A common question before treatment: "how much filler do you need"? The answer depends on the area, the desired result, facial structure and age. Here is the dose guide for the most common areas.
How much filler do you need per area?
Lips
- 0.5 ml: subtle enhancement (first-timers)
- 1 ml: more noticeable volume, standard for most people
- 1.5 ml: substantial volume (risk of overfilling)
- Max per session: 1 ml is recommended — otherwise split it up
Cheekbones
- 1 ml per side: subtle lift
- 2 ml per side: clear lift and definition
- Total per session: 2–4 ml
Chin
- 1 ml: mild definition
- 2 ml: clear profile balance
- 3 ml: reconstructive — for a markedly receding chin
Nasolabial lines
- 0.5 ml per side: mild
- 1 ml per side: standard
- Total per session: 1–2 ml
Marionette lines
Tear troughs (under the eyes)
- 0.5–1 ml per side
- Specialist treatment
Nose
- 0.3–0.8 ml: correction of a bump or asymmetry
- Specialist treatment — highest safety requirements
Jawline
- 2–4 ml: definition and a sharper line
Temples
- 1 ml per side: fills out hollow temples
How does the practitioner decide on the right dose?
An experienced practitioner takes into account:
- Facial proportions and anatomy
- Age-related volume loss
- Your personal aesthetic goals
- Skin and tissue quality
- Previous treatments
Less is more — why start small?
Especially at your first treatment, it is wise to start with a smaller dose:
- You can always add more
- The final result is visible after 2 weeks
- Overfilling is difficult to correct without dissolving the filler
- Less risk of migration and complications
Total volume over time
Total "face enhancement" for a full facial rejuvenation:
- Subtle: 2–3 ml
- Moderate: 4–6 ml
- Substantial: 7–10 ml
These amounts should be spread over several sessions.
What does it cost in total?
At an average price of SEK 3,500/ml:
- 1 ml lips: SEK 3,500
- 2 ml cheekbones (1 ml/side): SEK 7,000
- Full treatment 5 ml: SEK 17,500
Also read: Lip filler prices and How much do lip fillers cost?
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In-depth comparison — which one suits you?
Decision matrix
| Your concern | Recommendation | Starting dose | Cost |
|---|
| Frown line between the eyebrows | Botox | 1 area | SEK 1,800–2,800 |
| Forehead lines when raising the eyebrows | Botox | 1 area | SEK 1,490–2,500 |
| Crow's feet when smiling | Botox | 1 area | SEK 1,800–2,900 |
| Thin lips — want volume | Fillers | 0.5–1 ml | SEK 1,800–5,500 |
| Receding chin | Fillers | 1–2 ml | SEK 4,000–13,000 |
| Hollow cheekbones | Fillers | 1 ml/side | SEK 4,000–6,500/side |
| Dark circles under the eyes | Fillers (tear troughs) | 0.5 ml/side | SEK 3,500–5,500/side |
| Jaw tension / bruxism | Botox (masseter) | — | SEK 3,500–6,000 |
| Excessive sweating | Botox (hyperhidrosis) | — | SEK 4,500–8,000 |
| Nasolabial lines | Fillers (+ possibly Botox) | 0.5–1 ml/side | SEK 2,800–5,500 |
| Double chin without surgery | Fat dissolving or HIFU | — | SEK 4,500 |
Combination treatment — when is it recommended?
Combined Botox + fillers is sometimes called a "liquid facelift" and is recommended for:
- People aged 35+ with both dynamic and static wrinkles
- Complex volume loss (cheekbones + corners of the mouth + lips)
- When surgery is not desired or possible
- Gradual build-up instead of dramatic change
Typical protocol: Botox in the upper face (forehead, crow's feet) + fillers in the lower face (lips, cheekbones, chin). Total cost often SEK 8,000–20,000 per session.
Expert tips — common considerations
- Start small: You can always add more. Overfilling is harder to fix than underfilling.
- Realistic goals: Fillers and Botox enhance — they do not transform. Look at before/after photos from the same clinic.
- Age matters: Under 30 — prevention and subtle. Over 40 — restorative + volume. Over 55 — combination with other modalities.
- Timing: Plan 2–3 weeks before a big event. Swelling takes time to subside.
- Budget: Calculate annual costs. Botox 3–4 treatments/year = SEK 6,000–14,000. Fillers 1 treatment/year = SEK 3,000–7,000.
- Same practitioner: Ideally stay with the same clinic — they know your anatomy and previous treatments.
Expert tips — how to avoid costly mistakes
- Ask for a written quote before the consultation — words such as "from" or "approximately" often hide extra costs.
- Check what is included: consultation (legal requirement), touch-up, follow-up. Some clinics charge separately.
- Ask about the product brand and number of units — "from SEK 1,490" may mean a diluted product.
- Compare at least 3 clinics before you book — the price difference can be 40% for the same treatment.
- Avoid paying cash — reputable clinics take cards, with a receipt and patient records.
- Loyalty programmes can lower the price by 10–15% for 3–4 treatments per year.
- Book outside the big cities if you are flexible — up to 30% cheaper for the same quality.
Common mistakes that cost money
- "Groupon deals": Often a diluted product or an unqualified practitioner. Quality problems often cost more to correct than you saved.
- Too little product: Cheaper initially, but the effect wears off quickly — you pay again after 2 months instead of 5.
- Skipping the consultation: It is against the law and increases the risk of incorrect treatment that requires dissolving.
- Travelling abroad for treatment: The money you saved disappears quickly if you get a complication at home with no follow-up.
- Paying for 3 areas when you need 2: Practitioners should be honest about what is needed.
