Dermal Fillers - Consent Form<\/h2>\n
Dermal fillers are used for the treatment of facial creases, wrinkles, folds contour defects, depressions scars, facial lipoatrophy (loss of fat) and enhancement purposes. These treatments involve multiple injections of filler into or below the skin to fill wrinkles and restore volume. The effects of dermal fillers are temporary and no guarantees can be made regarding how long correction will last in a specific patient. Alternatives to temporary fillers include, but are not limited to: permanent dermal fillers, laser resurfacing and skin tightening, surgical facelift or no treatment at all.<\/p>\n
Possible risks, side-effects, and complications with dermal fillers include but are not limited to:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Bruising, redness and swelling
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\u2022 Visibly raised areas or bumpiness at\/around the treated sites
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\u2022 Asymmetry, overcorrection or under correction
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\u2022 Unpredictable persistence of filler, either shorter or longer than anticipated
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\u2022 Prolonged discoloration of the skin such as brown, greyish, bluish or reddish colouration
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\u2022 Filler material may be extruded from the skin in rare cases
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\u2022 Prolonged or severe swelling
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\u2022 Infection
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\u2022 Rarely granulomas or firm nodules may form
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\u2022 Benign tumour formation (keratoacanthomas)
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\u2022 Allergic reaction with itchiness, redness and in extremely rare cases generalised allergic response such as a whole-body swelling, respiratory problems and shock
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\u2022 Scarring is extremely rare
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\u2022 Skin breakdown or ulceration
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\u2022 Blindness<\/br><\/p>\n<\/div>
Botox - Consent Form<\/h2>\n
Injection of botulinum toxin causes weakness of targeted muscles, which can last approximately 2-4 mmonths and over this time the effects will diminish. Injection of small amounts of botulinum toxin relaces the treade muscles and can reduce facial wrinkles such as frown lines. It is injected with a small needle into the targeted muscles. Effects are typically seen in a few days and can take 1-2 weeks to fully develop.<\/br>
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\nPossible risks, side-effects, and complications with botulinum toxin include but are not limited to:<\/p>\n
Botulinum toxin-related<\/i>
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\u2022 Localised burning or stinging pain during injection
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\u2022 Blepharoptosis (droopy eyelid)
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\u2022 Eyebrow ptosis (droopy eyebrow)
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\u2022 Ectropion of the lower eyelid (eyelid margin eversion)
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\u2022 Lagophthalmus (incomplete eyelid closure)
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\u2022 Xerophthalmia (dry eyes)
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\u2022 Epiphora (excess tearing)
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\u2022 Diplopia (double vision)
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\u2022 Impaired Blink Reflex
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\u2022 Photophobia (light sensitivity)
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\u2022 Globe trauma
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\u2022 Infraorbital festooning (worsening of eyebags)
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\u2022 Lip ptosis with resultant smile asymmetry
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\u2022 Oral incompetence with resultant drooling and impaired speaking, eating or drinking
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\u2022 Cheek flaccidity
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\u2022 Dysarthria (difficulty articulating)
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\u2022 Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)
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\u2022 Hoarseness
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\u2022 Neck weakness
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\u2022 Facial asymmetry, alteration or poor aesthetic result
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\u2022 Inadequate reduction of wrinkles or lack of intended effect in the treatment area
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\u2022 Worsening wrinkles in areas adjacent to the treatment area
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\u2022 Weakening muscles adjacent to the treatment area
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\u2022 Autoantibodies against botulinum toxin. Autoantibodies may be present or develop after injection, rendering treatment ineffective (1-2% of patients treated for cosmetic indications)
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\u2022 Extremely rare, immediate hypersensitivity reaction with signs of urticaria, oedema and a remote possibility of anaphylaxis<\/br>
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\nGeneral Injection-related<\/i>
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\u2022 Pain
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\u2022 Bruising
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\u2022 Erythema
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\u2022 Oedema
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\u2022 Tenderness
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\u2022 Headache
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\u2022 Infection
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\u2022 Numbness or paresthesia
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\u2022 Anxiety
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\u2022 Vasovagal episdoe and loss of consciousness<\/br>
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\nFor most complications there are no corrective treatment and the spontaneously resolve as botulinum toxin effect diminish.<\/p>\n
Clinically necessary top-up of botox within 3 weeks in included.<\/p>\n
By submitting this form, I certify that I have fully read this consent form and understand the written information provided to me regarding the proposed procedure. I ahve been adequately informed about the procedure including: the potential benefis, risks, limitations and alternative treatments and I have had all questions answered to my satisfaction. <\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>