Can dermal filler treatments be safe? This is no doubt the question at the forefront of every potential patient’s mind as they contemplate their first injectable procedure. Well, dermal fillers are injectable treatments and are therefore never completely risk-free. The face is a complex structure made up of fat, skin, muscle, bone and blood vessels. So, it goes without saying that you really need to know your stuff to inject safely. Furthermore, following these steps can help reduce risk further:
High Quality Injectables
Using the highest quality injectables is so important when it comes to delivering safe treatments with natural looking results. Products from the Juvederm Vycross range, for example, are a great choice. It’s also important to remember that each individual product has been designed for specific areas of the face.
Expert Dermal Filler Injecting Techniques
Using the correct injecting techniques is key when it comes to reducing the risk to your patients. For example, in some cases a cannula technique may be recommended to limit entry points and the risk of vascular occlusion and infection. Using the correct technique for the right treatment can also help to reduce patient discomfort, bruising and swelling.
Cleanliness in Clinic
The highest standards of cleanliness are essential when administering injectable treatments. The patient’s skin should also be properly cleaned and prepped before any treatment takes place. The patient should also avoid wearing makeup on the area for at least 24 hours to avoid infection.
Slow and Steady
Taking a slow and steady approach to injecting will help limit risk and avoid the ‘over-filled’ look. Furthermore, spitting procedures into a number of sessions can help to build natural looking volume and definition. For example, when performing a lip filler treatment, it is advisable to begin with 0.5ml of product. His approach helps to ensure safe application as well as natural looking results.
Correct Product Placement
The correct product placement is absolutely paramount. Injecting into the wrong area of the face can have severe consequences for a patient. Knowing the exact points to inject will also help to achieve more effective and natural looking results.
Acting in the Best Interests of the Patient
Successful dermal filler treatments should work to boost the patient’s confidence and help them to feel the best version of themselves. With that in mind, a responsible injector should assess whether an injectable treatment is the best course of action for the patient. They should also be given the chance to explore other options, including the option not to have treatment at all. In some cases, signs of body dysmorphia may be displayed. In these cases, treatment could be detrimental to their psychological wellbeing.
Continued Dermal Filler Training
The aesthetics industry is continuously changing, with new techniques and products being introduced all the time. As a responsible injector it’s important to keep up to date with these developments so that you can continue to offer your patients the safest and most effective procedures.
Dermal Filler Aftercare
Drinking alcohol, flying and exercising are all things that can increase swelling and bruising following treatment. Sharing the correct aftercare advice with patients can be hugely beneficial when it comes to reducing these risk factors.
Aspiration
The aspiration technique is considered to be an essential safety step by many injectors. Before administering filler, the practitioner pulls back on the plunger following the initial insertion of the needle to check the entry point is not meeting a blood vessel. This is a super important safety step to reduce the chance of vascular occlusion.
Aspir8 Products
Our Aspir8 devices are designed to make dermal filler treatments safer for patients. The Aspir8 thumb ring is the debut product in our range of safety devices and is a must have for every responsible injector. The thumb ring snaps easily onto your syringe and enables you to aspirate with ease whilst improving stability and injector confidence. Find out more here.