What Can I Expect From a Dermal Filler Treatment?

In most cases, Dermal filler appointments will take about an hour. Most of this time will be with a numbing agent gradually numbing the skin. Sometimes when extensive lip treatments are being performed, we will opt to give a small, nearly painless, numbing injection to deaden the sensitive lip tissue prior to administering the dermal filler. In this case, your lip will remain numb for up to an hour following the session.

During the actual treatment you should be very comfortable, feeling only some mild pin pricks or stinging. Most patients are impressed at the ease of these treatments. If you are experiencing significant discomfort during the session please advise the plastic surgeon as there are often other remedies to ease any pain you might be feeling.

After the session a small amount of swelling and redness in the treated area is normal and to be expected. Typically the majority of this reactivity will be gone within several hours but on occasion can persist for several days. Bruising can occur. If you are susceptible to bruising or on blood thinners, please let your provider know prior to the treatment so extra precautions or recommendations can be made. Bruising will not affect the end result but can take up to 10 days to resolve when significant.

Eyelid Lift in Beverly Hills

The eyes begin to exhibit signs of aging in our third decade as tissues sag and fat deposits begin to appear. The outer parts of the upper eyelids sag at a higher rate, which causes the overall shape of the eyes to change from almond to round. Aged eyes give a tired look to the entire face. Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is among the most effective and popular ways to make a face look younger, especially when you consider the cost and the amount of work and compare it to other procedures.

As with any cosmetic surgery, it's best to know all you can before proceeding, and you have time to learn. A visit to Dr. Francis Palmer's web site can help you research. Then, a consultation with Dr. Palmer about your eyelid lift surgery in Beverly Hills will be a perfect learning experience as you explore the advantages and disadvantages of pursuing a younger-looking you.