Volume Restoration with Dermal Fillers
Prices from £300
Natural Volume, Beautifully Restored
With age, we lose collagen and facial fat. Cheeks can look flatter, lips thinner and folds more pronounced. Hyaluronic acid fillers gently replace lost volume and balance proportions. Results are visible straight away and typically last six to twelve months, depending on the area and product.
Our approach is conservative and bespoke. We aim for subtle lift, smoother transitions and harmony with your features. Friends should notice you look well, not that you have had treatment.
Is this treatment for me?
This could be a good fit if you’re noticing:
- Flatter cheeks
- Deepening folds
- A general “tired” look
- Lips that have thinned or lost definition
What can I expect?
- Brighter, smoother under-eyes that look rested
- Fine lines softened as skin becomes stronger and more elastic
- A healthier, less “tired” appearance that develops gradually
- Results that can last 6 to 12 months with a simple maintenance plan
Our Method
Comprehensive Consultation
In your comprehensive consultation, we’ll discuss your medical and cosmetic history in detail and invite you to share ideas, goals and any concerns.
We’ll examine your face at rest and with expression, looking at proportions, symmetry and areas of volume loss. With your consent, we take photographs from several angles to guide planning and track results.
Treatment Planning
Your unique anatomy informs a personalised filler plan. There is no one-size-fits-all option when it comes to the face.
We’ll explain which areas may benefit, the product choice and how technique and placement will achieve a soft, natural result. The plan is tailored to your features and goals.
Preparation & Final Checks
Before any injections, your skin is cleansed with a gentle, hypoallergenic cleanser. Arriving without makeup helps keep things efficient.
We confirm the plan together, answer final questions and apply topical anaesthetic if needed for comfort. This step ensures a hygienic, calm and safe procedure.
Treatment & Results
The injecting stage typically takes 15 to 30 minutes, using a fine needle or cannula as appropriate. Most people find it surprisingly comfortable, with only brief pressure or a light sting.
There may be small pinprick marks, mild swelling or bruising that settles over the next few days. You’ll be able to see improvement immediately, with results refining as any swelling subsides over one to two weeks.
As a Blackheath Clinic patient, you’ll also receive a tailored medical-grade skincare plan to support and maintain your results, guided by your complimentary Zemits VeraFace 12-factor AI skin analysis.
Treatment Areas
Caring For Your Skin
Pre-care
- If possible and safe, avoid taking ibuprofen, aspirin, omega-3 fish oil and high-dose vitamin E for one week prior to your appointment.
- Skip harsh skincare such as retinoids and acids for two days before.
- Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing or using hair removal cream near the area for two days before.
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before.
- Arrive with a clean face and no makeup.
Post-care
- Refrain from touching the area for six hours, or applying makeup for twelve hours.
- Try to sleep on your back for the first night after treatment.
- Opt for gentle skincare for the first 24 hours and avoid retinoids and acids.
- You may take paracetamol if needed. Avoid ibuprofen, aspirin, omega-3 fish oil, vitamin E and alcohol for 48 hours.
- Avoid strenuous exercise, heavy sweating, hot showers, saunas and steam rooms for 24 hours.
- Shield the area from direct sun for 24 hours.
- Avoid facial massages, microneedling, dermarolling, dermal fillers and semi-permanent makeup on the same area for four weeks.
- Book repeat treatment at around three months to maintain results.
Your skin, your plan.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Blackheath Clinic, where a considered consultation is the first step to beautifully natural results.
Call: 0203 668 2187
Filler should restore light and shape, not announce itself. I work in small, careful steps so your features look balanced, fresh and unmistakably yours.
Treatments That Complement Dermal Fillers
Our Aesthetics Team
Dr Mihaela Plugaru
Mihaela is a medically trained aesthetic doctor with a strong background in facial anatomy and precision techniques. She graduated from the Gr. T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Romania, where she developed a deep understanding of surgical and facial procedures before focusing her career on aesthetic medicine.
Our Patient Review

I was understandably very worried and was able to book an appointment within just a couple of hours. From the moment we met him, Dr Mac Sweeney was kind, reassuring, professional and genuinely caring. He took the time to listen, explained everything clearly, and made us feel that my husband was in very safe hands.
What impressed me most was that his care did not stop when we left the consultation. He followed up on several occasions to check on my husband's progress, prescribed more medicine and even went out of his way to provide a letter for our insurance company, which was incredibly helpful.
In a world where good service can sometimes feel hard to find, Dr Mac Sweeney demonstrated a level of compassion and personal attention that was truly exceptional. The fee was also very reasonable, especially given the time, care and support we received.
I would wholeheartedly recommend Dr Mac Sweeney to anyone needing medical assistance and will always be grateful for the kindness he showed to both of us. If I lived in London I would most certainly subscribe to his membership scheme so he could deal with all my family's medical needs.


The clinic has a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, with a fresh, calming scent that immediately creates a welcoming environment. Everything was explained clearly and professionally, making the whole experience completely stress-free.
I particularly appreciated the expert advice and felt comfortable throughout. I would highly recommend The Blackheath Clinic to anyone looking for a professional, patient-focused service.


As I entered the tastefully curated space, I encountered one of the rarest of things: a polite, smiling and genuinely welcoming receptionist. In fact, she was so warm and courteous that I briefly wondered whether I had wandered into an upmarket spa by mistake.
Then I met Dr Sweeney. He was charming, courteous, friendly and thoroughly professional, with the kind of bedside manner that reminds you what general practice can be at its best: attentive, humane and quietly confident. He came across as someone who takes real pride in his work and genuinely cares for his patients.
The whole experience felt like stepping back into a time when patients were warmly received and doctors truly doctored. As I was leaving, Dr Sweeney mentioned that he was off on a home visit. A GP doing a home visit in 2026? I was so astonished I nearly needed examining all over again.
Join this practice quickly before word gets out and the list fills up. This is care delivered by people who genuinely care, and that feels all too rare these days

I had lip filler and RRS Long Lasting skin boosters, and she took the time to explain everything clearly, answer all my questions, and ensure I felt confident about the treatments. Her attention to detail and gentle approach really stood out, and I couldn’t be happier with the results.
Dr Micha Plugaru truly combines expertise with a warm, personal touch. I would highly recommend her to anyone considering aesthetic treatments — you’re in the safest and most caring hands.