Profhilo treatment in Thames Ditton

Profhilo and polynucleotides are both injectable treatments that improve skin quality, but they work through different mechanisms and suit different patient profiles.

Profhilo uses hyaluronic acid to deeply hydrate the tissue, remodel collagen and elastin, and restore a plumper, more lifted skin quality across the treated area. It produces a relatively quick improvement — noticeable after the first session and more significant after the second.

Polynucleotides work at a cellular signalling level, stimulating the skin's own DNA repair and regeneration pathways. They are particularly effective for thin, fragile, or damaged skin — including the under-eye area, sun-damaged skin, and post-acne skin — and their results build more gradually over 3–6 months. Dr Bravis may recommend combining both treatments in a phased programme for patients with more complex skin quality concerns, as each addresses a different aspect of skin health.

Profhilo is versatile and can be used across several areas. On the face, it addresses the lower face and jawline, mid-face, and upper face. It is also an effective treatment for the neck, décolletage, and hands — areas where skin laxity and thinning can be harder to address with other treatments.

The hands are a particularly rewarding area: the skin on the back of the hands thins significantly with age, becoming crepey and allowing veins and tendons to become more visible. Profhilo injected into the hands hydrates and firms the overlying skin, reducing the crepey texture and giving a more youthful, healthier appearance. Many patients treat both the face and hands as part of an overall programme.

Profhilo Body is a formulation designed specifically for areas such as the inner arms and abdomen, where skin laxity is the primary concern. Your consultation will confirm whether Profhilo is an appropriate treatment for your specific area of concern.

The standard Profhilo protocol consists of two initial treatment sessions spaced four weeks apart. This two-session course is designed to build the full tissue remodelling effect — results develop progressively over the 8–12 weeks following the second session as collagen and elastin production increases.

Maintenance treatment is typically recommended every six months. Some patients find they are happy with annual or biannual maintenance as the overall skin quality improvement is sustained; Dr Bravis will review your response and advise accordingly at your follow-up appointment.

Profhilo involves minimal downtime. Small bumps may be visible at the injection sites for a few hours after treatment but generally settle by the end of the day. Mild redness and, occasionally, minor bruising at the injection points can occur but typically resolve within a few days.

We advise avoiding strenuous exercise, excessive sun or heat exposure, and applying skincare products or makeup directly to the injection sites for 24 hours after treatment. Most patients return to their normal routine the following morning.

Many patients notice an improvement in skin hydration and texture after their first Profhilo session, though the effect is more subtle at this stage. The more significant improvement — increased firmness, improved skin tone, and visible reduction in fine laxity — becomes apparent in the weeks following the second session, as collagen and elastin production continues to develop.

The full result of the initial two-session course is typically visible 8–12 weeks after the second treatment. Because the improvement is in skin quality rather than a structural change, it tends to integrate naturally with your overall appearance.

Yes — Profhilo is suitable for all skin types and tones. The ultra-pure hyaluronic acid it contains is biocompatible, meaning the risk of an allergic reaction is very low. It is particularly beneficial for patients with mature, dehydrated, or lax skin — typically from the late thirties onwards — though younger patients experiencing early skin dehydration or dullness also respond well.

Profhilo is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you have had previous reactions to hyaluronic acid-based products, this should be raised at your consultation. A full medical history and skin condition review takes place before any treatment is recommended.

Profhilo is administered using the BAP (Bio Aesthetic Points) technique — a series of five precise injection points per side of the face, chosen to allow the product to spread evenly through the tissue and reach the full treatment area from a minimal number of entry points. The overall session typically takes 15–20 minutes.

The injections use a fine needle, and while some brief stinging or pressure is normal at each point, the treatment is generally well tolerated. Dr Bravis can discuss additional comfort measures at your consultation if you are particularly sensitive to needles.

The choice between Profhilo and a conventional dermal filler depends on what you are trying to achieve. Profhilo is a bio-remodeller — it improves the quality and hydration of the skin broadly across the treated area, firming it and restoring a more youthful texture. It does not add volume to a specific location or alter facial structure.

Conventional dermal fillers, and specifically HarmonyCA hybrid dermal fillers, are chosen when the goal is to restore lost volume, lift sagging tissue, or define a specific feature such as the cheekbones, chin, or jaw. If you are unsure which approach suits your concerns, a consultation will make this clear — and for many patients, a combination of both is the most effective route.

Yes — Profhilo combines well with a range of complementary treatments. Many patients use it alongside anti-wrinkle injections, which address dynamic wrinkles that Profhilo does not target. It also works well in combination with polynucleotides for patients with more complex skin quality concerns, or sequenced alongside chemical skin peels to address surface texture alongside deeper remodelling.

The sequencing of treatments matters — typically, Profhilo and anti-wrinkle injections can be timed closely together, while adding peels or LED sessions in a structured plan maximises overall results. The most appropriate combination and sequence will be discussed at your consultation.

Yes — Thames Dental & Skin is based in Thames Ditton, Surrey, and is convenient for patients from Kingston upon Thames, Esher, Surbiton, Walton-on-Thames, Molesey, Hinchley Wood, Long Ditton, and across the wider Surrey area.

Profhilo treatments start from £310 per session, with the standard course consisting of two sessions. If you would like to arrange a consultation or discuss whether Profhilo is the right treatment for your skin concerns, please contact the practice — we are happy to help you find the most appropriate starting point.