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What It Treats

The midface — comprising the cheeks, under-eyes, and nasolabial (nose-to-mouth) folds — is often where the earliest signs of ageing appear. Over time, skin, fat, and muscles lose their firmness and volume, causing cheeks to flatten, eyes to look tired, and folds to deepen.

A non-surgical midface lift restores lost volume and redefines contours using premium hyaluronic acid fillers, improving:

  • Sagging cheeks and facial hollowing
  • Tear troughs, eye bags, and dark circles
  • Deep nasolabial folds
  • Overall symmetry and light reflection on the cheekbones

With advanced MD Codes™ techniques, this treatment rejuvenates the midface using targeted points for natural, harmonious lift — without scars or surgery.

Quick Overview

Treatment Time:
60 minutes (including consultation and preparation)
Results Visible:
Immediately; full results in 2 weeks
Anaesthesia:
Downtime:
Minimal; mild redness or swelling for 1-2 days
Duration of Results:
12 - 18 months
Results

What It Treats

The midface — comprising the cheeks, under-eyes, and nasolabial (nose-to-mouth) folds — is often where the earliest signs of ageing appear. Over time, skin, fat, and muscles lose their firmness and volume, causing cheeks to flatten, eyes to look tired, and folds to deepen.

A non-surgical midface lift restores lost volume and redefines contours using premium hyaluronic acid fillers, improving:

  • Sagging cheeks and facial hollowing
  • Tear troughs, eye bags, and dark circles
  • Deep nasolabial folds
  • Overall symmetry and light reflection on the cheekbones

With advanced MD Codes™ techniques, this treatment rejuvenates the midface using targeted points for natural, harmonious lift — without scars or surgery.

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General Medical CouncilRoyal College of General PractitionersMedical ProtectionHamilton Fraser Cosmetic InsuranceCare Quality CommissionBritish College of Aesthetic Medicine

At Harley Street MD, we use only Juvéderm® Vycross fillers (Voluma, Volift, and Volbella) chosen for their specific lifting capacity and softness. Each treatment is bespoke, combining multiple filler types for optimal contour and smooth integration. Our specialists apply the MD Codes™ system — a structured, anatomical approach to restoring the natural ogee curve and midface projection. The result is a refreshed, lifted, and balanced look that enhances your natural beauty without overfilling. We respect anatomy, proportion, and subtlety — never the “overdone” look.

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Prices

A £150 deposit is required to secure a booked appointment. This deposit is redeemable against any treatment or service provided by the clinic. If you decided following the consultation to not proceed with any proceed or service, then the deposit is fully refundable.
Consultation
Up to 15 minutes
£150 (waved off if having treatment on the same day)
Dermal Filler
Per Syringe
£450

More Information

Are dermal fillers permanent?

In the UK, the authority only approves license for biodegradable dermal fillers. These fillers are being absorbed gradually over time and are therefore not permanent. The officials have banned permanent dermal fillers in the UK and rightly so because they are dangerous and may cause irreversible damage to your skin. Chin fillers are long-lasting but not permanent, Juvéderm Voluma lasts 12-18 months, whereas the latest Juvéderm Volux lasts 18-24 months.

What are dermal fillers?

Dermal fillers are pharmaceutical-grade, gel-like injectables designed specifically to restore volume, provide lift, smooth out wrinkles, and fill in deep folds. They are very popular due to their effectiveness and versatile nature. We use them to rejuvenate, volumise, plump, and sculpt attractive facial contours. New ways of using dermal fillers are constantly being discovered. Depending on their ingredients, some dermal fillers have added benefits such as stimulating collagen and improving skin hydration. Dermal fillers have become a true contender to plastic surgery over the years, helping people avoid invasive and expensive cosmetic operations.

Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are the most popular and safest type of dermal fillers. They consist of stabilised, non-animal-based hyaluronic acid. The HA gel is skin-friendly and integrates well with the tissues, closely resembling the hyaluronic acid that exists naturally in the body. Hyaluronic acid fillers improve skin texture by helping the skin retain hydration, and they are long-lasting yet dissolvable.

