• How long will it take before I see results?

Results are expected almost immediately after your injection – or at the latest within 24 hours in cases of bruising.

• How long will the results last for?

In general, frown line filler injections last approximately 4-6 months. However, individuals with higher or lower than average muscle activity can expect proportionally higher or lower lasting results, respectively.

• Is the injection painful?

Filler injections are very routine and minimally invasive. Low to moderate discomfort will be experienced. With that said, prior to the injection, the area is anaesthetised using a strong numbing cream for maximum patient comfort.

• How long before I can go back to my normal life?

Some redness and irritation will be experienced during the administration of the injection, and you can almost immediately resume your normal activities with some limitations in order for your injections to work effectively (SEE AFTERCARE).

• Do I need a follow-up appointment after my injection?

Usually not. However, patients are offered a complimentary touch-up on ALL our wrinkle injections should they need to within 3 days of the appointment. This is facilitated as some individuals may prefer small adjustments once the treatment results settle in after the bruising disappears.

• Is the treatment safe? Any side effects?

Our senior practitioners will ONLY proceed with injectables having individually examined you on assessment against any contra-indications OR red flags considering your past & current medical history as well as your aesthetic goals.

You will be advised in writing and verbally on consultation about any possible treatment side effects.

You can carry on with your day as usual. However, we recommend the following:

• No makeup except that applied by your practitioner on the day of treatment
• No exercise on the day of treatment (the next morning is fine)
• Stay awake / not laying down for 4-6 hours after treatment (if possible)
• Avoid saunas, hot baths on day of treatment
• Do not consume any alcohol or anti-inflammatory pain medication (NSAIDS or aspirin) BEFORE or After (on day) of your wrinkle injection treatment; this is related to your increased risk of bruising
• If you are prone to bruising then please commence arnica tablets, 5 per day for 3 days before your wrinkle injection treatment
• No other facial treatments in the same area as you have had wrinkle injection for two weeks after treatment e.g. facials, Dermapen, laser (however it is fine to have dermal filler on the same day as often they are done in the same consultation)
• You will be advised of any additional instructions prior OR after your treatment with us