DERMAL FILLERS FAQ

Dermal fillers are injectable gel products used to restore volume, enhance facial contours, improve facial balance, and soften the appearance of certain lines and folds.

Depending on your facial anatomy and treatment goals, dermal fillers can help create natural-looking facial rejuvenation while maintaining facial harmony.

At I Care Beauty Clinic, every treatment begins with a comprehensive facial assessment and personalized consultation.

Depending on your individual assessment, dermal fillers may be used to improve:

• Lip enhancement
• Cheek volume
• Chin projection
• Jawline definition
• Nasolabial folds (smile lines)
• Marionette lines
• Under-eye hollows (tear troughs, when appropriate)
• Facial asymmetry
• Age-related volume loss
• Overall facial balancing

Your practitioner will determine the most appropriate treatment plan during your consultation.

Dermal fillers are carefully injected beneath the skin to restore lost volume, enhance facial contours, or improve facial proportions.

Treatment plans are individualized to your facial anatomy and aesthetic goals to achieve balanced, natural-looking results.

At I Care Beauty Clinic, we use premium Health Canada-authorized dermal filler products selected according to your treatment needs and your practitioner’s clinical assessment.

The specific product recommended depends on:

• Treatment area
• Skin quality
• Facial anatomy
• Desired outcome
• Longevity requirements

Your practitioner will explain the recommended product during your consultation.

One advantage of dermal fillers is that results are often visible immediately after treatment.

It is normal for the treated area to experience temporary swelling, and the final result becomes more apparent as the swelling settles over the following days.

Individual healing times vary.

The longevity of dermal fillers varies depending on:

• Treatment area
• Product used
• Individual metabolism
• Lifestyle
• Facial movement
• Amount of filler injected

Your practitioner will discuss the expected duration of your treatment during your consultation.

Most patients tolerate dermal filler treatment well.

To improve comfort, your practitioner may use:

• Topical numbing cream
• Fillers containing local anesthetic, when appropriate
• Gentle injection techniques

Patients generally describe the treatment as causing mild pressure or brief pinching sensations.

Most appointments take approximately 30–60 minutes, depending on the treatment areas.

Your visit generally includes:

• Consultation
• Facial assessment
• Treatment planning
• Clinical photographs (when appropriate and with your consent)
• Dermal filler treatment
• Aftercare instructions

Dermal fillers may be appropriate for adults who:

• Have age-related volume loss
• Wish to enhance facial features
• Want non-surgical facial rejuvenation
• Have realistic expectations
• Are medically suitable for treatment

A consultation is required before treatment.

When administered by appropriately trained healthcare professionals using approved products and proper techniques, dermal fillers have an established safety profile.

Before treatment, your practitioner will review:

• Medical history
• Allergies
• Current medications
• Previous cosmetic procedures
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding status
• Treatment goals

This assessment helps determine whether dermal filler treatment is appropriate for you.

To help achieve the safest and most effective treatment, we recommend:

• Arrive with clean skin free of makeup if possible.

• Stay well hydrated before your appointment.

• Inform your practitioner about all medications, vitamins, supplements, allergies, and medical conditions.

• Inform us if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, planning pregnancy, or have had recent dental procedures, infections, or vaccinations.

• Inform your practitioner if you have received dermal fillers or other cosmetic treatments elsewhere.

• Follow any personalized preparation instructions provided during your consultation.

Your appointment generally includes:

• Comprehensive consultation

• Facial assessment

• Discussion of your concerns and treatment goals

• Review of your medical history

• Clinical photographs (with your consent)

• Customized treatment planning

• Careful placement of dermal filler using appropriate injection techniques

• Review of personalized aftercare instructions

Every treatment is customized according to your facial anatomy and aesthetic goals.

Immediately after treatment, you may notice:

• Mild swelling

• Redness

• Tenderness

• Bruising

• Firmness

• Temporary asymmetry while swelling settles

These effects are common and generally improve over the following several days.

