Natural & Enhanced

Dermal Filler

What is Filler?

Hyaluronic acid fillers are a type of dermal fillers designed to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Unlike other anti-aging injections, HA—which is actually a sugar—naturally exists in the skin and is a key component in the skin's ability to retain water for a plump, hydrated complexion.

Filler can replace lost volume due to aging, enhance natural facial features and decreases the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Where can Filler be used?

Filler can be used for

Lips
Cheeks
Nasolabial Folds
Temples
Chin
Chin Shadows/Marionette Lines
Jawline
& more

How can I prepare for Filler?

Before your treatment:

Avoid Blood thinners (Aspirin, Motrin/Aleve, Ibuprofen, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Turmeric, St Johns Wort & Ginkgo Biloba) for 7 days before treatment.

Avoid Tretinoin, Glycolic Acid, AHA, waxing, bleaching or hair removal cream at least 3 days prior to treatment.

No antibiotics for at least 3 days prior to treatment.

Avoid alcohol and exercise 24 hr prior to reduce chance of bruising.

If you are prone to cold sores/herpes, please let your provider know.

No Filler within 2 weeks of a Dental visit.

You cannot receive Fillers if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, allergic to lidocaine or have a neurological disease.

Tips to decrease bruising:

Drink fresh pineapple juice or take a Bromelain supplement (contains anti-inflammatory enzyme)
1000mg Vit C AM & PM to help strengthen the walls of your blood vessels
Take Arnica supplements the week leading up to your appt— these are available online or at the Vitamin store.

What to expect?

Day of Treatment

Arrive to your appointment makeup free, we will cleanse your skin with antibacterial solution to start

We will walk you through the process, answer any questions and get started on the journey to a more confident you.

After your treatment

You may experience a mild to moderate amount of bruising/soreness for up to 2 weeks post treatment
Avoid makeup for 24 hrs after your treatment, to keep area clean
No rubbing/massaging the area during the healing process (2-3 weeks)
Avoid facial treatments, saunas and excessive heat for at least 48hr post treatment
No alcohol or exercise for 48 hrs after treatment
You may take Tylenol if you experience any discomfort
Gently apply ice in 10 min intervals if directed by provider
No facials, microneedling, dental visits (including cleanings) for 2 weeks post treatment
Please notify us of any pain, redness, drainage, blanching (skin turning white after compressed with slow capillary refill) or severe bruising. We are available by phone or text 757-769-7100 or reach out via email to our NP, Kirstie@AllureAestheticsVB.com