Biofiller

How it works

Biofiller starts with a small blood draw. Your blood is processed to isolate the plasma, which is then carefully heated and cooled to create a smooth, gel-like consistency.

Biofiller starts with a small blood draw. Your blood is processed to isolate the plasma, similar to the preparation used for PRP. The plasma is then carefully heated and cooled to create a smooth, gel-like consistency.

The prepared biofiller is placed with small, precise injections to provide subtle volume and support in areas where rejuvenation is desired. Because it is made from your own plasma rather than traditional hyaluronic acid filler, results are designed to look soft and natural.

What to expect

1. Consultation & facial assessment: Sophie Gatward, NP, reviews your health history, medications and goals, then assesses your facial structure to determine whether biofiller is appropriate and plan a result that fits your features. She'll also explain the possible risks so you can make an informed choice.
2. Treatment day: A small amount of blood is drawn and processed to isolate your plasma. The plasma is then prepared into a smooth, gel-like consistency and placed with small, precise injections in the areas being treated.
3. Right after: You'll usually see some immediate volume along with swelling, redness or tenderness at the injection sites. Mild bruising can also occur, and the treated areas may initially look fuller or feel firmer than the final result.
4. Following days & weeks: Swelling and tenderness usually improve over the following days as the treated areas settle. Your result may continue to soften and change as the initial swelling resolves.
5. Follow-up & maintenance: Once everything has settled, Sophie can review your result with you if needed. Biofiller behaves differently from traditional hyaluronic acid filler, so results and longevity vary between individuals. Future treatments can be planned based on your response and goals.

Aftercare tips

• Follow the personalized instructions you receive at your appointment — they take priority over these general tips.
• Avoid touching, pressing on or massaging the treated area for the rest of the day, unless you've been told otherwise.
• A cool compress wrapped in a clean cloth, used gently for short periods, can help ease swelling.
• Skip strenuous exercise, saunas, hot tubs and alcohol for the first day or two, as they can add to swelling and bruising.
• Sleeping on your back with your head slightly raised for the first night or two may help reduce swelling.
• Keep the treated areas clean and avoid unnecessary pressure while they settle.

Possible side effects

• Swelling, redness, tenderness and bruising at the injection sites, which usually settle within a few days.
• Small bumps, firmness or slight unevenness may occur while the treated areas settle. Contact the clinic if a lump doesn't go away or new swelling appears later.
• Rare but serious: Vascular occlusion can occur if Biofiller blocks a blood vessel. Warning signs include severe or worsening pain, skin that turns pale, white, grey or dusky, or changes in vision — this needs urgent medical care.