Lips, cheeks, jawline and chin · Nurse prescriber-led
Dermal filler in Cardiff
Subtle, balanced filler treatments planned around your natural features by our aesthetic nurse prescriber, inside an established medical and surgical clinic just off Junction 30 of the M4.
At a glance
Price
From £210 per syringe
Treatment time
30 to 60 minutes
Comfort
Local anaesthetic in most fillers
Recovery
Swelling or bruising for a few days
Results
Immediate, settling over 2 to 4 weeks
Lasts
Typically 6 to 18 months
Aftercare
Review and direct contact included
Rated excellent on Google
By our patients
HIW registered
Healthcare Inspectorate Wales
Nurse prescriber-led
Registered nurse & independent prescriber
Award-winning clinic
Best Cosmetic Surgery Clinic 2026
Dermal filler in Cardiff: what you need to know
Dermal filler is a gel made from hyaluronic acid, a substance found naturally in the skin. It is used to restore volume lost with age, add definition and structure, or soften folds and lines. Results are visible straight away and settle over two to four weeks.
At Excel Clinic, every filler treatment is planned and carried out by Kelsie Arandjelovic, our aesthetic nurse prescriber, after a face-to-face consultation. We take a measured approach: the aim is balance and proportion, not volume for its own sake. Hyaluronic acid filler can also be dissolved if needed, which is one reason it is the most widely used type of filler.
Medically reviewed by Kelsie Arandjelovic, RN, Independent Prescriber (NMC PIN 23B0374W, check the NMC register). Last updated November 2026.
Areas we treat
Most patients come to us for one area, but many plans combine two or three for a more balanced result.
Lips
Volume, shape and definition, always in proportion with your face.
Cheeks
Lift and contour to restore mid-face support.
Jawline
Definition and a sharper lower-face outline.
Chin
Projection and balance with the nose and lips.
Temples
Softening hollowing at the sides of the face.
Nose
Non-surgical reshaping of bumps and angles.
Under the eyes
Tear trough treatment, where suitable after assessment.
Folds and lines
Nasolabial folds and marionette lines.
Lip filler in Cardiff
Lip filler is our most requested treatment. Whether you want a little more volume, better shape and definition, or to correct asymmetry, Kelsie plans your lips around your face rather than a trend. Most lip treatments use one syringe, and we would always rather build gradually than overdo it.
Expect swelling for the first few days, particularly on day two. Your true result shows at around two to four weeks, and a review is included so we can check how it has settled.
Lip filler at Excel Clinic is £210 for one syringe.
How much filler will I need?
Filler is priced per syringe, and each syringe is opened for one patient only. As a rough guide, lips usually need one syringe, cheeks one or two, and a defined jawline two to four. Your consultation will give you a clear plan and price before anything is done.
Some plans are built up over two appointments a few weeks apart, which gives a more natural result and lets you see how your face responds. If you are thinking about your face as a whole, see facial profile balancing.
Is dermal filler right for me?
Filler may suit you if…
- You have lost volume in your cheeks, temples or lips
- You want more definition along the jaw or chin
- You want to soften deep folds around the mouth
- You want a subtle change and are happy to build gradually
Filler is not suitable if…
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You are under 18
- You have an active skin infection, cold sore or inflammation in the area
- You have certain autoimmune or bleeding conditions, or are expecting a result filler can’t give. Kelsie will check this at your consultation
When filler isn’t the answer
Filler is very good at restoring volume and refining shape, but it can’t do everything. It won’t shorten a long upper lip, lift heavy upper eyelids or remove puffy lower-lid bags, and adding more filler to chase those changes tends to look unnatural.
If that’s the case, Kelsie will tell you honestly at your consultation. Because Excel Clinic is also a cosmetic surgery clinic, you can then see our experienced specialist surgeon under the same roof to talk about options such as lip lift surgery or blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery). You’re never pushed towards surgery; we simply want you to have the right treatment.
Dermal filler prices
Clear, fixed prices, confirmed at your consultation.
Not everyone is suitable for every treatment. See the full aesthetics price list.
Why a medical clinic matters
Aesthetics, backed by a medical and surgical clinic
Excel Clinic is an award-winning private medical and surgical clinic, registered with Healthcare Inspectorate Wales. Your aesthetic treatment benefits from the same clinical standards, safety systems and team of doctors and consultant surgeons as everything else we do, so you can relax and enjoy your results with complete peace of mind.
A regulated medical clinic
Excel Clinic is registered with and inspected by Healthcare Inspectorate Wales. The same clinical governance, infection control and record-keeping that apply to our surgical work apply to every aesthetic treatment.
Doctors and surgeons on site
Aesthetics sits alongside our surgical, skin and medical services, delivered by doctors and consultant surgeons. Our practitioner works within a wider clinical team, not on her own.
Assessed, prescribed and treated by one person
Kelsie is an independent prescriber, so she can assess you, prescribe where needed and treat you herself. Remote prescribing for cosmetic injectables is not permitted in the UK, and we never rely on it.
Complications managed in-house
If anything doesn’t go to plan, you won’t be told to see your GP. Kelsie can assess and treat complications herself, filler can be dissolved on site, and the clinic has medical emergency protocols and equipment.
Clinical treatment rooms
Treatments take place in clinical rooms in a purpose-fitted medical clinic, designed and cleaned to the standards needed for minor surgery.
