Considering dermal fillers? With the approaching cooler autumn months, it's an ideal time to think about getting more beautiful. The decreased sun exposure and inherent need to spend more time indoors make it an ideal season for treatments that can involve some downtime. Dermal fillers are utilized to correct a variety of issues, from removing wrinkles and lines to restoring lost volume and contouring the face. One must come into this decision with realistic expectations, however, and careful consideration.
Why Autumn is the Perfect Time
There are a few reasons why autumn is an ideal time to get dermal filler treatments:
Less Sun Exposure
After treatment, it's generally advisable to minimize sun exposure to prevent issues like hyperpigmentation or prolonged swelling. As daylight hours decrease and temperatures dip, outdoor activities generally slow down, and it's easier to avoid direct sunlight. This is particularly welcome news as your skin recuperates and settles.
Recovery in Comfort
Although downtime for all fillers is brief, bruising, redness, or swelling at the sites of injection may last temporarily for a few. The cooler temperatures allow cozier recovery at home, and small bruising can be more readily concealed by scarves or higher necklines.
Fresh Look for the Holidays
A visit during the fall gives ample time for the initial swelling to subside and for the full effect of the fillers to be evidenced before the holidays. You will be able to ring in the holidays with a refreshed, rejuvenated look when the festivities begin.
Key Things to Keep in Mind Before Your Procedure
Choose an Experienced Practitioner
This is the most critical step, maybe. Always seek out a board-certified dermatologist, plastic surgeon, or other experienced medical professional with high degrees of experience in injecting dermal fillers. Research their credentials and ask to see before-and-after photos of his or her work. A reputable practitioner will spend time on an adequate consultation, explain your goals, and clarify the risks and benefits to you.
Understand the Risks and Side Effects
While generally safe, dermal fillers do have some potential risks, including bruising, swelling, redness, tenderness, and itching, with rarer but more serious complications, such as infection or vascular occlusion, happening very infrequently. A qualified practitioner will explain the risks to you and provide after-care guidance.
Have Realistic Expectations
Dermal fillers can provide significant improvements, but they are not a permanent solution and cannot stop the aging process. Discuss your desired outcomes openly with your practitioner to ensure they are achievable and align with what fillers can realistically accomplish.
