Hyaluronidase Consent

Once injected, Hyaluronidase works immediately, but results are visible after 2 – 3 days and optimal at around 2 weeks post procedure. Results are permanent, but multiple treatments may be required depending on the concern or treatment area.

• Hypersensitivities to product ingredients (including local anaesthetic).
• Active skin issue in the treatment area, including cold sores, sunburn, eczema, psoriasis, cancer.
• Active or recent viral or bacterial infection (coughs, colds, flu).
• Prone to hypertrophic scarring.
• Allergies to product ingredients, including local anaesthetic.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Had recent minor dental work or planning on dental work.
• Had a rhinoplasty – will require clearance from treating surgeon.
• Have an autoimmune condition.
• Have a long-haul flight booked in the next 2 weeks.

Side Effects: hyaluronidase dissolves hyaluronic acid, which occurs naturally in the body. There may be a reduction in skin elasticity and volume and associated asymmetry which may be temporary or permanent.

Risks of injection: bleeding, bruising, haematoma, damage to underlying structures. In rare cases this could cause continuous problems in appearance, sensation or function and may require medical intervention to treat or may be permanent.

Reactions: reactions rarely occur but can include an immediate reaction causing swelling, and very rarely life-threatening anaphylaxis. Delayed reactions localised to the skin can cause nodules, lumps or bumps or very rarely sterile abscesses.

Local Reactions: oedema, erythema, pain and itching, urticaria, and angioedema.

Infection: Bacterial, viral or fungal infections can occur post procedure. Rarely infections can occur months later as biofilm reactions. Injections in the lip area may trigger recurrence of cold sores which may require treatment.

Lumps, Bumps, Swellings: Temporary unwanted visual side effects may cause dissatisfaction or distress, and include an increase in asymmetry, swelling, lumps, bumps, puffiness, or surface irregularities.

Skin Changes: The procedure can be are rarely associated with skin pigment changes, the formation of thread veins or new capillaries, and other blemishes. These may be temporary, require further intervention, or may be permanent.

Treatment Failure: it is possible that the procedure will fail to remedy the problem as often hyaluronic acid is not the sole cause of lumps, bumps or reactions which may be caused by other materials.

The prescribed product is injected into the required area using a very fine needle, which may sting for a few seconds. The procedure will take around 30 minutes to complete.

Attend appointment with no makeup, lotions, or SPF.

2 weeks prior: avoid excess sun exposure.

1 week prior: avoid blood-thinning medication – aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil.

5 days prior: no products containing AHA’s, Vitamin A products, Retin-A, scrubs, or enzymes.

3 days prior: no exfoliation, waxing, or hair removal in the treatment area.

3 days prior: if prone to cold sores, take prophylactic medication.

2 days prior: avoid alcohol and stay hydrated.

Injections will usually result in swelling, redness, warmness bruising, or tenderness.

These effects are so common they can be considered a normal part of the process and will resolve over a few hours.

• Ice may be gently applied the day after the treatment .
• Antihistamines may be taken to reduce swelling.
• No products containing AHA’s, Vitamin A products, Retin-A, scrubs, or enzymes for 48 hours.
• Avoid strenuous exercise and heat (saunas, LED, hot showers) for 48 hours.
• Do not scrub or exfoliate treatment area for 72 hours.
• Paracetamol is recommended for any pain relief. Avoid Ibuprofen for 72 hours.
• Do not massage treatment area for 2 weeks.
• Eat a healthy diet and hydrate with 2–3L of water daily.

If you develop severe pain, swelling, or discolouration in or around the treatment area.

Any other side effects that you think are important.

If you feel distressed or worried in any way.

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