Lifting Injections (Skin Boosters, "Youth Injection") in Bursa
What is a lifting injection?
"Lifting injection" is not a medical term; it is the popular name for certain injections aimed at skin quality and firmness. The same applications are also called "youth injections" or, in the international literature, "skin boosters" (skin quality injections). They are not vaccines and have nothing to do with the immune system. The word "lifting" in the name can also be misleading: these applications do not replace a surgical facelift and, on their own, do not meet expectations in marked sagging.
The products are delivered into the superficial and middle layers of the skin with a fine needle or cannula. The aim is not to shape a specific area but to gradually support the skin's hydration, elasticity and texture quality. Dermal fillers are a separate application for shape and volume loss.
Types of application
- Hyaluronic acid (skin boosters): products containing hyaluronic acid with little or no cross-linking, in different concentrations. They spread in the skin and aim to support hydration and elasticity; they do not give shape like a filler.
- Polynucleotides (salmon DNA, PN/PDRN): ingredients obtained by purification from fish DNA. They are thought to support tissue repair; they may be preferred for thin, tired-looking skin and around the eyes. They are not applied to people allergic to fish products.
- Amino acid and hyaluronic acid combinations: products containing amino acids used in collagen production together with hyaluronic acid.
- Biostimulators: injections containing substances aimed at stimulating the skin's own collagen production. The effect appears more slowly; injection technique and dose are particularly important.
The level of evidence for the effectiveness of these products varies by product, and research is ongoing. Only licensed products are used at our practice; which product is chosen and why is explained at the examination.
Who is it suitable for, and who should not have it?
It is considered for adults with complaints such as dry skin, dullness, fine lines, mild laxity, acne scars or sun-related wear. Situations in which the application is not performed or is postponed:
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding,
- Active infection, cold sores or inflamed acne in the treatment area,
- Allergy to the product's ingredients (fish allergy for polynucleotides),
- Uncontrolled autoimmune disease, a bleeding disorder, active cancer treatment,
- For biostimulators, a marked tendency to keloids and a filler of unknown content previously applied to the same area.
In people using blood thinners, the tendency to bruise may increase; tell the physician about your medications, and do not stop them on your own.
How is it done?
Skin type, complaints and expectations are evaluated, and a suitable type of product is chosen. The area is cleansed and, if needed, a numbing cream is applied. The product is delivered with a fine needle into many small points or with a cannula through specific entry points. The procedure usually takes 20–40 minutes.
The session plan varies by product: for hyaluronic acid and polynucleotide applications, usually 2–4 sessions are planned at 2–4 week intervals; for biostimulators, usually 1–3 sessions at 4–6 week intervals.
When does the effect begin, and how long does it last?
The effect is gradual. With hyaluronic acid applications, the change in hydration and radiance is usually evaluated within a few weeks; with biostimulators, the change related to collagen production is usually evaluated within 2–3 months. The effect is temporary: depending on the product and the person, it usually lasts 6–12 months and may last longer with biostimulators. 1–2 maintenance sessions a year may be recommended to sustain it. Age, skin structure, sun protection and smoking affect the result.
Possible side effects
Redness, small bumps, swelling and bruising at the needle points are common and usually resolve within 1–3 days. With hyaluronic acid applications, the bumps may remain visible for 24–48 hours. Less often, an allergic reaction, infection, a palpable nodule (especially with biostimulators) or prolonged redness may occur. With injections there is, although very rarely, a risk of vascular occlusion; if the skin turns white, a net-like purplish color appears, pain increases or vision is disturbed, the physician must be contacted immediately.
Aftercare
- Do not wear makeup and do not press on the area for the first 12–24 hours.
- Avoid saunas, Turkish baths, swimming pools and intense exercise for 48 hours.
- After a biostimulator application, massage the area for a few days if the physician recommends it; otherwise, do not massage.
- Use sunscreen; for one week, pause irritating products such as acid peels and retinoids.
Lifting injections in Bursa
At our private practice in Nilüfer, lifting injections are performed after a skin evaluation, with the product type and session plan determined individually. For other options aimed at skin quality, you can see the mesotherapy, mineral injection and exosomes pages; for volume loss, the liquid facelift page; and for device-based firming options, the HIFU and Endolift laser pages.
Treatments are performed by a physician holding a medical aesthetics certificate approved by the Turkish Ministry of Health. Op. Dr. Hakan Sağer is an Obstetrician & Gynecologist.
This content is for information purposes only; a physician's examination is required for diagnosis and treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Is a lifting injection really a vaccine?
No. "Lifting injection" and "youth injection" are popular names for injections aimed at supporting skin quality and firmness. They have nothing to do with the immune system; products containing hyaluronic acid, polynucleotides and biostimulators belong to this group.
Are a youth injection and a lifting injection the same thing?
In everyday use, they mostly refer to the same applications. Both describe injections known as skin boosters, aimed at skin hydration, elasticity and firmness. Which product will be used is determined at the examination according to skin condition.
Does a lifting injection replace facelift surgery?
No. The word "lifting" in the name does not mean a surgical lift. These applications aim to support skin quality and mild laxity; on their own, they do not meet expectations in marked sagging.
What is salmon DNA?
Salmon DNA is the name used for injectable products containing polynucleotides (PN/PDRN) obtained by purification from fish DNA. They are thought to support tissue repair. They are not applied to people allergic to fish products, or to those who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How many lifting injection sessions are needed?
It varies by product: for hyaluronic acid and polynucleotide applications, usually 2–4 sessions at 2–4 week intervals; for biostimulators, usually 1–3 sessions at 4–6 week intervals. After that, 1–2 maintenance sessions a year may be recommended.
How long does the effect of a lifting injection last?
The effect appears gradually and is temporary. Depending on the product and the person, it usually lasts 6–12 months and may last longer with biostimulators. Sun protection and avoiding smoking help it last longer.
What is the fee for lifting injections?
The fee depends on the area to be treated, the product to be used and the session plan determined at the examination. For this reason, no figures are given on the website; the fee is determined after the examination. For information, you can call 0 (539) 463 09 72 or send a message on WhatsApp.
Where in Bursa are lifting injections performed?
Lifting injection evaluation and application take place in the procedure room of Op. Dr. Hakan Sağer's private practice in the İhsaniye neighborhood of Nilüfer (Bulvar 224). Consultation hours are Monday–Saturday 08:00–19:30; to book an appointment, you can call 0 (539) 463 09 72.
Op. Dr. Hakan Sağer is an Obstetrician & Gynecologist. He completed his specialty training at the University of Health Sciences (SBÜ) Bursa Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital; since 2024 he has been seeing patients for pregnancy follow-up, gynecological conditions and aesthetic gynecology at his private practice in Nilüfer, Bursa. The articles on this website are for informational purposes.
This website is for information only and is not advertising. Its content does not replace an examination by a physician. The information on this page is not personal medical advice; the decision on any procedure is made together with the doctor after an examination.