Your Complete Guide To Safe and Effective Injectables

In recent years, the number and diversity of injectable aesthetic treatments have dramatically expanded. Never before have there been so many amazing options to help you look your best. 

When it comes to today’s injectables, safety is paramount. At D’Allure Medspa, we believe that an educated client is a happy client, so we’re here today to discuss how to make sure your injectable treatments deliver the results you’re searching for with the safety you deserve. 

How do injectable treatments work?

There are several types of injectable aesthetic treatments, but most fall into two categories: neuromodulators and dermal fillers. Let’s look at how these products work. 

Neuromodulators

These injectables include products such as Botox® and Dysport®, which contain a precisely controlled dose of a specific toxin. At certain concentrations, these toxins can be deadly, but the volumes used in aesthetic treatments are perfectly safe, and the manufacturing process is conducted under the highest safety standards.

When injected into your skin, neuromodulators work by preventing treated muscle fibers from going through their normal range of motion. You’ll still be able to create normal facial expressions, but the treated muscles won’t be strong enough to pull and tug your skin into lines, folds, and wrinkles. 

Dermal fillers

As the name implies, dermal fillers work by adding volume to specific areas. Fillers have a gel-like texture, and some options are thicker than others. There are fillers designed for every imaginable effect, including Juvederm® and Restylane®. 

Some work to smooth away crow’s feet or plump the lines running from the sides of your nose to your mouth. Others fill in hollowed cheeks or plump undereye bags. There are even fillers that can plump and refine the shape of your lips, or add volume to the backs of your hands to erase signs of aging. 

Both neuromodulators and dermal fillers deliver temporary results, lasting anywhere from a few months to two years or longer, depending on the product used. 

Are the materials used in injectable treatments safe?

When it comes to the formulations themselves, injectable treatments are incredibly safe. These products have gone through rigorous development and testing, including clinical trials. By the time a new injectable product reaches the market in America, it’s been thoroughly studied for safety and efficacy. 

It’s important to note that some unlicensed individuals who claim to have medical training sell counterfeit products. This is uncommon, but it does happen. You can reduce your risk of receiving an unsafe treatment by choosing to work with an established medical aesthetics practice staffed with trained professionals. 

What about the safety of the injections themselves?

The same wisdom applies here. Choosing to partner with a trained medical professional ensures your injectable treatments are administered by someone with the education, skills, and experience to perform safe injections. 

Our team members have extensive experience in injectables. They not only have medical backgrounds, but also attend ongoing education to learn about the latest injectable treatments and techniques. 

Be wary of individuals or practices that promise to perform injectable treatments at a “fraction of the cost” of other providers. Think carefully about having injectables done in other parts of the world where the training and product safety might not meet American standards. 

If you’re considering giving injectables a try, rest assured that the team at D’Allure Medspa can help you choose the right options for your goals and administer your treatments safely. When you’re ready to talk, we’re here for you. Give us a call to book a visit, or try our online scheduling tool.