Facial Volume
Some treatments to address facial volume loss have been used in for over 20 years. They are made from a sugar molecule (a polysaccharide that forms long molecular chains) that is also found in our bodies (eyes, joints, cartilage and skin), and are a hydrophilic substance, meaning they bind water. Treatments to address facial volume are often for the cheekbones, lips, chin and jawline structures. Different areas of the face may require different treatments. This will be discussed in your consultation.
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"Smokers" lines
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Marionette Lines
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Neck Lines
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Treatments to address volume vary from person to person. Some people experience short-lived results, and for others, results can last for years.
Treatments to address facial volume are usually quite comfortable. Michelle will discuss how she can help minimise discomfort during your consultation.
Every treatment comes with the risk of bleeding, bruising and swelling at the injection site. Please allow 2 weeks for bruising and swelling and it takes 4 weeks for the treatment to settle. Some minor lumps and bumps are normal during these initial 4 weeks. Common risks include redness, swelling and bruising at the treatment site. Other rarer risks include infection, spread (migration), and delayed onset inflammatory reactions or nodules/ granulomas and vascular compromise, very rarely leading to tissue damage, permanent scarring, stroke, blindness and death. It is important to disclose all medical history to your treating practitioner to determine if you're a suitable candidate for treatment, as some underlying medical conditions and medications may increase risks with your treatment.
- Please do not wear any make-up to your appointment. This carries a large risk of infection.
- Avoid alcohol the day before and of your treatment.
- No exercise on the day.
- If you're taking any blood-thinning medication (e.g. fish/krill oil, ginseng, green tea, ibuprofen, anti-inflammatories) that isn't under the direction of your GP, it is advised to avoid them for 2 weeks prior to injection to prevent an increased risk of bleeding and bruising.
- No dental work for 4 weeks before treatment (this includes check-up and cleans).
- No vaccines for 2 weeks prior.
- You must be well (no flu-like symptoms), and must not have any recent or current infections, anywhere in the body.
- Avoid sun exposure. Sunburnt skin cannot be treated.
- The skin barrier must not be compromised. Any facial treatments that cause downtime must be done in advance to your filler injection.
- You must not have any active cold sores at the time of your treatment.
- No make-up until the following day.
- Avoid alcohol for the day of and after your treatment.
- No exercise for 24 hours.
- Do not apply pressure to the treated areas for 2 weeks.
- No facial treatments for 2-4 weeks post treatment.
- Avoid excessive hot temperatures such as Turkish baths, sauna, steam rooms for 4 weeks.
- No dental work for 4 weeks.
- No vaccines for 2 weeks.
- We advise not to fly abroad for 1 week post treatment in the rare event you need a review for a potential complication.