Dermal Fillers

• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before treatment to reduce bruising
• Pause non-essential blood-thinning supplements such as fish oil and vitamin E for a few days where safe
• Avoid booking within two weeks of a major event to allow for settling
• Arrive with clean skin, free of make-up on the treatment area
• Tell your practitioner about any history of cold sores if lips are being treated

After cleansing the skin, numbing cream may be applied, and many fillers also contain a local anaesthetic for comfort. The filler is then injected into the target area using a fine needle or a blunt-tipped cannula, and the practitioner moulds it into shape as they go. You may feel mild pressure during placement. Treatment usually takes thirty to forty-five minutes depending on the area, and results are visible immediately. An aftercare guide is provided before you leave.

0–24 hours

• Avoid touching, pressing or massaging the area for 24 hours unless advised
• Skip strenuous exercise, saunas and heat for 24 to 48 hours
• Avoid alcohol for the first 24 hours
• Keep the skin clean and avoid make-up for the rest of the day
• Sleep slightly elevated for the first night if you have swelling
• Attend a review if you have any concerns or would like an adjustment