when the filler integrates fully and the tissues relax around it-can take up to two weeks.
That’s why we always book a follow-up appointment for Tea and every other patient we treat. We want to review, refine, and ensure the result is not just good-but exceptional.
Are Dermal Fillers Safe?
Absolutely, when administered by a trained and qualified medical professional. This is crucial. Dermal fillers are medical devices, and their misuse can lead to serious complications if anatomical safety is not prioritised.
Dr Kate Aesthetics is a doctor-led clinic and CQC-regulated, meaning your treatment is delivered with medical oversight, sterile protocol, and anatomical precision. We use blunt-tip cannulas in high-risk areas to minimise trauma and protect blood vessels.
What Is Better: Anti-wrinkle injections or Dermal Fillers?
Both serve different purposes.
- Anti-wrinkle injections (botulinum toxin) relaxes the muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles like forehead lines and crow’s feet.
- Dermal fillers, on the other hand, restore volume and enhance shape.
For Tea, Botox was not necessary. Her concerns stemmed from volume loss rather than expression lines. This is why we don’t recommend treatments based on trends-we base them on your anatomy and goals.
How Much Does Dermal Filler Cost in the UK?
Costs vary depending on the volume needed and the complexity of the treatment. At Dr Kate Aesthetics, treatments start from £300, with full face rejuvenation packages ranging between £900 and £2,500. Every plan is tailored and priced accordingly after a thorough consultation.
Tea’s treatment was a mid-tier package, using a combination of cheek, jawline, and perioral volume restoration-carefully balanced to maintain a natural look, even in motion.
Why Choose Dr Kate Aesthetics?
From Tea’s story to hundreds of others we’ve supported, our ethos remains the same: safe, subtle, and scientifically grounded aesthetics. Located at 108 Cockfosters Rd, Barnet, our clinic is known for full face rejuvenation that respects individuality and enhances confidence-never altering identity.
Dr Kate Aesthetics
108 Cockfosters Rd, Barnet, London, EN4 0DP
020 8419 8919
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