Things to Consider Prior to Cosmetic Procedures

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All cosmetic procedures have the potential for risks and complications; however uncommon they may be. It is important that you are aware of these, to enable you to make an informed decision of both the benefits and potential risks involved. A thorough consultation is always conducted prior to treatment.

 

All procedures at Enhance Aesthetics are carried out by a qualified and experienced cosmetic nurse with a strong focus on patient safety and natural results.

 

Anti-Ageing Treatments

 

Common Side Effects (usually temporary and mild):

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·         Redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection site

·         Mild headache

·         Temporary drooping of the eyelid or eyebrow (ptosis)

·         Asymmetry or uneven results

 

Less Common but Possible Risks:

 

·         Allergic reactions (rare)

·         Dry eyes or excessive tearing

·         Difficulty swallowing or speaking (if injected in high-risk areas, very rare)

·         Resistance to treatment over time due to antibody development (rare)

·         Double vision

·         Pins and needles or numbness

·         Nausea or flu-like symptoms (rare)

·         Product ineffectiveness is also possible. 

·         Botulinum Toxin contains a small amount of human albumin. The risk of a viral infection is rare, but cannot be eliminated completely                  when using blood products

 

Volume Enhancing Treatments

 

Common Side Effects 

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Common injection-related reactions include redness, swelling, pain, itching, bruising and tenderness at the injection site. These reactions are generally mild to moderate and usually last less than 7 days after treatment.

 

Other less common or rare side effects include without limitation:

·         Discolouration

·         Nodules

·         Mass/induration

·         Infection/abscess

·         Allergic or inflammatory reactions (e.g., delayed-onset nodules)

·         Acne-like formations

·         Granuloma

·         Hypersensitivity reactions

·         Ischemia/necrosis

·         Vascular occlusion — when filler is accidentally injected into a blood vessel, which can lead to tissue damage or, in very rare cases,              blindness

·         Atrophy/scarring

·         Long-term or delayed swelling or nodules

·         Migration or movement of the filler material

·         Reactions of herpes infection (cold sores) in susceptible patients that are carriers of HPV

·         Rash

·         Telangiectasia (visible blood vessels)

·         Hives

 

Reactions can arise a few days, weeks or months after injection. These reactions are generally mild to moderate and self-limiting with an average duration of 2 weeks, however, there have been some cases where reactions have been recurring and have lasted for several months. If this should occur, further medical assessment and treatment is required.

In the case of an adverse reaction, further short-term use of treatments for anaphylaxis, hyaluronidase to dissolve dermal filler, antibiotics oral/topical or the long-term surgical removal of filler.

 

 

Important Notes:

·         A thorough consultation and facial assessment are performed prior to any treatment to minimise risks.

·         Injectable treatments should not be used with women who are pregnant or breastfeeding or under the age of 18 years old.

·         Some HA dermal filler products contain lidocaine and must not be used on individuals with known hypersensitivity to lidocaine or                    amide-type local anaesthetic agents.

 

If you experience any unusual symptoms or side effects after your treatment, it’s important to contact us promptly for review, guidance and management.

 

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