Dermal Fillers
Everything You Need To Know About Dermal Filler Treatment
If you are considering a cosmetic procedure, it is important to understand that suitability, potential risks and expected outcomes vary between individuals.
A consultation with an appropriately trained and registered health practitioner allows your medical history, concerns and individual circumstances to be assessed before any procedure is considered. Your practitioner can explain the relevant procedure, potential risks, alternatives, aftercare and whether it is appropriate for you.
This information is intended to help you understand some of the factors that may be discussed during a cosmetic procedure consultation.
What are dermal fillers?
Dermal filler injections are a type of non-surgical and natural-looking cosmetic procedure that is used to improve the appearance of skin, reshape your face structure and enhance facial features such as by lip plumping or adding facial symmetry.
Dermal filler injections are most used to reduce wrinkles and lines, and fillers can be used to improve the texture and tone of the skin.
What to Discuss During a Cosmetic Procedure Consultation
Before deciding whether to undergo a cosmetic procedure, your practitioner should assess your individual circumstances and discuss the proposed treatment with you.
Your consultation may include discussion of:
- Your medical history and current health
- Your reasons for considering the procedure
- Whether the procedure is appropriate for you
- Potential risks and contraindications
- Expected recovery and aftercare
- Alternative treatment or management options
- What symptoms or complications may require follow-up care
You should have an opportunity to ask questions and make an informed decision before proceeding.
What are the benefits of dermal filler treatment?
- Reduces signs of aging through a more youthful appearance
- Improved skin texture and tone
- Anti-wrinkle treatment that reduces wrinkles and lines
- Immediate and long-lasting results
- Adds facial volume, fullness and restores facial balance
- Can help replenish and rejuvenate the skin
- Can restore volume to lips, cheeks, and mouth area
- Results can be seen within 24 hours of the injectable treatments
- Can smooth any folds and lines on the skin
- Very minimally invasive and typically doesn't require surgery
Risks and Considerations
Cosmetic procedures can involve risks and side effects, and the potential risks vary depending on the procedure, the individual patient and their medical circumstances.
Before any procedure, an appropriately trained health practitioner should discuss the relevant risks, contraindications, expected recovery and aftercare with you. Some complications can be serious and may require prompt medical assessment or treatment. Your practitioner should explain the potential warning signs and what you should do if you experience unexpected symptoms following a procedure.
The decision to proceed should be made after you have had an opportunity to discuss the procedure, its potential risks and alternatives with your practitioner.
What Happens in A Skin Check?
During a skin check, the doctor will examine your entire body using a handheld microscope which magnifies and illuminates the skin. This includes areas of the body that are not normally exposed to sunlight. The doctor will also examine particular areas of concern that you wish to bring up.
Any suspicious areas, moles, or lesions will be noted. If the need arises, the doctor will discuss with you a biopsy or excision treatment to remove a lesion. Otherwise, some moles may require only observation, which involves the use of digital photography.
It is recommended that you do not wear any makeup, artificial tanner, or nail polish to your check-up appointment. This allows the doctor to have an unobstructed view of your skin.
Is a Cosmetic Procedure Appropriate for Me?
Whether a cosmetic procedure is appropriate depends on your health, medical history, individual circumstances and the reason you are considering treatment. An appropriately trained and registered health practitioner can assess your circumstances and discuss whether a procedure is suitable, including potential risks, alternatives and expected aftercare. You should not proceed with a procedure until you have had an opportunity to understand the relevant risks and make an informed decision
Thinking About Getting A Dermal Filler Treatment? Contact Shire Doctors And Dentists
If you are considering dermal filler treatment, be sure to do your research first. This blog post will give you a basic understanding of what dermal fillers are and how they work. For more information on dermal filler treatment be sure to consult with an experienced doctor at Shire Doctors and Dentists and to visit our clinic.