Fillers typically last 6-12 months on average; however, results vary from person to person. It is recommended that you maintain your Fillers and come in for "touch ups" to ensure that they last as long as possible. The average person will have a Filler treatment done 1-2 times per year.

The majority of patients only experience minor discomfort. Because the needles used for dermal fillers are so fine, patients experience very little pain and the procedure does not require anaesthesia. It should also be noted that many dermal filler products on the market today contain Lidocaine, a local anaesthetic, to help you feel more comfortable. When injecting sensitive areas, topical numbing creams can be used to further reduce discomfort.

If you are dissatisfied with the results of Hyaluronic-Acid-based fillers, you have the option of completely reversing the procedure. A solution called Hyaluronidase is simply injected into the treatment site and dissolves the filler within 24 hours.

You may experience mild redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising, or itching after your dermal injections. These side effects should subside in less than 7 days. Redness can be hidden with foundation or concealer. In general, most patients have little or no downtime, which means they can return to work and go about their daily lives.

Platelet-rich plasma injections may not be appropriate for a patient who:

• Has a medical condition that could worsen or spread with injections, such as an active infection, a metastatic disease, or certain skin diseases.
• Has certain blood and bleeding disorders
  Is undergoing anticoagulation therapy (and cannot temporarily suspend treatment).
• Is anemic.
• Is pregnant.