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Facial Balancing with Dermal Fillers

HA Fillers

A dermal filler is an injectable gel that is used at different depths to fill in collagen loss and/or wrinkles, soften creases, provide volume, and augment and contour facial features for a smoother or fuller appearance. Often used to address signs of aging, as we naturally lose volume through the face as we age. 

 

These gel-like fillers are naturally derived and will be absorbed by the body and are FDA approved. We use a hyaluronic acid type of filler, which is a synthetic version of a naturally-occurring sugar our body makes. You should see results instantly however it does take 2-4 weeks for them to settle completely! 

The trusted brands of FDA approved fillers that we use at TAM include Restylane, Revance and Evolysse.

Treatment areas and use cases

HA Filler results:

The TAM approach to Fillers

Our approach at The Aesthetic Method is always on full face balancing. Licensed medical providers, who are experienced injectors, will consult with you on the outcomes you are looking for and we will make a recommendation for the areas to be treated.

This approach takes in your full facial appearance, not just one area of the face. In your initial consultation, we will discuss what areas we recommend for treatment based on the outcomes you’re looking for.

Working on only certain areas at a time can produce unnatural and uneven appearances. This is not what we want for you. We will balance your face, treating these areas harmoniously for a natural, enhanced appearance after treatment.

Identify Aging

In this step we identify areas we see aging or other skin conditions and discuss your goals. Our team members of injectors, licensed estheticians and laser technicians are experienced at helping you recognize areas for improvement.

Balance for Natural Results

We want to enhance your natural beauty with aesthetic treatment to attain natural and realistic results. Our recommendations will focus on facial proportion correction and balancing to achieve this.

Develop Plan

Your plan will include the aesthetic procedures, skin rejuvenation, and anti-aging treatments or other beauty goals you are trying to achieve for facial harmony.

What to expect from your HA Filler treatment at TAM

Preparing for Your Dermal Filler Appointment

We typically recommend avoiding large amounts of alcohol 72 hours before, caffeine day of, and any NSAIDS/Blood thinners 1 week prior to your treatment to minimize bleeding/bruising. Please consult your physician before stopping any prescription medications.

There is a higher chance of bruising with dermal filler treatments than with Botox, so some clients may take arnica tablets 4-7 days prior to their treatment, but it is not necessary. Arnica is an over-the-counter homeopathic medication that helps prevent bruising, found in most pharmacies.

At Your Dermal Filler Appointment

You can expect to spend about 45 minutes at your dermal filler appointment. Dermal fillers are minimally invasive and most clients are very comfortable during treatment. Our fillers contain lidocaine and we also numb you before. If at any time you feel uncomfortable, we are happy to give you more numbing. Or if you are anxious we offer Nitrous Oxide aka “laughing gas!”

After Your Dermal Fillers Appointment 

Please DO NOT massage or manipulate the area treated as this may alter your results. This is especially important in the first 6 hours following treatment as that is when the filler is most malleable.

Please drink LOTS of water. Hyaluronic acid fillers work by absorbing water so the more you drink, the more beautiful your results.

If you are experiencing swelling, you may ice the area for 10 minutes at a time. Please be sure to take a 10-minute break between ice applications as it is easy to give yourself frostbite if the ice pack is left on for too long.

We recommend you do not exercise for 24-48 hours as this will increase swelling.

Keep in mind some treatments may have different aftercare instructions so these may not all apply to your specific service. We will go over everything at your appointment that applies.

Expected timeline

The rule of thumb is to not love or hate your filler for 2-4  weeks. Depending on what area is treated, there may be several days of swelling, bruising, and the filler will feel firm. Swelling resolves within 3-4 days and bruising resolves within a week if it occurs at all. The filler will feel firm for the first 2 weeks and may feel lumpy but will soften as it settles and feel softer.

If you are prone to bruising, ask about our signature anti-bruising protocol at your appointment!

To achieve Full Face Rejuvenation, you may need multiple filler appointments over the course of 6-12 months.  

Dermal fillers last different amounts of time depending on the product and placement. Some dermal fillers last 6-12 months while others last 18-24 months. On average, most clients will come in at least once to twice a year to maintain their results.

Booking Your Dermal Fillers Appointment at our Metro Detroit Medical Spa in Ferndale, MI

READY FOR A CONSULTATION?

If you’re a new client with us, your first appointment will be a consultation. We will go over what you’re trying to achieve and create a customized treatment plan for you. 

New and existing clients can book online. You are required to enter your credit card information before you can book your appointment. You will receive an email after booking with a link to our “Patient Portal”. You can change, cancel and fill out new patient paperwork in the Patient Portal. Make sure you check your spam folder if you do not receive the email. 

 If you need additional help or do not see an appointment that works for you, please call or email us.

Our Location

409 E Nine Mile Road, Suite 100
Ferndale, MI 48220

Hours
Monday–Thursday
10am–6pm

Phone
313-992-6659

Service Area

Our service area includes Birmingham, Huntington Woods, Beverly Hills, Bloomfield Hills, Royal Oak, Berkley, Southfield, Madison Heights, St Clair Shores, Troy, and Detroit — all within a quick 15-minute drive to our Ferndale medspa.