All treatments carry potential risks. Recovery and individual response vary according to the treatment, area treated, your anatomy and medical history, and the products or devices used.
This page provides general information about possible risks and recovery following treatments offered at AHA Skin Aesthetics. It is not an exhaustive list and does not replace an individual consultation, written informed consent or the treatment-specific aftercare instructions you receive.
Informed Consent & Treatment Planning
Before treatment, we'll discuss the plan proposed for you and give you time to ask questions. This may include:
Your medical history, current medications, allergies, previous procedures and individual circumstances are considered when assessing suitability. A recommendation may change after assessment. Treatment proceeds only after you have had the opportunity to consider the information and provide consent.
When to Seek Help
Some temporary swelling, tenderness, redness or bruising may occur after treatment. Follow the written aftercare instructions provided for your treatment and contact the clinic promptly if you experience unexpected, persistent or worsening symptoms.
Seek urgent medical attention for symptoms such as:
For severe or rapidly worsening symptoms, call 000 or attend an Emergency department.
Treatment Outcomes, Longevity & Follow-Up
Individual responses vary. A treatment may have a greater or lesser effect than expected, and results may differ from your expectations or last for a shorter or longer time than anticipated. Further or maintenance treatment may be discussed where appropriate. No particular result, degree of symmetry, treatment duration or even of satisfaction can be guaranteed.
A review may be recommended depending on the treatment and your response. Please attend any review arranged for you, as photographs or messages may not provide enough information to assess a concern.
The information on this page is a general guide. Your practitioner will discuss the risks relevant to your proposed treatment and personal circumstances, along with the expected recovery and aftercare, before you decide whether to proceed.
A consultation gives us time to discuss your health history, suitability, potential risks, recovery and alternatives before you decide how to proceed.
Temporary redness, tenderness, swelling or bruising can occur around treatment sites. Some people may experience a headache, temporary asymmetry, a feeling of heaviness, changes in eyebrow position, or temporary changes to facial expression.
Less commonly, effects may include eyelid or brow drooping, dry or watery eyes, or an unwanted change in movement. Rarely, muscle weakness may affect areas beyond those intended.
Seek urgent medical attention if you experience difficulty breathing, swallowing or speaking, significant generalised weakness, double vision or another serious or rapidly worsening symptom.
Bruising, redness, swelling, tenderness and temporary firmness or unevenness can occur after treatment. Swelling may be more noticeable in some areas and can affect the appearance while the tissue settles. Asymmetry, lumps, product movement, infection, inflammatory reactions or prolonged swelling may also occur.
A rare but serious complication is reduced blood flow to the skin or other tissue. Warning signs can include severe or unusual pain, pale or mottled skin, unusual coolness, or a change in vision. Tissue injury, scarring, visual loss or other serious harm can occur. These symptoms require urgent assessment.
Some products can be dissolved with a specific treatment where clinically appropriate; this does not apply to every product or complication.
Temporary bruising, redness, swelling, tenderness or small areas of firmness may occur after treatment. Results develop gradually and individual responses vary. More than one treatment may be recommended, depending on the product and treatment plan.
Possible complications include persistent lumps or nodules, uneven response, asymmetry, infection, inflammatory reactions or an unwanted change in contour. Some products cannot be dissolved or reversed with an enzyme. Your practitioner will explain the product-specific risks and expected treatment course before you decide.
Temporary redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness or small raised areas may occur at treatment sites. These usually settle as the skin recovers, although the timing varies.
Other possible complications include infection, prolonged swelling, lumps, inflammatory reactions, changes in skin colour or an allergic reaction. Where a product is administered by injection, the risks associated with injections also apply. The specific risks depend on the product, technique and area treated.
Redness, warmth, sensitivity, swelling, pinpoint bleeding, dryness or peeling may occur after treatment. The degree and duration of recovery vary with the treatment and your skin.
Possible complications include prolonged redness, a flare of acne or cold sores, infection, changes in pigmentation, burns, scarring or an allergic reaction to a product used. Skin may be more sensitive during recovery. Follow the treatment-specific instructions about skincare, sun exposure and activities.
Temporary bruising, swelling, tenderness or tightness may occur after treatment. Possible complications include dimpling, asymmetry, visible or palpable threads, thread movement or extrusion, infection, prolonged discomfort, bruising, or scarring. Further assessment or treatment may be needed if a complication occurs.
AHA SKIN AESTHETICS
Suite 604, Level 6, Holiday Inn & Suites, 28 Spring Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022
Led by an Ahpra-registered Nurse
Disclaimer: This information is general in nature and does not constitute medical advice.
All treatments are provided following a consultation to assess individual suitability.
Results vary from person to person.
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