Injectable Artistry is where a cosmetic nurse or doctor (i.e., “injector”) will inject filler and collagen stimulators to improve the contour of the face and body. At Blue Halo Med Spa we use many different types of dermal filler to add structure, framework and volume to the face and lips.
While there are inherent risks to every procedure, having a well-trained, educated, and experienced injector will help to ensure the desired results of the treatment. At Blue HaloMed Spa, we invest heavily in ongoing training and education of our injectors so that you can rest assured you will receive the best outcome possible.
Most of the dermal fillers used at Blue Halo Med Spa contain hyaluronic acid to promote elasticity, and moisture, strengthen skin structure, and to help smooth out wrinkles and folds with no downtime. Dermal fillers can add volume while creating a natural-looking lift for a younger-looking appearance. Some dermal fillers are made with Calcium hydroxylapatite(CaHA) which provides immediate contouring plus stimulation of collagen and elastin production. Another product called Sculptra isa poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) based collagen stimulator is often used along with dermal fillers to improve the volume loss created by weight loss and natural aging. At Blue Halo Med Spa, we also utilize utologous fat injections (Fat Transfer) to contour and replace lost volume.
The procedure varies with the filler your dermatologist will use, the part of the body to be treated, and your medical history. Here are some general guidelines about what you can expect:
Most patients can return to their everyday activities after leaving the office. To reduce any redness and swelling from the injections, your dermatologist may recommend icing the area for 15 to 20 minutes before you leave. Before you leave the office, you should be able to apply makeup.
This varies with the filler. Most fillers do not cause downtime. Be sure to ask your injector whether you will have downtime. Some bruising, redness, and swelling is to be expected but can be lessened by taking arnica and eating fresh pineapple. Prior to having injectables it is advised to avoid using vitamin E and Ibuprofen as they cause thinning of the blood and create more bruising.
This also varies with the filler. Most fillers fill the skin, so they produce immediate—or close to immediate—results. A filler also can stimulate your body to produce collagen, but this takes time.
To get natural-looking results, the person injecting the filler must have expertise in placing the filler. It is best to take a conservative approach to increasing volume and fuller lips for a more natural look.
Most fillers offer temporary results and require repeat treatments to maintain the results. Temporary fillers offer one key advantage. These can be injected as needed to replace lost fullness. This is advantageous because no matter what we do, our skin continues to age. Other stimulators last longer as they increase your own collagen and elastin. Fat transfer generally lasts approx. Three years or longer.
BOTOX® Cosmetic and Dysport®: With BOTOX and Dysport, you can reduce or eliminate frown lines, crow’s feet, forehead wrinkles and neck bands.
Injectable Fillers: These treatments are meant to adjust certain cosmetic irregularities. We provide a wide range of injectables.
Discover why the JUVÉDERM® collection of gel dermal fillers may be right for you.
KYBELLA®: Eliminate your double chin with KYBELLA, the first and only injectable treatment approved by the FDA to reduce the fat just below the chin.
Sculptra® Aesthetic helps stimulate your skin’s natural collagen production and works subtly, gradually over time for a more youthful-looking appearance.
This specialized filler actually increases your own collagen levels while restoring volume to sunken areas
Sculptra® Aesthetic helps stimulate your skin’s natural collagen production and works subtly, gradually over time for a more youthful-looking appearance.
