Dermal Fillers

WHAT ARE DERMAL FILLERS? 

Dermal fillers are used for facial aesthetic treatments and are injected into the skin. They are designed to effectively reduce the appearance of wrinkles, create volume and contour and to revitalise the skin. Dermal fillers are made up of Hyaluronic acid which is a substance that naturally exists in your body. Hyaluronic Acid is a water loving molecule that absorbs up to 400 times its weight in water.

 

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Dermal Fillers work by boosting the skins supply of hyaluronic acid, dermal fillers revitalise and add volume to the skin, instantly diminishing the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Dermal fillers are a soft injectable gel consisting of stabilized, non-animal hyaluronic acid. the gel closely resembles the hyaluronic acid that exists naturally in our body. It is long lasting but not permanent. As we age, the natural collagen and elastin in the skin lessens, as cells lose their ability to produce more of their youthful component. The skin becomes dryer, thinner and less able to fix itself.  By lifting and smoothing targeted folds and wrinkles by adding subtle volume, dermal fillers can make a difference to a person’s appearance, restoring your youthful definition and rejuvenating your appearance.

 

TREATMENT TIME

30-60 mins

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

Upon booking you will recieve a consent form to fill in before your appointment. This will help us determind if you are suitable for the treatment. you will then come in for a consultation with the practioner who will answer any questions you may have.

Dermal Fillers are not suited for anyone with the following contra-indications

• Allergies or known intolerant reactions to hyaluronic acid or mannitol.

• Skin inflammation or

• Anyone susceptible to hypertrophic scarring.

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women.

• Those taking certain medications, including antibiotics and chemotherapy. 

We will supply you with a numbing cream to apply to the treated area and leave it on for 15 minutes. The practioner will deliver the treatment using a pre packed, and sterile needle.

During the treatment, you may experience mild discomfort.

Prior to treatment to help lessen bruising, you should avoid medications that make you bleed easier. These include:

• Aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E, Fish oil or Omega-3-Fatty Acid. These should be stopped 7 days prior to augmentation.

• Avoid alcohol in the 24hrs before.

• If you are on prescription anticoagulants, check with your doctor before stopping your normal routine.

• If you get regular cold sores, the stress of lip filler can sometimes bring on an outbreak. To prevent this, you should take preventative antiviral medication starting the day before your procedure. Please note, I cannot guarantee that you wont have an outbreak.

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PRE TREATMENT ADVICE:

Avoid Alcohol at least 24 hours prior to your appointment (Alcohol may thin the blood, therefore aiding swelling and bruising)

Avoid Blood thinning medicine such as Aspirin & Ibuprofen for 1 week prior to treatment

Avoid Caffeine 24 hours prior to treatment

If you are concerned about swelling or bruising, it is advisable to take Arnica 2-3 days prior to appointment

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DOWN TIME

Generally swelling and bruising after a filler treatment varies from person to person, please allow up to 14 days for swelling or bruising to go down. If you have any concerns after 14 days. Please get in touch.

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AFTERCARE ADVICE

The treatment area will swell after the procedure. Sometimes swelling can make the area look uneven don’t be alarmed. The swelling is most noticeable for the first 24-72 hours then gradually subsides.

The majority of the swelling will be gone by day 3, but please allow up to 14 days for full swelling and bruising to go down.

 

Aftercare advice

• Use ice on the treated to help reduce swelling.

• Avoid heavy exercise for 24 hours.

• Avoid wearing makeup for 12 hours after procedure.

• Avoid Alcohol.

• Apply Arnica cream to help reduce swelling and bruising.