Angela provides Consultations on
Reducing the Appearance
of Volume Loss and Wrinkles
As we age our face changes in many ways. The underlying bony facial structure changes and we develop bone loss in certain areas of the face resulting in an aged appearance and volume loss .
Because we no longer have the fat plumping out the tissues, the skin begins to droop leading to the development of jowls and a tired sunken face. Our once elastic and perfectly plumped skin is now drooping and in desperate need of rejuvenation.
Treatments for this can correct and support the underlying facial structures and restore lost volume resulting in soft youthful curves.
Treatments for Volume Loss
After consultation, Angela provides treatments for:
sagging skin (in the jowl area)
improvement of skin texture and tone
increasing the appearance of lip volume and reshaping
turning up mouth corners
increasing the fullness of cheeks
reducing nasolabial folds
correcting tear trough hollows
increasing the definition of jawline and chin projection
improvement of acne scars
reducing crow’s feet
hydrating hands
reducing the appearance of marionette and accordion lines
MOST- ASKED QUESTIONS
Which areas can be treated?
Almost any area in the face to correct volume loss and fill lines. This includes cheeks, temples, lips, lip lines, marionette lines, nasolabial folds and jawline. Treatment can also be used in the hands.
How long does it last?
This depends on which product is used. Generally the product can last anywhere between 9 months to two years. Larger areas such as the cheeks a highly robust product is used which lasts about two years whereas a lighter product for an area such as the lips will last approximately 9 -12 months. We only use the best products to ensure the most natural and long lasting results.
Is it painful?
The product contains a local anaesthetic so after the first few treatments it’s relatively painless. Ice and topical anaesthetic is also used for the lips.
Is it safe?
Yes. The product is made from a sugar that naturally occurs in the matrix of our skin. It is this sugar that gives our skin its volume. Allergic reaction is extremely rare.
Are there any side effects?
As with any medical treatment there are some general side effects -bruising, swelling, redness and infection may occur, however infection is very rare. Very rare also is necrosis of the skin, migration of the product to another area. Lumps may be felt under the skin however these usually resolve within a week or two after the treatment has settled.
Is there anything I can do to prevent bruising?
No matter how careful and gentle we can be, sometimes bruising is hard to avoid because your face is highly vascular. There are a few things you can do beforehand to minimise the chance of bruising.
Avoid drinking alcohol before and after the treatment.
Avoid taking aspirin, Vitamin E, Gingko Biloba, Anti-inflammatories (Nurofen) and fish oil for 3 days before the treatment. Seek advice from your dr before ceasing blood thinners such as warfarin or Plavix.
A herbal preparation called arnica which is available from most pharmacies can be taken before and after the treatment. It is available in tablet, sublingual and topical cream preparations.
Can treatment be reversed?
Yes. If for some reason you don’t like the treatment then it can be dissolved.