Dermal Fillers

• Dermal Fillers are created from hyaluronic acid, which is a naturally occurring substance in our bodies. When it’s used in the right hands with the right amounts, it creates beautiful and natural volume. The use of fillers can eliminate and soften deeper lines and folds, plump and hydrate lips, and replace soft-tissue volume loss in the cheeks to contour & restore cheek structure while also slimming the face.

• As we age, our collagen and elastin production decreases and our skin becomes more susceptible to folds, wrinkles, and we begin to lose facial volume. Because of the loss of elasticity, the volume starts to decrease in the upper face and increase in the lower face. Facial fillers can help lift, rejuvenate, and soften signs of aging, providing a solution to enhance your own beautiful features.

Just before the actual treatment the area will be cleaned and you may be given a topical anesthetic to numb the area prior to injection. Many filler products also contain lidocaine, a mild anesthetic, which is intended to help minimize discomfort during and after your treatment.

Results are visible immediately after treatment! The healing process then begins which involves swelling for about 3-7days, depending on the amount injected, the area injected and your body. Final results show about 2-3 weeks after your injection.

How long the effects of dermal fillers last depends on the product, the area of treatment, and how fast your body metabolizes. Most fillers will typically last between 6-18 months - up to 2 years.

Please avoid any dental work including teeth cleaning two weeks before and two weeks after.

Avoid the use of Aspirin, NSAIDS, Ginko Balboa, Green Tea, Flax Oil, Vitamin A and E, and essential fatty acids for up to 1 week pre and post injections as they will increase your risk of bruising.

Avoid alcohol and caffeine 2 days prior to your appointment to minimize bruising. Alcohol and caffeine act as a blood thinner and may cause more swelling.

Do not plan any workouts that would cause sweating or excessive heat, facial waxes, massages, or facials after your appointment.

You can not get your lips done if you have a healing or active cold sore. Please wait 2 weeks after your cold sore is completely healed to get lip filler.

Avoid extended UV exposure until and redness/bruising has subsided. Always apply a sunscreen SPF30+ when exposed to sun.

Avoid any vaccinations within two weeks of injections. Vaccines can result in increased swelling of the treatment area.