This procedure will be done by your provider by using a small injectable filler which has a tiny needle. The filler will then be then injected into targeted areas of your skin, to boost the skin’s supply of hyaluronic acid. Just 1 gram of Hyaluronic Acid will hold up to 6 litres of water by drawing in moisture from air, thus helping your skin in keeping it moisturized. The dermal fillers will help in volumizing your face and smooth out facial lines by plumping the skin and working in place of lost collagen.

During your consultation, your medical professional will examine your facial structure and mark specific points on your face to get a clear idea on the appropriate areas that are to be injected during the treatment. Your treatment goals, medical history, and side effects from the treatment will be discussed too. You are required to also list out any medications that you are currently on, along with any other cosmetic procedures that you may have undergone in the past, with your doctor. The following recommendations will be made to you before your dermal filler treatment:

• Avoid blood thinning over the counter medications including Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, and Aleve
• Avoid supplements including Vitamin E, Omega 3, Ginkgo biloba, garlic, ginger, ginseng, primrose oil, and St John’s wort
• Avoid alcohol and green tea

• Avoid shaving, waxing, plucking, bleaching, or threading on the area that is t be treated. Refrain from using hair removal creams as well.
• Avoid topical products that contain Retinol, Retinoid, Tretinoin (Retin-A, Steivaa), Glycolic Acid, and other exfoliating agents.
• You may consider taking Arnica if you are more prone to bruising.

• Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages.

• Vaccinations should be avoided before the treatment.
• Tooth whitening, tooth bleaching, dental scaling, and other dental procedures should be avoided for 4 weeks before and after the treatment.

Dermal filler treatments are typically painless procedures and only take about 15 – 30 minutes (depending on individual needs). This is the reason they are famously known as - the lunchtime cosmetic procedures! However, a topical numbing cream or an ice pack will be applied if you are more prone to pain. Do not apply any makeup before the treatment, The area that is to be treated will be cleaned with an antibacterial agent before injecting. More than one filler may be required depending on your treatment goals and area of treatment. Your medical professional will clean out the markings after the procedure, and slightly massage the treated area to reduce any swelling.

Immediate results can be seen in majority of the cases after dermal fillers treatment. These results can last anywhere from six to twelve months after the session, before the body starts to absorb the HA fillers. However, more than one procedure is needed to obtain optimal results. Your doctor will discuss a treatment timeline that will help you reach and maintain your treatment goals. Since this is a minimally invasive procedure, you can resume your daily activities immediately, but keep in mind to avoid intense physical activities and other facial treatments for 24-48 hrs after the procedure. Stay hydrated and gently massage any lumps with clean hands. Avoid applying makeup for the first 24 hours after treatment and apply an ice pack if you notice any swelling or bruising.