Non-surgical injectable treatments and cosmetic dermatology

Yes, most non-surgical aesthetic treatments and cosmetic dermatology regimes are safe and can be discussed after a thorough skin assessment in clinic.  

Some treatments need to be avoided or altered to ensure melanin, the substance in your skin that gives its unique colour isn't damaged.  

It takes about 10-14 days for results to show post treatment and for the product to take full effect. 

There are ways to help ensure you achieve optimum results both before and after treatment which will be discussed in clinic.  

This is dependent on the treatment used - however a general rule is 3-4 months but can vary from person to person  and on the area of treatment.  

Treatments for fine line and wrinkles are considered a safe and effective non-surgical treatment when carried out by a qualified and licensed aesthetic practitioner.  

Side effects are rare but can include temporary localised inflammation, bruising, swelling or numbness - these will be discussed during your consultation.   

For relief of symptoms associated with bruxism results should take around 7-10 days however this can be dependent on the person.  

For lower face and jaw reshaping, this will take longer and may  require more than one treatment spaced out over a period of time to achieve optimal results.  

Masseter reduction and jaw remodelling treatments have minimal pain associated with it and is over in a matter of minutes - if you are concerned about this we are more than happy to discuss this with you.  

Results are not permanent and will require further treatments however can last between 3 and 6 months depending on the person.  

Symptoms include excessive sweating irrespective to environment temperature, exercising or feeling anxious or stressed and can affect underarms, face, feet and hands.   

Reduced sweating usually lasts around 4 to 6 months, varying from person to person.  

Further treatments can be done to help maintain reduced sweating in the affected area of the body.  

No, there is not evidence that the use of treatment injections for hyperhydrosis in an area of concern will cause compensatory sweating in other areas of your body.  

Dermal fillers are a gel like substance and  mostly consist of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance present in skin and cartilage.   

 Dermal fillers last at varying time frames from person to person however a generally anywhere between 12 – 18 months. 

Dermal fillers are  a recognised and minimally invasive aesthetic procedure. They are perfectly safe if treatment is provided by an experience and qualified professional with appropriate skills and knowledge of facial anatomy.    

The number of treatments needed is dependent on numerous factors including age, area of treatment, skin condition being treated and skin condition and damage in general.  

Usually 3 - 6  treatments are required which are spaced out between 2 and 4 week intervals.  

Topical anaesthetic cream will be used prior to the procedure so minimal to no discomfort should be felt.  Some areas are more sensitive when being treated even with the use of topical anaesthetic cream however should be manageable.  

Yes, micro needling is a safe and effective treatment for numerous skin conditions with minimal side effects associated with its use.  Localised erythema confident to the area of treatment is normal and usually disappears 24 hour post procedure allowing minimal disruption to your day and little to no recovery time post procedure.  

Polynucleotide injectables is a gel based skin booster designed to enhance skin quality by employing filtered, ultra purified and sterilised DNA fractions, derived from fish and help to rejuvenate the skin at a cellular level.  

Numbing cream is used prior to the treatment but clients do say it is a bit more stingy than other injectables because it is injected into the dermal layer of the skin - the discomfort only lasts for the duration of the injection.  

More than one treatment is suggested - a complete course of 3 in total and then once a year for maintenance - this will help to stimulate collagen and elastin production at a cellular level and promote skin cell hydration year round.  

Cost varies according to the individual and their skin condition and needs to be determined after a thorough skin assessment.  

Initially products are used to help restore and rejuvenate the skin before additional products are added to help combat the condition of concern.  

Results can take time when using prescribed skin care  however vary depending on the person and the condition being treated.  

No, it is perfectly safe to have non-surgical aesthetic treatments when using prescribed skin care however some products may need to be stopped before and after treatment for a period of time to avoid adverse reactions or skin damage.