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Aloha Med Spa offers a comprehensive portfolio of treatments for common skin concerns as well as specific aesthetic goals.
Cheek Filler
At Aloha Med Spa, we prioritize understanding your aesthetic goals through an in-depth consultation, allowing us to tailor cheek filler treatments that enhance your natural contours and achieve your desired look.
Cheek filler is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure involving the injection of dermal fillers to enhance the volume and definition of the cheeks. This treatment provides an immediate lift and can create more pronounced cheekbones, contributing to a more youthful and balanced facial appearance.
For optimal results, initial cheek filler treatments may require a follow-up session 2-4 weeks after the first injection to perfect the enhancement. Maintenance treatments are typically recommended every 12 to 18 months, depending on the type of filler used and individual absorption rates.
Cheek fillers are ideal for individuals looking to restore lost volume due to aging or to enhance facial symmetry. They are also beneficial for those seeking a non-surgical option to achieve a more youthful appearance with defined cheekbones. This treatment is suitable for adults of all ages who desire a subtle lift or volumization in the cheek area.
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How Cheek Filler Works
Consultation and Customization
Before proceeding with cheek fillers, a detailed consultation is held at Aloha Med Spa to understand your aesthetic goals and facial structure. This ensures that the treatment plan is customized to enhance your natural features and meet your expectations.
Treatment Application
Cheek fillers are skillfully injected using a fine needle or cannula to strategically add volume or lift the cheeks. This procedure not only improves facial symmetry but also accentuates the cheekbones, offering a youthful appearance without the need for surgery.
Follow-Up and Maintenance
After the initial treatment, a follow-up appointment may be scheduled to assess the results and make any necessary adjustments. To maintain the desired effects, periodic maintenance treatments are recommended every 12 to 18 months, depending on the type of dermal fillers used and individual skin response.
Cosmetic Dermal Filler
If you are anxious or worried about your procedure, feel free to talk to the healthcare practitioner who will perform your procedure. Our practitioners are highly experienced and may have suggestions that will help. Ask about the addition of Pro-Nox to your appointment.
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Avoid Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, St. John's Wort, oral Vitamin E, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) in the 24 hours prior to your treatment as they may promote the risk of bruising and bleeding in the injection area.
If you are currently taking anti-coagulation medications (Warfarin, Coumadin, Heparin, Lovenox, Enoxaparin, Lepirudin, Refludan, Ticlopidine Ticlid, Clopidogrel, Plavix, Tirofiban, Aggrastat, Eptifibatide, Integrilin), discuss the use of these medications with your healthcare provider prior to your treatment. You may or may not be a candidate for treatment with cosmetic dermal fillers. If you are prone to cold sores (oral herpes simplex), take your prescribed medication (Famvir, Famciclovir, Valtrex, Valacyclovir, Acyclovir) as prescribed in the 24 hours prior to your treatment.
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Please observe the following practices after treatment with cosmetic dermal fillers:
•Avoid applying pressure or touching the treated area for 48 hours after the procedure. The area can then be gently washed with a cleanser and water.
•Avoid vigorous scrubs, exfoliation or facial treatment in the area of treatment for 72 hours.
•Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or UV/tanning beds for 72 hours after the procedure.
•Avoid manipulation of the area following the injection unless specifically instructed otherwise by your healthcare practitioner.
•For pain/discomfort, use cool packs and over-the-counter analgesics (Acetaminophen, Tylenol).
•Oral or topical Arnica Montana, an herbal supplement, may help with reducing swelling caused by cosmetic treatments. DO NOT take Arnica Montana if you have liver or kidney problems.
•Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, St. John's Wort, oral Vitamin E, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) may promote the risk of bruising and bleeding in the injection area.
•If you are prone to cold sores (oral herpes simplex), take your prescribed medication (Famvir, Famciclovir, Valtrex, Valacyclovir, Acyclovir) as prescribed for the 24 hours after your treatment.
• Swelling, lumps & bumps, bruising, & asymmetries can persist for up to 2 weeks while the filler settles.
•If signs and symptoms of infection persist (warmth at the site of injection, discharge/pus, pain/discomfort) or if you develop a fever, please contact our office so our staff may assist you.