How do I prepare for a cosmetic injectable filler procedure?
Preparation for your cosmetic injectable filler procedure at Cleveland Clinic Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery Center may include:
• Discussing why you want the procedure, your expectations and desired outcome
• Review of your medical conditions, drug allergies and medical treatments
• Review of your current medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, alcohol, tobacco and drugs
• Discussing any past treatment with injectable fillers, facial shaping or Botox® therapy, or other facial rejuvenation procedures.
Your cosmetic surgeon may also:
• Evaluate your general health status and any pre-existing health conditions or risk factors
• Discuss options available to you for facial rejuvenation
• Examine and measure your face
• Take photographs for your medical record
• Discuss your options and recommend a course of treatment
• Discuss likely outcomes of injectable fillers and any risks or potential complications.