Although many people fear they may end up with overdone lips, frozen foreheads, or a look that feels overfull, this is not the case with a highly trained hand and a listening ear. Cosmetic injections can be subtle and natural to maintain a youthful look and that is our primary goal and focus at Modern SLC.

A cannula is different from a regular needle. It is skinny and long like a needle, but instead of having a sharp point on the end, it is round and closed. The hole where the filler comes out is on the side. A needle is used to make a small opening or channel in the skin and then the cannula is inserted which allows the injector access under the skin to “push” through the tissues instead of “pierce” the tissues like a needle. This technique is used to reduce bruising and to use in places to avoid complications with blood vessels making this a safer alternative to utilizing a needle.

While this procedure is lowkey and many first-time clients leave saying “Oh, that’s all it was?!” there are some important steps to take for post-treatment care! It is best to avoid anything that can thin the blood or make you bruise such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or alcohol for 7 days before the injection. Filler can cause some mild swelling for 3-5 days after but resolves within the first week or two. It is best to get Filler done at least 2 weeks before any big event to make sure you have enough time to heal from the procedure.

Of course, this is by far one of the most common concerns people have when getting injected, and rightfully so. Like anything, lip injections can be done poorly, overdone, and appear “off” due to poor product choice or inexperienced injectors. Our clinicians take their time to discuss your desired results to make sure you’re both on the same page to eliminate this risk. Additionally, we can show you how your lips are looking during the process to make sure you are comfortable with the desired outcome. Our goal is for you to LOVE your injections.

Each patient is different and their filler will last different lengths. That being said, please don’t get your lips filled every six months because an injector said so, as there may still be plenty of product in there in six months time. The good news is that if you don’t need filler, our practitioners here at Modern will always say no. We understand that injections can become addictive in one’s quest for the holy grail of youth, but we will keep you in check.

Fillers are broken down naturally by your body over numerous months, depending on how much is injected, what type of product is used and where it is injected. This occurs very gradually and naturally. However, if you are dissatisfied or need any adjustment to dermal filler placements, there is the option to have it “dissolved” if seeing an undesirable effect. Hyaluronidase is a medication that immediately breaks down the dermal filler. Although this is extremely uncommon at Modern SLC. We may need to make slight adjustments, but rarely do we completely dissolve all the filler placed.

Fillers do not really move much from where you place them therefore it would most likely not be an issue. That being said, because there is no 100% guarantee on the outcome, we suggest avoiding getting injections while pregnant. However, most nursing hotlines and OB/GYNs will tell you it is safe to do while breastfeeding.

Depending on the area treated and the product used, results can last from 6 months to 24 months.

At Modern SLC, our experienced injectors use the perfect amount of filler to achieve natural, beautiful results.

Our fillers are reversible, so if you’re unhappy with the outcome, we can make adjustments.