Skin boosters

With any injections there is some level of mild discomfort expected during the treatment, which goes very quickly following the procedure. A topical anaesthetic cream is applied prior to the treatment, which is very effective at numbing the areas prior to injection. Folllowing the procedure, there will be some redness and occasional bruising around the lines, or areas treated. Redness usually settles after 24-48 hours, and bruising may last from 3-5 days. A very fine needle is used throughout treatment to minimise discomfort. Our medical practitioner will ensure you feel comfortable and relaxed during the treatment.

All patients who visit Katrina Tootell will undertake a detailed medical consultation and assessment of their areas of concern with our skin expertise and our medical practitioner. This allows us to approximate the number of treatments based upon the expected level of improvement from treatment, as well as the baseline condition of the area(s) to be treated. Patients can expect to need between 1- treatments, which will depend upon individual age, the number of facial areas being treated, as well as the baseline condition of the skin.

Post procedure advise is explained to you in detail during your initial consultation, as well as on the day of treatment. We advise patients to withhold from consuming alcohol for 24 hours prior to, and following treatment, as well as abstaining from vigorous physical exercise and using a sauna. This is to reduce the risk of bruising as far as possible. Patients should withhold from touching/massaging the treated skin to reduce the risk of cross-infection.