What type of filler does Dr.Avaliani use for forehead injections?
The answer varies depending on what is the concern we are addressing. Is it lines softening-for which soft filler will be used like Restylane or Juvederm SkinVive or are we adding to replace the volume loss – so Dr.Avaliani will use flexible dermal fillers like Restylane Refyne or Restylane Defyne. When we are lifting the brow bone, then Dr.Avaliani will likely use a more firmer dermal filler like Restylane Lyft or Juvederm Voluma.
How much do dermal filler injections for forehead cost?
It is important to note that forehead injections are considered an expert area and should only be touched by highly experienced providers. Dr.Avaliani is a national GAIN trainer and a master injector and even with her expertise, she carefully selects appropriate candidates for this procedure.
The cost greatly varies as it depends on number of sessions needed, the type of dermal filler to be used as well as the amount to be injected. It is more than regular filler. One should also expect to have at least 2 visits to address all the concerns
How long do forehead fillers usually last?
There is no standard duration available . There are also no clinical trials that have tested the procedure duration, hence Dr.Avaliani shares her personal and her patients duration of results.
Dr.Avaliani has had dermal fillers placed above her eyebrows in 2020, it has been 5 years and it still looks amazing. Many of Dr.Avaliani’s patients who had dermal fillers for the eyebrows and volume replacement, all have duration for years, over 5 years as well with practically no touch ups needed.
It is therefore safe to say these dermal fillers tend to last for years in the forehead area as the area doesn’t move much and if patient also receives tox like Botox/Dysport, it helps to keep the filler in place and reduce the movement forces which can expedite the absorption and breakdown of the fillers. Think for example lip filler, which tend to last about 4-6 months because we use our mouths daily, multiple times a day, hence the mechanical movements of the muscles of the lips, help to aid its absorption faster. We cannot reduce the movement of the lips with Botox or Dysport, because it will affect the speech and function of the lips but we can reduce the movement in the forehead area.
How long is the recovery after forehead filler injections?
It is typically a few days of tenderness. First 24hrs may look a little bumpy and swollen, which is normal and expected, then followed by a few days of tenderness. There are rarely bruising as Dr.Avaliani uses her Accuvein tool and micro cannula for the forehead area of injection.
How to prepare for Forehead filler injection treatment?
There is no specific preparation needed.
If you need to workout, please do so before your treatment. If you need a facial, do so before the treatment as well.
The skin on the forehead as well as the skin on the face needs not to be compromised as to avoid any infections.
Stick to general rules recommended before any injection treatment: 72 hrs before the procedure: Avoid alcohol, avoid NSAIDS like Motrin, Aleve, Advil, Blood thinners need to be discussed with your cardiologist. It is not a hard contraindication, this is just advised to reduce the chances of bruising, but bruises do go away, so it is ok to be on Aspirin and other blood thinners necessary for the heart or clotting disorders.
Avoid Multivitamins, Avoid Green Tea.
When is it safe to receive laser treatments after receiving forehead filler?
It is always best to discuss with your doctor and have a plan. If you are in the care of Dr.Avaliani, dermal fillers will be first part of the treatment and the lasers can be started about 2 weeks to 4 weeks depending on the type of the laser.
When is it safe to receive Botox/Dysport/Daxxify treatments after receiving forehead filler?
Dr.Avaliani can administer these treatment on the same day. No need to have two separate visits.
What to avoid after receiving forehead filler injections?
Avoid any strenuous exercise, steam rooms, saunas and facial massages, for about 5 days.
No Tanning beds. No pool.
How to find out if Forehead fillers are right for me?
It is always best to start with an expert consultation with Dr.Avaliani to determine if forehead fillers are right for you. Call/text to 212-673-8888 to get started today.