HOW TO PICK THE RIGHT INJECTOR
The aesthetic world has grown exponentially, especially post pandemic. Global market for Aesthetic Services estimated at US$16.4 Billion in the year 2020, is projected to reach a revised size of US$23.3 Billion by 2026. Growing wealth of citizens and rising pressure to maintain physical appearance in a social media dominated world are prompting individuals to opt for various surgical and non-surgical aesthetic treatment services. Nowadays, it seems like every corner has a spa offering cosmetic services.
While most cosmetic services are usually harmless with minimal side effects, a lot of things could go wrong, especially with filler injections to the face, the worst one being the risk of blindness. While relatively rare, choosing the right injector is key. While your final filler results are dependent on multiple factors, they could heavily dependent on your injector. Getting the right person can make all the difference between getting the results you want versus. the results you don’t.
While most cosmetic services are usually harmless with minimal side effects, a lot of things could go wrong, especially with filler injections to the face, the worst one being the risk of blindness. While relatively rare, choosing the right injector is key. While your final filler results are dependent on multiple factors, they could heavily dependent on your injector. Getting the right person can make all the difference between getting the results you want versus. the results you don’t.
Important factors to look for while choosing your injector:
Education & Training
Ongoing training is essential for anyone performing any injection procedures. The industry safety standards change all the time, and your injector should be keeping up with what’s new. May it be an MD, NP, PA or any other professional who is injecting across the country, make sure that you ask your potential injector if they do any ongoing training on existing products and on new products. Also ask about their injecting history. Do not be intimidated to discuss this with your provider as this could save you a big deal of headache, and potential health risks. A good injector will keep up with industry trainings, and will happily address your question. You are spending a lot of money on the cosmetic services. Let it be your money’s worth.
A Good Listener
A good injector will listen to the patient’s needs before ever treating. Education is key. Your needs ought to be discussed in full, the procedure, side effects if any, and expectations, or any other questions you might have. This is the opportunity to gauge how you feel about the provider-Do you trust that they will deliver the results you are asking for-Do you understand everything you need to know about the procedure? Do you understand post care instructions? Do you understand follow up treatment needs, financial commitment, etc. these are some critical questions you need to ask of your provider before ever committing to a procedure. Chose a provider that uses a conservative approach and build on it, rather than an excessive initial approach. Every patient needs to be heard and understood by their providers before they can commit to any treatments. You are trusting this person to alter your face or body, so trust is critical. After all, the way I see it, it’s a journey between the patient and provider as aging progresses, with treatment plans having to be altered or tweaked with time.
Experience
Nowadays, with the era of social media, it is easier to vet an injector’s work. Do you like their work? Discuss your injector’s experience and how long they have been successfully injecting. The more experience, the better. Also ask about bad responses to their treatments and how they dealt with it. Make sure that they are available after the treatment and have an emergency protocol in place in case you need to reach them after clinic hours. Also check their online portfolios and reviews.
Price
We all like a deal! However, when it comes to procedures that involve skill and altering your face and body, going for the cheapest price is not a wise way to choose your injector. In fact, a good injector’s price will probably be higher than the average pricing. This is because advanced injectable training costs a lot of money and time. Cosmetic procedures are also extremely expensive, even from the manufactures. Legislation requirements of an injectable business requires having a lot in place, e.g., overseeing medical directors in most states like Texas, thus driving up the cost, not to mention the cost of licensing for higher educated professionals like nurse practitioners. You are paying for high-level expertise and quality of care. More than likely, practitioners who are willing to offer deep discounts are usually the ones who are brand new and trying to build a clientele or make a quick buck with no thought to the end result. Injectors who are experienced are more than worth the price they charge.
10 Red flags to look out for when choosing an injector
1) Won’t answer questions.
2) Appears rushed to treat.
3) Does not discuss treatment plan & financial expectations
4) The treatment room is dirty.
5) Pressuring you to do a procedure you are not comfortable with.
6) Does not have an emergency protocol in place.
7) Over-injects in one sitting.
8) Offers to inject in non-medical environments.
9) Pricing is too good to be true.
10) Their own faces are overfilled.
2) Appears rushed to treat.
3) Does not discuss treatment plan & financial expectations
4) The treatment room is dirty.
5) Pressuring you to do a procedure you are not comfortable with.
6) Does not have an emergency protocol in place.
7) Over-injects in one sitting.
8) Offers to inject in non-medical environments.
9) Pricing is too good to be true.
10) Their own faces are overfilled.
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