Quick Facts
- Procedure Duration: Varies by treatment (30 minutes for fillers, 1–3 hours for surgical options).
- Anaesthesia: Local or general anaesthesia, depending on the treatment.
- Hospital Stay: Day procedure for non-surgical treatments or overnight for surgery.
- Results: Fillers provide instant results; surgical and fat grafting results take a few weeks to settle.
- Longevity: Fillers last 6–18 months; surgical results are long-lasting (10+ years).
- Best Candidates: Individuals experiencing significant facial volume loss or sagging after weight loss.
What to Expect
Before the Procedure:
During your consultation, Dr. Tim will assess your facial structure, volume loss, and skin quality. Based on your goals, he will recommend the most suitable treatment or combination of treatments. Pre-procedure instructions, such as avoiding blood-thinning medications, will be provided.
During the Procedure:
- Non-Surgical Treatments: Dermal fillers are injected into specific areas to restore volume and lift. Non-invasive skin tightening uses advanced devices to stimulate collagen production.
- Surgical Options: Fat grafting or facelift surgery involves carefully planned incisions and volume restoration to achieve natural-looking results.
After the Procedure:
Mild swelling and bruising are normal for most treatments and resolve within days to weeks, depending on the procedure. Detailed post-operative care instructions will ensure smooth healing.
Ozempic face refers to facial volume loss and skin laxity caused by significant weight loss, often associated with medications like Ozempic or Wegovy.
Treatments include dermal fillers, fat grafting, skin tightening, or surgical options like a facelift, depending on the severity of volume loss or skin laxity.
The longevity of results depends on the treatment. Fillers last 6–18 months, while fat grafting and surgical options offer long-lasting outcomes.
Non-surgical treatments have minimal downtime, while surgical procedures may require 1–2 weeks of recovery before resuming normal activities.
Anyone experiencing facial volume loss or sagging after weight loss and who is in good overall health is a good candidate.
Maintaining good skin hydration, a balanced diet, and collagen-stimulating skincare during weight loss can help minimise facial volume loss.
Risks
Each treatment carries specific risks, but potential risks for Ozempic face treatments include:
- Dermal Fillers: Swelling, bruising, asymmetry, or rare complications such as vascular occlusion.
- Fat Grafting: Swelling, bruising, or fat resorption over time.
- Skin Tightening Treatments: Temporary redness, swelling, or skin sensitivity.
- Surgical Options: Scarring, infection, asymmetry, or prolonged swelling.
Recovery Tips
- Follow Post-Operative Instructions: Dr. Tim will provide specific aftercare tailored to your treatment.
- Manage Swelling: Use cold compresses to reduce swelling in the initial days.
- Avoid Strenuous Activities: Do not exercise or lift heavy objects for the first 1–2 weeks (longer for surgical procedures).
- Stay Hydrated: Proper hydration supports healing and skin health.
- Use Sun Protection: Protect treated areas with sunscreen to prevent discolouration and maintain results.
- Attend Follow-Up Appointments: Regular check-ins ensure optimal recovery and results.
