Your Guide to Choosing the Right Cannula Size for Dermal Fillers

Always tailor your tools to the treatment area and product consistency for best results and patient safety.

Mid/Lower Face – Cheeks, Chin, Jawline

• Recommended Cannula: 25G or 22G, 38–50mm

• Why: These areas often need medium to thick fillers for structural support. Wider gauge cannulas reduce trauma and allow for deeper placement.

• Common Fillers: Lumifil Max, Nexfill Volume, Revolax Sub-Q

Tear Troughs (Under Eye)

• Recommended Cannula: 25G or 27G, 38mm

• Why: Smaller gauge for precision and reduced risk of vascular injury in this delicate area.

• Common Fillers: Volifil Classic, Plenaris Fine, Lumifil Lite

Lips

• Recommended Cannula: 25G or 27G, 25–38mm

• Why: Allows smooth product placement with minimal bruising. Choose size based on lip volume desired.

• Common Fillers: Revolax Deep, Lumifil Kiss, Nexfill Deep

Marionette Lines / Nasolabial Folds

• Cannula Size: 25G or 22G, 38–50mm

• Why: These deep lines benefit from medium/thick fillers placed at the correct depth for natural contouring.

• Common Fillers: Lumifil Kiss / Max, Revolax Sub-Q, Plenaris Volume - depending on depth of the nasolabial fold

Forehead & Temples

• Recommended Cannula: 22G or 25G, 50mm

• Why: These areas are highly vascular—blunt cannulas reduce the risk of complications like vascular occlusion. Use thicker fillers for volume restoration.

• Common Fillers: Teosyal Ultra Deep, Juvederm Voluma

Pro Tips:

• Always assess your patient's anatomy before choosing cannula size.

• The smaller the gauge number, the wider the cannula.

• Use a sharp needle to create the entry point for your cannula.

• Shorter cannulas (25–38mm) are often better for small or mobile areas like lips.

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This blog post is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, training, or instruction for performing any aesthetic or body contouring treatments. Always seek professional training and certification from a qualified provider before performing any procedures.