Most patients experience little to no downtime.

Many people return to work and normal daily activities immediately after treatment.

Some swelling or bruising may occur and varies from person to person.

Following treatment, we generally recommend:

• Avoid rubbing or massaging the treated areas unless instructed by your practitioner.

• Avoid strenuous exercise for approximately 24 hours.

• Avoid saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, and excessive heat for approximately 24–48 hours.

• Avoid excessive alcohol consumption during the initial recovery period.

• Follow all personalized aftercare instructions provided by your practitioner.

Many patients may apply makeup later the same day if the injection sites have settled.

When applying makeup:

• Use clean brushes or applicators.

• Avoid excessive pressure over treated areas.

• Follow your practitioner’s recommendations.

Yes.

Depending on your individual assessment, your practitioner may recommend incorporating dermal fillers into a personalized facial rejuvenation plan that may include one or more complementary treatments.

Examples may include:

• Botox
• Skin Boosters
• PRP / PRF
• Microneedling
• RF Microneedling
• HIFU
• CO₂ Laser Resurfacing
• Erbium Laser
• Thulium Laser
• Chemical Peels

Some treatments may be performed during the same appointment, while others may be recommended as part of a staged treatment plan.

The treatment sequence, timing, and suitability are determined by your practitioner based on your facial anatomy, skin condition, treatment goals, clinical assessment, and expected recovery.

Not every patient requires combination therapy. Your practitioner will recommend only those treatments that are appropriate for your individual needs.

Dermal fillers may not be appropriate for everyone.

Treatment may not be recommended for individuals with:

• Pregnancy

• Breastfeeding

• Active skin infections

• Active cold sores in the treatment area

• Certain autoimmune conditions

• Allergy to filler ingredients

• Certain medical conditions identified during consultation

A consultation is required before treatment.

Many hyaluronic acid dermal fillers can be dissolved using an enzyme called hyaluronidase, when clinically appropriate.

This may be considered if medically necessary or if changes to the treatment plan are recommended by your practitioner.

Not all filler products are reversible. Your practitioner will discuss the options applicable to your treatment.

At I Care Beauty Clinic, every dermal filler treatment begins with a comprehensive facial assessment and individualized consultation.

Our approach includes:

• Personalized facial analysis

• Customized treatment planning

• Premium Health Canada-authorized filler products

• Treatment by qualified healthcare professionals

• Conservative, natural-looking treatment philosophy

• Detailed preparation instructions

• Comprehensive aftercare guidance

• Long-term facial rejuvenation planning

• Ongoing patient follow-up and support

• Signature facial balancing protocols

• Personalized facial assessment

• Individualized treatment planning

• Premium Health Canada-authorized dermal filler products

• Combination treatment planning when clinically appropriate

• Complimentary clinical review appointment

• Detailed preparation and aftercare guidance

• Long-term facial rejuvenation strategy

• Comprehensive patient follow-up

• Focus on natural-looking, individualized results

Our goal is to restore balance, enhance natural features, and achieve refreshed, harmonious results while maintaining your unique facial characteristics.

Our philosophy is to achieve natural-looking results.

Treatment recommendations are based on your facial anatomy, proportions, and aesthetic goals.

We aim to enhance your features while preserving facial balance and expression.

Absolutely.

Dermal fillers are suitable for both women and men.

Common treatment areas for men include:

• Chin

• Jawline

• Cheeks

• Under-eye area (selected patients)

Treatment plans are customized according to each patient’s facial anatomy and goals.

The amount of filler required varies depending on:

• Treatment area

• Facial anatomy

• Degree of volume loss

• Desired outcome

• Your practitioner’s clinical assessment

Some patients require a single syringe, while others may benefit from a staged treatment plan.

Your practitioner will discuss the recommended treatment plan during your consultation.

You are always welcome to discuss your treatment preferences.

