WHEN A PREVIOUS AESTHETIC TREATMENT HASN'T GONE TO PLAN

Not every cosmetic treatment gives the outcome someone hoped for and sometimes, concerns can develop gradually rather than being obvious straight away.

Changes such as unwanted fullness, asymmetry, irregularity or product sitting outside the intended treatment area can occur following certain aesthetic treatments. We most commonly assess these concerns around the lips and under-eye area, particularly in people who have undergone repeated treatments over time.

There can be many contributing factors, including the amount used, treatment technique, individual anatomy, treatment frequency and whether the original treatment was appropriate for the patient and the area being treated.

So, can it be corrected?

In some circumstances, yes.

Certain previously administered substances may be able to be broken down using a prescription-only medicine. This is a medical procedure and isn't something we recommend automatically simply because somebody is unhappy with an aesthetic result.

Before considering corrective treatment, we first need to assess what was previously used, where it was placed, when the treatment occurred, the concern you're experiencing and whether intervention is clinically appropriate.

Sometimes the best option is actually to leave the area alone and allow time for things to settle.

When corrective treatment is appropriate, patients should understand that the process isn't necessarily instant or particularly glamorous. Swelling, bruising, tenderness and temporary changes in appearance can occur, and more than one treatment may sometimes be required before the desired outcome is reached.

If your original treatment was performed elsewhere, we may also need information about what was used before deciding whether we can safely assist you.

Rewa take home message

More isn't automatically better.

If you've reached the point where you're regularly adding more because you've become accustomed to how you look, it can be surprisingly difficult to objectively judge when enough is enough.

Look at older photos. Give treatments time to settle. And if you're contemplating just a little bit more, ask somebody whose opinion you genuinely trust.

Sometimes the best aesthetic decision we can make together is not treating at all.

If you're concerned about the result of a previous cosmetic treatment, book a consultation so we can assess the area and discuss the options that may be appropriate for you.