What is a midface lift with dermal fillers?

It’s a non-surgical rejuvenation procedure that restores cheek volume, lifts sagging tissue, and smooths under-eye hollows and smile lines using hyaluronic acid fillers. It recreates youthful definition and a natural ogee curve.

What products are used?

We combine:

  • Voluma: for deep cheek lift
  • Volift: for smile lines and folds
  • Volbella: for delicate under-eye correction
    All are from Juvéderm® Vycross — renowned for smooth integration and longevity.
Are dermal fillers safe?

Choose hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers for facial injection because they are safer. Any other fillers are riskier; the reason is HA fillers can be easily and quickly dissolved by hyaluronidase (e.g. Hyalase). This is an important safety net should we ever need to remove it.

Pharmaceutical companies do not harvest HAs from animals or human beings; they made them synthetically in the laboratories. The products are sterile, vegan-friendly, and safe. HA fillers are not permanent, but they are very long-lasting. Your body’s natural existing hyaluronidase enzymes will slowly disintegrate the HA fillers, turn them into water and absorb the water. No residuals will remain. HA fillers are non-toxic, biodegradable, and safe. Millions of people worldwide have tried them.

What are MD Codes™?

A set of precise injection points developed to achieve consistent, natural results. For midface lift, we treat up to 11 MD Codes points (cheeks, eyes, folds) to restore contour and proportion systematically.

How is the treatment performed?
  • Topical anaesthetic applied for comfort
  • Marking and symmetry assessment
  • Injections using fine needle or cannula in a sterile environment
  • Gentle massage for even blending
    The procedure takes around 60 minutes in total.
  • Can I have treatment on the same day as consultation?

    Yes. After consultation and assessment, treatment can be performed during the same visit if you’re ready to proceed.

    How should I prepare?
  • Avoid aspirin, NSAIDs, vitamin E, omega-3, and Ginkgo biloba for 2–7 days before
  • Skip alcohol and exercise on the day
  • Eat and hydrate beforehand
  • Delay treatment for 2 weeks after laser or peel
  • What should I expect after treatment?
  • Mild swelling or redness for 1–2 days
  • Bruising (rare) resolves in 3–5 days
  • Full integration and final results in 2 weeks
    Most people return to normal activity immediately.
  • Post-treatment tips
  • Avoid touching or massaging the area
  • Sleep on your back for 2 days
  • Skip exercise and alcohol for 48 hours
  • No makeup for 4–24 hours
  • Avoid sauna, sunbathing, or heat for 2 weeks
  • Use Arnica or Bromelain for bruising if needed
  • Potential side effects

    Temporary redness, swelling, or mild tenderness are normal. Serious effects (infection, vascular injury, granuloma) are rare but will be explained in full at consultation.

    How long do results last?

    Typically 12–18 months. Maintenance once a year is recommended to preserve volume and slow ageing.

    Can fillers be dissolved?

    Yes — HA fillers can be safely reversed with Hyalase. We offer free dissolving within 3 months (otherwise £250 per session).

    Can I fly after treatment?

    Avoid flying for 7 days to minimise swelling. We advise staying local for 2 weeks in case review or correction is required.

    When will I see results?

    Results are visible immediately, with full integration after 2 weeks. Skin appears smoother, hydrated, and lifted.

    How many syringes will I need?

    Usually 6 syringes — strategically placed across 11 MD Code points for a balanced outcome. More may be added later if needed for symmetry or enhancement.

    What happens when filler wears off?

    HA fillers are anti-ageing — they hydrate and support the skin. Once absorbed, your skin remains healthier and firmer than before. For best results, repeat yearly before full resorption.

    Do I need to pay for a top-up?

    If a top-up is needed (after swelling has subsided), additional filler is charged at £450 per syringe, since new product is required. The follow-up appointment itself remains free of charge.

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