The Art Of Cosmetic Aesthetics

Informed Consent Dermal Filler

The purpose of this informed consent form is to provide written information regarding the risks, benefits, and alternatives of the procedure named above. This material serves as a supplement to the discussion you have with your doctor/healthcare provider. It is important that you fully understand this information, so please read this document thoroughly. If you have any questions regarding the procedure, ask your doctor/healthcare professional prior to signing the consent form.

Treatment with dermal fillers (such as Juvaderm, Restylane, Radiesse, and others) can smooth out facial folds and wrinkles, add volume to the lips, and contour facial features that have lost their volume and fullness due to aging, sun exposure, illness, etc. Facial rejuvenation can be carried out with minimal complications. These dermal fillers are injected under the skin with a very fine needle. This produces natural appearing volume under the wrinkles and folds which are lifted and smoothed out. The results can often be seen immediately. The outcome of treatment will vary among patients. In some instances, additional treatment may be necessary to achieve desired outcomes. Risks and Complications Before undergoing this procedure, understanding the risks is essential. No procedure is completely risk-free. The following risks may occur, but there may be unforeseen risks and risks that are not included on this list. Some of these risks, if they occur, may necessitate hospitalization, and/or extended outpatient therapy to permit adequate treatment. It has been explained to me that there are certain inherent and potential risks and side effects in any invasive procedure and in this specific instance such risks include but are not limited to 1) Post-treatment discomfort, swelling, redness, bruising, and discoloration; 2) Post-treatment infection associated with any transcutaneous injection; 3) Allergic reaction; 4) Reactivation of herpes (cold sores); 5) Lumpiness, visible yellow or white patches; 6) Granuloma formation; 7) Localized necrosis and/or sloughing, with scab and/or without scab if blood vessel occlusion occurs. 8) Filler may move from the place it was injected. 9)

Filler can accidentally be injected into a blood vessel, which may block the blood vessel and cause local tissue damage or potentially even a heart attack, stroke, or blindness. 10) Radio-Opacity if using Radiesse is visible on Ct scans and may be visible in X-rays. 11)I understand that the safety of dermal fillers with dermal therapies such as epilation, UV radiation, laser, mechanical or chemical peeling procedures, massage, use of Clarisonic skin cleansing brush has not been evaluated in controlled clinical trials: The use of any of these procedures is not recommended as such treatments may alter the characteristics of the filler.

Pregnancy and Illness Iam not aware that I am pregnant. I am not trying to get pregnant. I am not lactating (nursing I do not have or have not had any major illnesses which would prohibit me from receiving dermal fillers. I certify that I do not have multiple allergies or high sensitivity to medications, including but not limited to lidocaine.

Alternatives to the procedures and options that I have volunteered for have been fully explained to me.

Payment I understand that this is an elective procedure and that payment is my responsibility and is expected at the time of treatment.

Right to Discontinue Treatment I understand that I have the right to discontinue treatment at any time.

Dermal fillers have been shown to be safe and effective when compared to collagen skin implants and related products to fill in wrinkles, lines, and folds in the skin on the face. Its effect can last up to 6 months. Most patients are pleased with the results of dermal fillers use. However, like any esthetic procedure, there is no guarantee that you will be completely satisfied. There is no guarantee that wrinkles and folds will disappear completely, or that you will not require additional treatment to achieve the results you seek. The dermal filler procedure is temporary and additional treatments will be required periodically, generally within 4-6 months, involving additional injections for the effect to continue. I am aware that follow-up treatments will be needed to maintain the full effects. I am aware the duration of treatment is dependent on many factors including but not limited to: age, sex, tissue conditions, my general health and lifestyle conditions, and sun exposure. The correction, depending on these factors, may last up to 6 months and in some cases shorter and some cases longer. These risks are not meant to be all-inclusive of all possible risks associated with fillers as there are both known and unknown side effects associated with any medication or procedure. The following risks may occur with injections: bleeding, bruising, redness, pain,

scarring, swelling, discoloration, infection, raised bumps of skin, headache, allergic reactions, poor cosmetic results, cold sores (if had previously), and death. I have been instructed in and understand the post-treatment instructions. I will follow all the aftercare instructions as it is crucial I do so for healing.

1. I understand this is an elective procedure and I hereby voluntarily consent to treatment with dermal fillers for facial rejuvenation, lip enhancement, establishing proper lip and smile lines, and replacing facial volume. The procedure has been fully explained to me. I also understand that any treatment performed is between me and the doctor/healthcare provider/nurse who is treating me and I will direct all post-operative questions or concerns to the treating clinician. I have read the above and understand it. My questions have been answered satisfactorily. I accept the risks and complications of the procedure and I understand that no guarantees are implied as to the outcome of the procedure. I also certify that if I have any changes in my medical history, I will notify the doctor/healthcare professional who treated me immediately. 2. I understand that all this is an elective treatment and that all sales are non-refundable or exchangeable and this elective treatment is a final sale.