Fillers

Hyaluronic acid (HA) and Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHa) can be used to restore volume lost, hydrate and add volume to lips, and smooth wrinkles and creases on the face. Fillers are used to enhance your natural features. Results are seen instantly and can last 6-18months. Different types of fillers are used depending on client needs.

Starting at $850

  • Avoid blood-thinning medications and supplements for 1 week prior to appointment Medications and supplements to avoid:

    • Aspirin, ibuprofen, garlic, vitamin E, gingko biloba, St. John’s wort and omega 3

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages 24 hours before treatment

  • Do not make HA filler appointment 2 weeks before or after any vaccines, immunizations, procedures, illness, or dental work

  • We will not treat anyone pregnant or breastfeeding

  • Inform provider if you have a history of cold sores, antiviral can be prescribed

  • Starting Arnica (found in health food stores or Amazon) a couple days prior to procedure can assist with bruising

  • Please make appointments 3-4 weeks prior to any special events 

Pre-procedure:

  • Topical anesthetic will be used

  • Provider will pick out the appropriate type of filler for area of concern

  • Procedure can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour

  • Complications include bruising or swelling, and in rare cases- vascular occlusion (where the filler blocks a blood vessel)

  • If needed, there is a reversal agent for HA fillers called hyaluronidase and dispersion agent for CaHA fillers called sodium thiosulfate

The procedure:

  • Avoid strenuous exercise or anything that increases heart rate for 24 hours

  • Avoid significant movement or massage of the treated area unless instructed by provider

  • Avoid extensive sun or heat for 72 hours

  • Avoid consuming excess amounts of salts or alcohol to avoid swelling

  • Avoid makeup the first 24 hours after procedure

  • Sanitize anything you might put to your face (phones)

  • You can apply cool compress or ice pack to treated area for 15 minutes each hour to reduce swelling

  • Use Tylenol (acetaminophen) for discomfort, no NSAIDs (ibuprofen or aspirin) for first 24 hours as they can increase bleeding

  • Try to sleep slightly elevated and face up to help with swelling

  • Continue taking Arnica to help with bruising and swelling

  • Wait a minimum of 2 weeks prior dental work, immunizations, or laser treatments

  • Schedule follow-up appointment

Post-Procedure: