Everything you need to know about non-surgical facial balancing

Non-invasive cosmetic procedures have skyrocketed over the past couple of years, and facial balancing using dermal fillers has been a big part of that. If you’ve been thinking that facial symmetry can only be achieved through surgery, think again! Dermal fillers are a non-invasive option to improve your facial harmony. Best of all, you can enjoy the beautiful benefits in a matter of minutes. Treatment can be carried out in the same timeframe as a lunch break and is a great alternative for those who are interested in non-surgical facial enhancement.

What is non-surgical facial balancing?

Facial balancing is a non-surgical cosmetic treatment that helps to balance andenhance an individual’s facial profile through the use of dermal fillers. Ratherthan altering only specific facial features, such as the lips or cheeks, thistreatment takes into account an overall view of your face, considering theproportions of the nose, forehead, cheeks, lips, chin, and jawline based ongeometric facial aesthetic ideals. When you look into the mirror, you probablyfocus on certain features, perhaps your nose, cheeks, or chin. But have you evertaken a closer look at how each of your facial features actually complementseach other to enhance your overall appearance? This relationship is known asfacial balance and it’s often considered to be the essence of what is perceivedas true beauty. In fact, several studies on facial attractiveness have foundthat facial symmetry is considered the most important element in the perceptionof facial attractiveness. Symmetrical facial features provide anaesthetically-pleasing balance to your entire face, making you appear more“beautiful.” Fortunately, facial balance can be easily achieved with minimaldowntime using dermal fillers here at the Polyclinic Plastic Surgery andAesthetic Center in Seattle, Washington.

Who is a candidate for facial balancing and what are the benefits?

Facial balancing is a completely individualized treatment that can work foranyone who is looking to improve or enhance their facial profile. Ourexperienced Aesthetic Practitioners, Darcy and Brigid, have a thoroughunderstanding of facial anatomy that enables them to ensure harmonious balanceto each unique face. Whether used to restore lost volume or sculpt your facialcontours, dermal fillers can give you a more youthful, refreshed appearancewhile enhancing the aesthetic balance among all of your facial features. Dermalfillers have become a sought-after alternative to surgery for their manybenefits, which can include:

• Creating alignment among the chin, nose, and forehead
• Filling in depressions beneath the eyes and cheeks
• Adding volume to hollowed, sagging, or disproportionate areas of the face
• Bringing definition to the cheeks
• Correcting the size, shape, or overall appearance of the nose
• Adding dimension to a small or receding chin
• Plumping up and adding definition to thin lips
• Creating overall facial harmony

How much downtime does facial balancing require?

Another big upside to facial balancing using dermal fillers is the fact that itrequires minimal downtime and results are visible immediately. While bruisingand swelling can happen, with a skilled, reputable practitioner it’s typicallyminimal and easily covered with makeup.

Balancing skill and artistry

Achieving the beauty of facial balance involves more than merely refining afeature or two. It requires the knowledge, experience, and aesthetic expertiseof a highly trained practitioner. Facial balancing with fillers can help bringyour features into proportion, enhancing your own natural beauty from everyangle. Our nurse injectors, Darcy and Brigid, possess the artistic eye andprofessional expertise to help you enhance your facial proportions withattractive and natural-looking results. The possibilities of facial balancingare endless, enabling you to create the profile you’ve always wanted! If you areready to start the new year off looking as great on the outside as you feel onthe inside, we invite you to call our Aesthetic Center today to schedule aconsultation or treatment. 206.860.5582.