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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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For best results, it is advised to avoid sun exposure and the following products & procedures at least 1 week prior to your treatment:
- Electrolysis
- Waxing
- Depilatory Creams
- Laser hair removal
- Any exfoliating products
- Shaving of the area to be treated
- Any products that may be drying or irritating, including products containing salicylic
acid, alpha hydroxy acids, vitamin c, hydroquinone, retinoids, and prescription medications.
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- Massage the treated area to evenly distribute Sculptra. A good rule of thumb is5-5-5: Massage the injected area for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days in a row.1
- The rejuvenating effects of Sculptra can last up to two years, making it a long-lasting solution for facial volume restoration. Regular maintenance sessions can be scheduled as needed to sustain the results.
- While Sculptra is generally well-tolerated, patients may experience some common side effects such as redness, swelling, bruising, or tenderness at the injection sites. These effects are usually temporary and resolve on their own.
- NOTE: Some immediate results may be visible after the first session, but it’s important to note, the full effects become more apparent as collagen continues to develop. Stay cool! Heating internally can cause hyperpigmentation.
- Do not put treated area directly into a hot shower spray.
- Do not use hot tubs, steam rooms or saunas.
- Do not go swimming.
- Do not participate in activities that would cause excessive perspiration.
- Do not use loofahs or other means of exfoliation.
- Do not direct a hair dryer onto the treated area.
- Do not apply ice or ice water to the treated area.
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- Indication: Sculptra® (injectable poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA-SCA)) is indicated for use in people with healthy immune systems for the correction of shallow to deep nasolabial fold contour deficiencies, fine lines and wrinkles in the cheek region, and other facial wrinkles.
- Sculptra should not be used by people that are allergic to any ingredient of the product or have a history of keloid formation or hypertrophic scarring. Safety has not been established in patients who are pregnant, lactating, breastfeeding, or under 18 years of age.
- Sculptra has unique injection requirements and should only be used by a trained healthcare practitioner. Contour deficiencies should not be overcorrected because they are expected to gradually improve after treatment.
- The most common side effects after initial treatment include injection site swelling, tenderness, redness, pain, bruising, bleeding, itching and lumps. Other side effects may include small lumps under the skin that are sometimes noticeable when pressing on the treated area. Larger lumps, some with delayed onset with or without inflammation or skin discoloration, have also been reported.
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Most clinical study participants saw results as soon as 1 month, with sustained results for up to 2 years.