FAQs

Results are noticeable after the first treatment and will continue to improve over time; the final results are visible after 6 weeks. Results typically last for anywhere between 1 – 3 years.

Factors such as genetics, sun exposure, use of SPF home care products, smoking, water intake, stress, or illness will influence results.

Surgical facelift, laser treatments, forehead/brow lift, EmbraceRF, or cosmetic treatments.

• Patients with excess skin laxity

• Active skin issue in the treatment area, including cold sores, sunburn, eczema, psoriasis, cancer

• Active or recent viral or bacterial infection (coughs, colds, flu)

• Autoimmune disorders

• Keloid scarring

• Medications: Roaccutane in past 12 months, photosensitive medications

• Abnormal platelet function or blood disorders

• Anti-coagulation therapy (Coumadin, Warfarin, Plavix, Aspirin, Lovenox)

• Allergies to product ingredients including local anaesthetic

• Pregnant or breastfeeding

• Temporary unwanted visual side effects may cause dissatisfaction or distress, and include an increase in asymmetry, swelling, lumps, bumps, puffiness, or surface irregularities.

• Bleeding, bruising, haematoma, damage to underlying structures may occur. In rare cases this could cause continuous problems in appearance, sensation or function and may require medical intervention to treat or may be permanent.

• There can be puckering/irregularity of the skin which
  will usually resolve spontaneously within several days after the treatment.

• The formation of nodules (lumps) or granulomas (a collection of inflamed cells) which may require removal or other treatment.

• Bacterial, viral or fungal infections can occur post procedure. Rarely infections can occur months later as biofilm reactions. Treatment in the lip area may trigger recurrence of cold sores which may require treatment.

• Reaction to the product and/ or local anaesthetic rarely occur but can include an immediate reaction causing swelling, and very rarely life-threatening anaphylaxis.

• Delayed reactions localised to the skin can cause nodules, lumps or bumps or very rarely sterile abscesses.

• Dissatisfaction: I understand that with all treatments the precise degree of improvement cannot be guaranteed. The outcome’s subjective nature also means dissatisfaction is a possible outcome regardless of effectiveness of treatment.

• I understand that the initial treatment of side effects and complications is included in the cost of the procedure and therefore no refund is issued due to any of the above occurring.

• - I understand that the results are temporary, and several sessions may be needed for optimal results and further expenditure will be required.

• Attend appointment with no jewellery, makeup, lotions, or SPF

• 2 weeks prior: avoid excess sun exposure

• 2 weeks prior: No antiwrinkle injections or dermal filler

• 3 days prior: no exfoliation, waxing, or hair removal in the treatment area

• 3 days prior: if prone to cold sores, take prophylactic medication

• 5 days prior: no products containing No products containing AHA’s, Vitamin A products, Retin-A, scrubs, or enzymes

• 2 days prior: avoid alcohol and stay hydrated

The procedure will usually result in swelling, redness, bruising, and tenderness.

Patients may experience a tight, pulling feeling. These effects are so common they can be considered a normal part of the process and will resolve over several days.

• If you have been given a garment: Wear 24/7 for 2 days and then at night for another 5 days

• Paracetamol is recommended for any pain. Avoid Ibuprofen

• Sleep and rest on 2-3 pillows for 3 days. From days 3 – 7: sleep flat. From day 7: side sleeping

• Wash skin with tepid water and a gentle cleanser - do so gently and with an upwards motion, don’t pull downwards

• No exaggerated facial movements for 72 hours

• Eat soft foods and avoid excessive chewing for 72 hours

• Don’t apply products containing AHA’s, Vitamin A products, Retin-A, scrubs, or enzymes for 5 days

• No strenuous exercise and heat (saunas, LED, hot showers) for 2 weeks

• Don’t scrub, exfoliate, or massage treatment area for 2 weeks

• No dental work for 2 weeks

• No smoking for 6 weeks