Dermal Fillers aftercare
Immediately after treatment there may be some swelling, redness, itching and tenderness. This is a normal result of the injection and will settle. The swelling may remain for up to a few days, the other symptoms usually settle more quickly.
After injections to enhance lips, the swelling can persist for a week or more. During this time the lips can look uneven and so it is important to understand that the result immediately after injection will not always be the final result.
There can be bruising after the procedure and the risk of this is higher if you have used aspirin or anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen within the last two weeks. Bruising can be quite marked in some instances and the application of ice following treatment may reduce this.
During the procedure the practitioner will have massaged the filler material and the area injected. After Radiesse injections it is possible to continue massaging for the next 24 hours – this is not recommended unless specifically instructed to do so by the practitioners. This is because the area will have been massaged to the best result and should not need more manipulation. Massage also makes any swelling last longer.
Avoid applying make-up for 24 hours to the treated area – this is especially important for the lips.
If you have had cold-sores in the past there is a risk that the needle punctures can cause another eruption – you may need some tablets or cream from the practitioner who treated you to prevent this.
Hyaluronic filler treatments may last from 4 months up to 12 months, depending on the area treated, age, skin-type, lifestyle and muscle activity. Radiesse generally lasts significantly longer.
Fillers are broken down through the body’s natural processes and there are no permanent effects.
