FILLERS - treatment areas

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

  • • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • · Plan 1-2 weeks of no major events in case you bruise or swell.

    · Taking blood thinners such as Aspirin, Advil, Aleve, Motrin, Fish Oil, Vitamin E and Vitamin A or consuming alcoholic beverages may cause an increase in the risk of bruising. Please receive Physician approval before stopping any prescribed medication.

    · Start Arnica tabs and or Arnica cream 3 days prior to your appointment to help minimize bruising, you may continue for 3-5 days after injections.

    · If you have a history of cold sores notify our office so a provider can prescribe cold sore medication.

    ·  If you are sick or have an active infection prior to your appointment please call the office to reschedule your injection appointment.

    ·  No vaccines 2 weeks before or after your filler appointment.

    · No dental work of any kind 2 weeks before or after your appointment.

  • · To minimize bacteria to injection sites, avoid touching the injected area for 24 hours. Keep hair and phone away from the treated area for several hours.

    · Avoid wearing make-up for 24 hours. When resuming makeup, please use clean brushes and sponges.

    · Avoid excessive heat or strenuous exercise for 24 hours, which may cause increase bruising.

    · Avoid laying on your face for long periods of time (side-sleeping, facials, massage) for 1 week.

    · If a cold sore develops, please continue medication as prescribed.

    · Please notify the office right away if there is pain, discoloration or blistering after any injection appointment.

    · Allow 2 full weeks for full healing and final results.

    · No dental work or vaccines of any kind for 2 weeks before or after your injection appointment.

    · Expect numbness & tingling, moderate swelling, redness, tingling, bruising and tenderness. Bruising typically fades in 7-14 days; some may last 4-6 weeks.

    · Use Arica Montana cream, gel, or tablets to minimize bruising.

    · Expect a dull ache and tenderness, which should subside in 48-72 hours. Mild non-painful swelling can last up to 2 weeks.

    · Apply a cold compress for swelling.

    · Take TYLENOL for mild pain.

    · Stay hydrated

    · Don’t massage the area for 1 week unless instructed by your Injector.

    · Avoid exposure to UV and extreme heat, including hot showers, hot tubs, saunas, and exercise for 24 hours.

    · Don’t consume alcohol for 24 hours.

    · Don’t smoke for 12 hours.

  • · If you develop swelling, puffiness or lumpiness which does not fade in 1 week with gentle massage.

    · The filler changes texture and becomes hard, nodular or lumpy, especially if there is redness or tenderness after 48 hours.

  • · Increasing pain near or above the site of the injection, which is getting worse over time, especially if associated with a pale area of skin indicating a lack of blood flow.

    · In rare cases, an urgent reversal or other medical interventions may be required immediately to prevent scarring. If it is after hours or you cannot reach us, go to your nearest Emergency Department.

    · Please try to contact us as soon as possible so we can advise other Medical Providers on the best course of treatment.