Why you should see a doctor for your lip fillers
With the booming popularity of lip fillers and their widespread acceptance as a quick and effective aesthetic treatment, no doubt you or someone you may know has considered them. Is there a specific person you should seek, and how do you keep yourself safe? Here’s why you should see a doctor for your lip fillers.
Dermal fillers in the UK
Currently in the UK, anyone can perform lip fillers, but this doesn’t mean that they should. There is legislation against performing Botox, using Botulinum Toxin A, because it is a prescription-only medication used for cosmetic and aesthetic purposes. This legislation means that only qualified medical professional trained in aesthetics or independent trained prescribers can administer this treatment. Because dermal fillers are not prescription-only medication, they are not currently bound by any legislation that states only medical professionals can treat with them. However, this doesn’t mean that the procedure has less risks to it – it still has risks, but these risks can be heightened or minimised depending on who you choose for your treatment.
When is a beauty treatment not a beauty treatment?
Lip fillers are a very effective and simple treatment to add beautiful contour, definition, and fullness to the lips. They enhance natural beauty, but this doesn’t mean that they are a beauty treatment similar to a facial or a manicure. Lip fillers are injections that penetrate the surface of the skin, which carries immediately more risk than just basic topical treatments. This is why you need an aesthetic practitioner who understands the skin, its structures, and your facial anatomy to the highest level. This is why you need a doctor to perform your lip fillers.
How to choose your lip fillers practitioner in 4 easy steps
- Are they a qualified medical professional? Qualified medical professionals such as doctors, dentists, and nurses and independent prescriber qualifications means that you are seeking trusted practitioners and will receive safe treatment. These individuals understand the anatomy of your face and body, so the quality of your results won’t be compromised. Also, should any complications arise, they have the necessary medical knowledge to help you through them.
- Are they insured? Every aesthetic practitioner should have insurance for your safety, though only the most reputable insurance providers cover only medical professionals. One reputable body, for example, is Hamilton Fraser, one of the most prevalent providers amongst aesthetic professionals.
- Have you seen their work? Have you taken a look at before and after photos and even interior photographs of their premises? If you like the look and feel of how and where they work, then you might have found the right doctor for your treatments.
- Do you feel comfortable and safe? Your aesthetic doctor will provide you with all of the necessary information for you to make an informed decision on your lip fillers treatment. They won’t push you to a decision either way, but rather make sure you are comfortable before proceeding.
You should always seek a medical professional like a doctor for your lip fillers in Plymouth and Exeter, such as those we’re happy to boast at Maison Aesthetique. If you’d like to find out more, book your lip fillers consultation today: enquire online or get in touch on 01803 864407.