Professional accountability
Registered healthcare professionals, full medical records, clinical insurance and a formal complaints procedure. You know exactly who is responsible for your care, and how to check their registration.
Alongside our cosmetic surgery service
Our aesthetics service works alongside our cosmetic surgery service, so if a non-surgical treatment isn’t the right answer for you, our consultant surgeons are under the same roof. That might mean lip lift surgery for a long upper lip, or eyelid surgery for heavy or hooded eyelids. There’s no pressure either way: our aim is simply to recommend the treatment that’s right for you.
What happens, step by step
Send your form
Complete the short booking form and we’ll call you to arrange a time.
Consultation
Medical history, facial assessment and an honest, personalised plan and price.
Treatment
Numbing, then careful, conservative placement of filler with sterile technique.
Review
A follow-up to check you’re happy once your result has settled.
Your practitioner
One practitioner, from consultation to review
Kelsie Arandjelovic
Aesthetic Nurse Prescriber · RN, Independent Prescriber · PgCert Cosmetic & Aesthetic Medicine
Every aesthetic treatment at Excel Clinic is planned and carried out by Kelsie, a registered nurse and independent prescriber with four years’ experience in medical aesthetics. She is a member of the Aesthetic Complications Expert (ACE) Group and the Royal College of Nursing.
Kelsie’s background in NHS community nursing shapes how she works: thorough assessment, patient safety first, and an honest answer if a treatment isn’t right for you. She has a special interest in facial profile balancing.
Risks and side effects
Dermal filler is a medical procedure and, like any procedure, carries risks. Being open about them is part of treating you safely.
- Common and short-lived: swelling, tenderness, redness and bruising at the injection points, usually settling within a few days to a week.
- Less common: lumps, unevenness or asymmetry, which often settle as swelling goes down and can be adjusted or dissolved if needed.
- Rare: infection, or a delayed inflammatory reaction weeks or months later.
- Very rare but serious: filler blocking a blood vessel (vascular occlusion), which needs urgent treatment. Kelsie is trained to recognise and treat this immediately, and dissolving treatment is kept on site.
Your consultation covers all of this in detail, and you will be given written aftercare and a direct contact number.
Aftercare
Simple steps protect your result. You’ll get this in writing after your treatment too.
First 24 hours
- Don’t touch, press or massage the area unless advised
- No make-up over injection points for 12 hours
- Avoid alcohol, strenuous exercise and extreme heat or cold
First week
- Sleep with your head slightly raised for the first few nights
- Avoid saunas, steam rooms and sunbeds
- Avoid facials and dental work for two weeks where possible
Contact us urgently if…
- Pain is severe or getting worse
- The skin turns white, dusky or mottled
- There are signs of infection: spreading redness, heat or pus
Why patients choose Excel Clinic
Nurse prescriber-led
Every treatment is planned and carried out by Kelsie Arandjelovic, a registered nurse and independent prescriber.
Regulated medical clinic
Registered with Healthcare Inspectorate Wales, with doctors and consultant surgeons on site.
Award-winning and highly rated
Best Cosmetic Surgery Clinic 2026 and rated excellent on Google by our patients.
Honest, no-pressure advice
A face-to-face consultation first, and a straight answer if treatment isn’t right for you.
What our patients say
Frequently asked questions
How much is lip filler in Cardiff at Excel Clinic?
Lip filler is £210 for one syringe, which is enough for most lip treatments. The £50 consultation fee is redeemable against treatment.
Does dermal filler hurt?
Most fillers contain local anaesthetic and numbing cream can be used, so most people find it very manageable. Lips are the most sensitive area.
How long does filler last?
Typically 6 to 18 months, depending on the area, the product and your metabolism. Lips tend to last less long than cheeks, chin or jawline.
How long does swelling last after lip filler?
Swelling usually peaks on day two and settles over a few days to a week. Your final result is visible at two to four weeks.
Can I exercise after filler?
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 to 48 hours, as heat and increased blood flow can make swelling and bruising worse.
Can filler be reversed?
Hyaluronic acid filler can usually be dissolved if needed. See our filler dissolving page.
What if something goes wrong?
Kelsie can assess and treat complications herself, filler can be dissolved on site, and you will have a direct contact number. That is one of the main advantages of being treated in a medical clinic.
Do I need a consultation first?
Yes. Every treatment starts with a face-to-face consultation, where Kelsie reviews your medical history, assesses your features and explains your options, including no treatment.
Is there an age limit?
We only treat adults aged 18 and over.
Where is the clinic?
Excel Clinic is at 3 Oaktree Court, Mulberry Drive, Cardiff Gate Business Park, Cardiff CF23 8RS, a couple of minutes from Junction 30 of the M4, with patients coming from across Cardiff, Newport, Caerphilly and the Vale of Glamorgan.
Find us
Excel Clinic
3 Oaktree Court, Mulberry Drive
Cardiff Gate Business Park
Cardiff CF23 8RS
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
02922 645305
A couple of minutes from Junction 30 of the M4. We see aesthetics patients from Pontprennau, Lisvane, Llanishen, Cyncoed, Roath, Cardiff city centre, Cardiff Bay, Penarth, Caerphilly, Newport, Cwmbran and the Vale of Glamorgan.
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