Dermal Filler Information

Dermafillers (Juvederm®/Boletero®/Perfectha®/Teosyal®/Aliaxin® etc.) are crystal-clear, non-animal, biodegradable gels based on a natural substance, called hyaluronic acid that has been stabilised for longevity. These gels are injected into the skin in tiny amounts with a very fine needle. When injected into the skin, they produce volume that smoothes wrinkles or folds, shapes facial contours or enhances the lips in a natural way. These products can also be combined with local anaesthetic to reduce the discomfort following their injection.

Immediately after the treatment, there may be slight redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising and an itching sensation at the treated area. This is a normal result of the injections. The inconvenience is temporary and generally disappears in a day or two. If these symptoms continue, or if other reactions occur, please contact the clinic (via telephone or email). Until the initial swelling and redness have resolved, do not expose the treated area to intense heat (e.g. sun or solarium) or extreme cold.

After injection with dermal fillers, you should avoid touching the treated area for approximately 6 hours. After that, a light make-up can be applied and the area can be gently washed with a mild soap. Following treatment to the lips, swelling may take up to a week to settle, and the lips can look somewhat uneven. The result directly after the treatment should not, therefore, be looked upon as the final result.

If you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that the needle punctures could contribute to another cold sore eruption. If you are using aspirin or any similar medication, be aware that these may increase the bruising and bleeding at the injection site.

Finally, since dermal filler is a natural substance which dissolves over time, the benefit does not last forever. Most people choose to be treated again within 6 -12 months of the original treatment.

WHAT IS ALIAXIN® LIP FILLERS?

Aliaxin® is a new monophasic dermalfiller product range containing a combination of well-defined molecular weights of hyaluronic acid (HA) to obtain different biological and mechanical effects. Key features of the Aliaxin are high tissue integration and stability, resulting in natural, but at the same time long-lasting results. The Aliaxin range takes full advantage of HA characteristics, supporting not only the LIFT action (filling) but also the HYDRO action through rehydration and tissue stimulation. We are using both Aliaxin® FL and Aliaxin® GP for lips.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING LIP FILLERS PROCEDURE WITH ALIAXIN?

You will discuss your expectations of the outcome of treatment and whether this is the best treatment. Dr Mahadi will take a medical history to make sure Aliaxin® is suitable for you. Before and after photographs of your lips may be taken to show how successful your treatment has been. Prior to injection, you will be asked to sign a consent form. The area to be treated will be cleaned with an antiseptic wipe. Then, using a very fine needle and disposable syringe, small amounts of local anaesthetics will be injected in several points in your gums (like going to the dentist) to numb your whole lips for comfort. We are using cannula technique to carefully sculpture the lips by inserting a cannula at both sides of the mouth (via 2 small holes). The Aliaxin® fillers then will be injected into the body of the lips.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER TREATMENT?

After injection with Aliaxin® dermafillers, you should avoid touching the treated area for approximately 6 hours. After that, a light make-up can be applied and the area can be gently washed with a mild soap. Following treatment to the lips, swelling may take up to a week to settle, and the lips can look somewhat uneven. The result directly after the treatment should not, therefore, be looked upon as the final result. Aliaxin® should be used by trained members of the medical profession only. Injecting with a cannula often leaves patients with very little swelling, thus reduces the risk of lumpiness. This technique also does not cause much bruising. Individuals with a known hypersensitivity to hyaluronic acid. Pregnancy and breast feeding.

WHAT IS THE DURATION OF EFFECT?

The manufacturer IBSA claims that Aliaxin® is long-lasting and effective from 6 to 12 months and suggest that one or two treatments per year are sufficient. EXTRA CARE: Immediately after the treatment, there may be slight redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising and an itching sensation at the treated area. This is a normal result of the injections. The inconvenience is temporary and generally disappears in a day or two. If these symptoms continue, or if other reactions occur, please contact Amala Aesthetics (via telephone or email). Until the initial swelling and redness have resolved, do not expose the treated area to intense heat (e.g. sun or solarium) or extreme cold. Individual results may vary according to metabolic rate and lifestyle factors.