Although extremely rare, dermal fillers are able to migrate within the skin if consistent and adequate pressure is applied to them. For this reason, we advise patients not to get a facial, massage (on the treated skin), or microdermabrasion for the first two weeks following their filler injections.
After your dermal filler treatment, you should remain in an upright position for 3-4 hours and avoid rubbing or applying any pressure on the treated area. This will prevent the filler from migrating to other areas.
We advise our patients to wait 2 weeks after their filler injection to allow time for any swelling to subside and for the filler to “settle” into the skin.
This is largely because your dermal filler injection sites need to remain sterile and clear of all bacteria for at least six to 24 hours. Even using your fingers to apply makeup instead of brushes can be problematic because you should not be touching your face so soon after your treatment.
The answer is no. It may increase the risk of swelling and deformation on the injected site. Stay upright for three to four hours after your dermal filler treatment. Moreover, avoid touching or applying pressure to the treated part.
Sleep on your back for at least a week. Elevate your head with 2 pillows. Build a pillow fort around your head to keep from rolling over onto your face. Avoid sleeping on your side for a week.
It takes up to 4 weeks for the filler to fully integrate into the tissue and some fillers are more cohesive than others. The product is widely used to treat fine lines and wrinkles in the skin, smoothing them out and helping patients regain their confidence along with a brighter, more youthful appearance.
6 to 10 Hours After Treatment
Until the swelling and redness have resolved, avoid intense heat in the treated area(s). This includes sunbathing, tanning, saunas, hot tubs, or hot wax. To help alleviate swelling, we recommend an antihistamine during the day, such as Zyrtec or Claritin, and Benadryl at night.
This filler works naturally, much like the hyaluronic acid your body already produces. Because it works this way, it takes two to three weeks to fully settle into your skin. This means that while you'll see an immediate improvement, you won't see your final results right away.
Treating with 1ml at a time is certainly appropriate for some areas, such as volumising lips or having smaller tweakments into other areas of the face. Sometimes, however, more than 1ml may be required – in the cheeks, for example – as 1ml may not make a discernible difference.
No, fillers are not typically expected to look better over time. Although the results of fillers are usually visible after the procedure, the effects will only usually last for several months to over a year.
Can I sleep on my side after fillers? Yes, you can sleep on your side. Although, ideally you should sleep on your back for 24 to 48 hours after the treatment.
By day three, the swelling should be improved. Swelling will reach its peak at around 24-72 hours after treatment, at which point, it will begin to gradually subside. Occasionally, swelling can last for 1-4 weeks, but this isn't as common. Most people do see an improvement within 3 days.
Try to sleep on your back for 24-48 hours after filler injections.
Those who keep their skin healthy by moisturizing daily and staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water will enhance the water absorption effect of hyaluronic-based fillers. In doing so, you will help to keep the treated areas plump and wrinkle-free.
Dermal filler aftercare
Avoid pressure on the area for the first 48 hours (no face down massages). Avoid active cosmeceutical products (AHAs, retinols, vitamin C) and oil-based makeup for 24 hours. Avoid touching the face too to avoid infection.
Quality skin care products not only help minimise the effects of ageing but can also enhance the final results of your hyaluronic acid dermal filler treatment. Cleansing and moisturising regularly will help maintain your skins hydration and minimise the risk of developing further fine lines and wrinkles.
Even though the results of filler will be visible right away, migration can happen almost immediately, with a few days or weeks, or even up to years later in rare circumstances, depending on what the root cause of the issue is. “If overfilling is the culprit, it will be noticeable almost immediately,” says Dr.
The answer is almost always yes. Upon injection, dermal fillers may feel firmer or harden due to a healing response of the body. Additionally, the filler needs to settle into the correct and ideal position. Some fillers may feel firmer than others.
However, if the treatment area remains asymmetrical or distorted for more than 2 weeks, it may be a result of poor injection technique or cheek filler migration. An untrained injector may make the mistake of putting the filler in the wrong area, causing the cheeks to look disproportionate to other facial features.
– Salty & sugary foods – could cause you to excessively lick the lips, which could cause sensitivity or even infection. – Hot & cold drinks – these could lead to developing blisters or even burns, as your lips will be particularly sensitive.
Immediately after your treatment--things to avoid
Within the first day, for the first eight hours after your injection, do not do any of the following: exercise. strenuous activity. bending over.
For a day or two after your injections, swelling may affect your smile. Once the swelling subsides, you can smile freely after cheek filler.