Dermal Fillers

What to expect during and after treatment:         

First of all... try not to worry! 

Dermal fillers sometimes sound scarier than they really are, and most people after the treatment are relieved at how easy it is! I want your procedure to be comfortable and enjoyable as much as you do.

For some dermal filler treatments I routinely use anesthetic, and for other areas it is optional. I can give a topical anesthesia as a cream you apply in advance, or I can inject numbing medicine right before treatment. Our filler products are also mixed with lidocaine, which makes the injection more comfortable.

Everyone experiences pain a little differently, so it is hard to say how painful you will find your treatment with dermal fillers. Some people find them almost painless, others are more uncomfortable, but it is always worth the end result! I will explain everything that happens as we go along, so there will be no surprises.

The most common side effects after a dermal filler treatment are swelling and bruising. These side effects happen about half of the time, but they are not predictable. They vary from patient to patient and procedure to procedure. 

Lips and around eyes swell the most, for example. I recommend having a dermal filler treatment at least a month before a major event (wedding, vacation) or an event where you will have pictures taken. This will give you time to heal after treatment if you happen to get bruising or swelling.

You can use ice immediately after your procedure and for the next 24-48 hours if needed for swelling. 

Over the counter Tylenol is safe and effective if needed for any discomfort. Ibuprofen or Naprosyn are not recommended because it is thought they increase bleeding, and therefore bruising, but I have not found this to be the case in actual life, and personally take ibuprofen if needed for pain after filler injection.

 About Dr. Jenny

Dr. Jenny Weyler is a board certified physician and specializes in non-invasive anti-aging and body contouring  procedures.

Her practice, Aponi Aesthetics in Worcester, Massachusetts, is a patient-centered medical aesthetic practice that uses the latest technology and medical advances to rejuvenate your skin and restore your body to a more youthful appearance.