Private Face Ultrasound in London

What causes lumps on the face?

Most facial lumps are harmless. The most common are:

• Epidermoid and other skin cysts
• Lipomas: soft fatty lumps
• Swollen lymph nodes after a cold, dental or skin infection
• Salivary gland swelling or stones
• Nodules after dermal filler

Ultrasound tells these apart in minutes.

Can ultrasound see dermal filler?

Yes. Hyaluronic acid and other fillers have recognisable appearances on ultrasound. The scan maps where the product sits, whether a nodule is filler, a granuloma or something else, and its relation to blood vessels, which helps the clinician treating you plan the next step.

Is a lump on my face serious?

Most facial lumps are cysts, lipomas or reactive lymph nodes and are harmless. Ultrasound shows the features that matter; the small number that need a closer look are flagged on the day and a fine needle aspiration or referral recommendation is arranged.

Does a face ultrasound hurt?

No. The probe rests gently on the skin with warm gel. If the lump is tender, the specialist presses carefully. The scan takes around fifteen to twenty minutes.

Do I need a referral?

No. You can book directly with us online or by phone. If your GP, dentist or cosmetic clinician has asked for the scan, bring their note and we will address the report to them.

How much does a face ultrasound cost?

At Harley Street Ultrasound a private face ultrasound costs £280, all fees inclusive: the scan, the specialist’s time, your written report and images.

What if you find something?

Your specialist tells you in the room, in plain English, and explains exactly what it means. You will never be sent home to wait for a letter. Most findings are benign and need nothing more than a sensible review date.

Anything that does need attention gets a clear, objective recommendation in your report: monitor, test further, or refer. Follow-up tests can usually be arranged at 99 Harley Street, often the same week, and those results are also explained to you personally.

Do I need a referral?

No. Harley Street Ultrasound is a private clinic, so you can book a face ultrasound in London directly online or by phone. No GP letter, no waiting list, and same-day or next-day appointments are usually available. If you are searching for a face ultrasound near me from anywhere in central London, we are at 99 Harley Street, a short walk from Regent’s Park and Oxford Circus stations.

If you are wondering how much a private face ultrasound costs, the answer is published before you book: £280, all fees inclusive: the examination, the specialist’s time, your written report and your images. Insured patients should bring a referral or authorisation number if their policy requires one.

How soon will I have the written report?

Usually the same day: a Harley Street face ultrasound comes with same-day results as standard, and you will already know the findings, because they are explained to you on screen during the appointment.

The written report is prepared by the specialist team and published to your secure patient portal together with your images, with measurements and a clear recommendation, ready to share with your GP or specialist.

What happens after the scan?

Nothing special: there is no aftercare needed. You can eat, drive and go back to work straight away. Diagnostic ultrasound at these intensities has no confirmed adverse effects, which is why it can be repeated safely for monitoring. If your results suggest a next step, your specialist explains it before you leave.

Can I still use the NHS afterwards?

Yes: completely. Coming to us privately never affects your NHS care. Our job is to get you answers quickly; if anything needs urgent attention, your specialist writes to your NHS GP recommending an urgent appointment, so you re-enter the NHS pathway with a diagnosis already in hand rather than joining the queue from the start.