However, dermal fillers are prescription medical devices, and the final decision regarding whether treatment is provided, the product used, the treatment areas, and the amount of filler administered rests solely with the treating doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner.

If your requested treatment is considered medically inappropriate or unlikely to achieve a safe and natural outcome, your practitioner may:

• Recommend a different amount of filler.

• Recommend a staged treatment plan.

• Recommend an alternative treatment.

• Postpone or decline treatment.

These decisions are made in the interest of patient safety and achieving the best possible aesthetic outcome.

During your consultation, your practitioner will evaluate:

• Facial anatomy

• Facial proportions

• Skin quality

• Medical history

• Current medications

• Previous cosmetic treatments

• Treatment goals

• Expectations

This comprehensive assessment allows us to develop a personalized treatment plan that prioritizes safety, facial harmony, and natural-looking results.

THE I CARE BEAUTY CLINIC SIGNATURE DERMAL FILLER PROTOCOL

At I Care Beauty Clinic, we believe that successful dermal filler treatment is about creating facial balance, harmony, and natural-looking enhancement—not simply adding volume.

Every treatment begins with a comprehensive facial consultation and individualized assessment.

During your consultation, your practitioner will evaluate:

• Facial anatomy

• Facial proportions

• Skin quality

• Volume loss

• Facial symmetry

• Muscle movement

• Medical history

• Previous cosmetic treatments

• Lifestyle factors

• Individual treatment goals

Based on this assessment, we create a personalized treatment plan designed to enhance your natural features while maintaining facial harmony and respecting your unique anatomy.

Every treatment plan is individualized. Not every patient requires the same product, the same amount of filler, or the same treatment areas.

Yes.

At I Care Beauty Clinic, we believe every patient deserves appropriate follow-up care.

Following your dermal filler treatment, you are eligible for one complimentary clinical review appointment within 2–4 weeks, allowing your treating practitioner to assess healing, product integration, facial symmetry, and treatment outcomes.

This appointment is designed to evaluate your results and answer any questions you may have.

If your practitioner determines that additional treatment would improve the outcome, they will discuss the available options and any associated costs before proceeding. Unlike Botox, additional dermal filler product is not automatically included, as every patient and treatment plan is different.

At I Care Beauty Clinic, every dermal filler treatment is personalized.

Our approach includes:

• Comprehensive facial assessment

• Individualized treatment planning

• Premium Health Canada-authorized dermal filler products

• Treatment performed by qualified healthcare professionals

• Conservative, natural-looking treatment philosophy

• Combination treatment planning when clinically appropriate

• Complimentary clinical review appointment

• Detailed preparation instructions

• Comprehensive aftercare guidance

• Long-term facial rejuvenation planning

• Ongoing patient follow-up and support

Our goal is to enhance your natural features while preserving facial harmony, balance, and expression.

Yes.

Botox and dermal fillers work differently and often complement each other.

• Botox relaxes selected muscles that contribute to dynamic wrinkles.

• Dermal fillers restore volume, enhance facial contours, and improve facial balance.

When clinically appropriate, your practitioner may recommend combining both treatments as part of a personalized facial rejuvenation plan.

The treatment sequence and timing are determined during your consultation.

Many hyaluronic acid dermal fillers can be dissolved using an enzyme called hyaluronidase when clinically appropriate.

This may be considered if medically necessary or if changes to your treatment plan are recommended by your practitioner.

Not all filler products are reversible. Your practitioner will explain the options that apply to your treatment.

Every face is unique.

Rather than treating only a single wrinkle or area, our practitioners assess the face as a whole.

Your consultation includes evaluation of:

• Facial proportions

• Volume distribution

• Bone structure

• Skin quality

• Facial balance

• Natural movement

• Your aesthetic goals

This comprehensive assessment allows us to create a personalized treatment plan designed to achieve balanced, natural-looking results while maintaining your unique facial characteristics.