DERMAL FILLERS
Dermal fillers are injectable treatments used to restore and plump up soft tissue volume, smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and give lips and cheeks a naturally fuller look.
Common treatments include: lip filler, chin filler, nose filler, cheek filler, jawline filler, smile lines (nasolabial folds) filler, marionette lines filler
RESTORING VOLUME
ABOUT DERMAL FILLERS
Dermal fillers are injectable treatments made from various biocompatible materials, such as hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, or poly-L-lactic acid. These fillers are used to add volume, smooth lines and wrinkles, and enhance facial contours, providing a more youthful and refreshed appearance.
WHAT IT IS
During your complimentary consultation, our nurse injector will evaluate your skin condition, facial structure, and your concerns to select the best product for your needs. Filler will then be injected into your desired treatment area to add structure and volume to bring sunken skin back to the surface. Results are natural-looking and treatment is safe with little downtime.
HOW IT WORKS
The procedure can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on your selected treatment area(s). Mild swelling, bruising, and soreness may occur. You will see your results immediately and can last 6-24 months depending on filler and area.
WHAT TO EXPECT
FAQs
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• Please arrive with clean, makeup-free skin so that we may complete proper assessment & determine where to make injections.
• Avoid NSAIDS (i.e. Ibuprofen®, Advil®, Motrin®, Aleve®, Celebrex®), Fish oil, Gingko Biloba, St. John’s Wort and high doses of Vitamin E for one week prior to injection.
• Avoid Retin-A, Tretinoin, and Retinoids for three days prior to injection.
• Avoid drinking alcohol for 24 hours prior to injection.
• If bruise easily, may start Arnica tablets one day prior to treatment.
• No dental appointments two weeks prior or two weeks following injectable treatment.
• Clients who are pregnant or nursing are not eligible for neurotoxin treatment. -
Dermal fillers contain lidocaine, a common anesthetic, which helps patients tolerate the minor pinching feeling associated with injections. Injectable lidocaine and topical numbing agents can be utilized to lesson discomfort.
Additionally, applying ice before and after the procedure can lessen the discomfort.
We also offer distraction items, such as a vibration tool and squeeze balls.
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One of the things that makes dermal fillers so great is there's little downtime. Immediately after the treatment, there may be redness, bruising, swelling, tenderness and / or itching at or near the injection site. These symptoms are normal and should resolve within a few days. But for this reason we recommend scheduling your appointment at least two weeks in advance of a big event.
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Results can be seen immediately after treatment and will get better over the course of 2-3 weeks as the filler integrates with your own tissue. Filler can last anywhere from 6-24 months depending on the filler used and the injection area.
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We carry a range of dermal fillers from Allergan Aesthetics, Galderma, Revance Aesthetics, and Merz Aesthetics. Our Certified Aesthetic Nurse Injector will discuss best options to meet your goals during your consultation.
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• No makeup immediately following treatment.
• No lying down for four hours.
• Try to sleep on back for 24-48 hours post treatment. Do your best to avoid pushing face into pillow or surface, during this time, to prevent filler migration.
• Avoid touching your face for 24 hours post treatment, except to apply any topicals advised by provider.
• No exercise for 24 hours. Walking is okay.
• Avoid extreme heat or cold for 24 hours.
• No facials for two weeks.
• For lip injections only: no straws, smoking, heavy kissing, or oral sex for two weeks post treatment.