New Beauty Standards: Less Filler, More You
Have you noticed how, in the age of Instagram and Tiktok, the popularity of fillers and plastic surgery can make everyone look similar? A common fear about medical aesthetic procedures is that they'll make you look like everyone else. And the primary reason for this is the concept of overfilling, or the “Madonna effect.”
What is an overfilled face? And why does it happen?
A caricature of the overfilled face.
An overfilled face happens when too much filler is used, making the face look puffy and distorted. This is commonly referred to as “facial overfilled syndrome” or “pillow face”. So why do women so often get overfilled? Is it always a lack of experience of the injector and poor placement? Dr. Godley weighs in:
“In the past, many clients did not want to go for a natural look and would push for a higher volume of filler to achieve a bolder appearance. We also see the rise of celebrities like the Kardashians who popularize attractive but unrealistic ideals. However, there's a changing trend now. As more sophisticated anti-aging treatments become available in Canada, we're noticing a shift towards subtler enhancements. Patients are increasingly focusing on skin health and adopting a restorative approach to anti-aging, rather than purely cosmetic alterations.” - Dr. Godley.
Fillers and the Concern of Too Much
Using too much filler can cause several issues:
Loss of Expressions: The face may not move naturally, making it hard to show emotions.
Discomfort and Swelling: Too much filler can be painful and cause a lot of swelling.
Permanent Damage: Overfilling can harm the skin and tissues underneath, sometimes permanently.
Unnatural Look: The aim to look youthful can backfire, resulting in a face that looks overly "done."
The End of Overfilling: How Modern Aesthetics Focus on Subtle, Personalized Enhancements
As we navigate through streams of social media images showcasing cookie-cutter beauty ideals, the desire for individuality grows stronger. At the Godley Clinic, we understand that our patients want to stand out by being the best versions of themselves, rather than blending into a monotonous aesthetic.
The Art of Rejuvenation: Dr. Godley’s Signature 5-Point Facial Transformation
We believe in the power of rejuvenation over simply adding volume. Our tailored 5-point approach at the Godley Clinic ensures each technique enhances your natural beauty:
The Botox Brow: Performed with the expertise of our skilled injectors, Botox injections lift and smooth the brow area. This technique softens deep lines, gently relaxes the forehead muscles, and subtly raises the eyebrows to better reveal the eyes.
The Radiesse Revival: Utilizing Radiesse, known for its skin revitalization properties, this treatment boosts collagen production, replenishes skin volume, and restores the youthful firmness that diminishes with age.
The PRF Evangeline Elixir: Harnessing the regenerative capabilities of your own blood, the PRF Evangeline treatment effectively reduces under-eye shadows. It revitalizes tired skin, lightens dark circles, and reduces puffiness, rejuvenating the eye area.
The Cheek Thread Lift: This procedure gracefully lifts and contours the cheeks using specialized threads. It enhances facial contours and provides a subtle, natural lift to the mid-face region.
The Nose Thread Lift: Our non-surgical nose thread lift refines the nose's shape by discreetly manipulating its contours. The threads act as fine sculptors, enhancing the nose’s bridge and tip to create a profile that is both striking and harmonious.
In the hands of the highly experienced Dr. Godley, these five points converge to create balance and rejuvenation.
Celebrating Uniqueness in Aesthetic Enhancement
Each patient's journey is distinct. At the Godley Clinic, facial balancing and rejuvenation aren't about achieving an impossible standard of perfection but enhancing what makes each person unique. This personalized approach ensures that treatments align with individual features and aesthetic goals, allowing each patient to truly embody their own beauty.
This commitment to personalized care and avoidance of the "cookie-cutter" appearance is what sets us apart. At the Godley Clinic, you don't just blend in; you stand out, looking like the best version of yourself.
We hope this overview of our treatments and philosophy captures the essence of the transformative experiences we aim to provide. For more information or to customize your aesthetic journey, feel free to reach out to us at the Godley Clinic in Vancouver or Abbotsford.
