Viscoderm Hydrobooster

WHAT IS VISCODERM® HYDROBOOSTER SKINBOOSTER?

Viscoderm® Hydrobooster is an innovative product, from the makers of Profhilo®, packed tightly with ultrapure hyaluronic acid. This is a new injectable solution that offers a dual action: deep hydration to improve elasticity, radiance and smoothness of the skin + stretching effect on superficial wrinkles, particularly indicated for the dynamic areas of the face.
The main ingredient within Viscoderm® Hydrobooster is hyaluronic acid which is widely recognised for its safety, hydration and anti-ageing properties. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance, which is a major component of our skin and has a function in wound repair, hydration, and cell to cell communication. One of the main characteristics of hyaluronic acid is that it effectively binds water like a sponge, which is why it is an effective tissue filler.
This product is manufactured by pharmaceutical company IBSA, where the entire production chain is controlled, giving it a greater safety profile, less chemical alteration, natural skin integration, and natural results.

ARE VISCODERM® HYDROBOOSTER INJECTIONS SAFE?

Like any medical intervention, there are risks that are associated with having any injectable treatment. Fortunately, many side effects are rare or very rare. IBSA’s pharmaceutical company injectable products are class III medical devices and have been extensively and rigorously tested over many years with considerable evidence to support their robust safety profile in cosmetic medicine.
As part of your consultation with us, you will be advised on these in more detail before you decide to proceed with any treatment. Our medical practitioner’s training, expertise and experience means that he is able to assist you with side effects should you experience them. More commonly reported side effects, usually related to the procedure itself, are mild bruising or swelling of the skin, and are generally described as mild to moderate. You should plan your treatments around social events in case you do experience any effects that could affect your appearance, such as bruising.

WHAT DOES THE PROCEDURE INVOLVE?

Prior to your treatment you will be given a full consultation, complete a medical questionnaire and be offered a cooling off period to enable you to make an informed decision with full disclosure of the possible risks and side effects specific to you. You will also be given an indication of the cost of the treatment. Before you receive any treatment, you will be required to sign a consent form, this may be on paper or electronic, and be given the opportunity to ask any further questions. Photographs will be taken and kept as part of your medical record. These can be used for any marketing, advertising purpose, with your explicit permission.
Our medical practitioner will perform an examination of the area to determine the most appropriate treatment plan. It is important to have realistic expectations about what Viscoderm® Hydrobooster can achieve.
A topical anaesthetic cream will be used, this will be applied and removed after 20-30 minutes to allow it to take effect. The area/areas to be treated will be cleaned, makeup removed if worn, and then disinfected. The procedure itself involves multiple tiny needle injections and you may experience several pin pricks or a scratching sensation and possibly a mild burning sensation as the product is injected.
Depending on the treatment area(s), treatment time will often be between 60 to 75 minutes. Following your procedure, the practitioner will massage the area and then clean the skin. Also, a post-treatment cream will be applied. After the procedure, you will receive all the aftercare information needed and be offered a follow up appointment in 6-8 weeks when the second treatment session will be needed.

AM I SUITABLE FOR VISCODERM® HYDROBOOSTER SKINBOOSTER?

We recommend this procedure if your skin looks dull, dry and lacklustre and if fine lines and wrinkles have become more noticeable over the last few years especially around the mouth, eyes and forehead. Both younger and older adults, men and women find that the use of skinboosters like Viscoderm® Hydrobooster can achieve the appearance they desire.

You may not be suitable for treatment if any of the following apply:
• Viscoderm cannot be given to pregnant or breast-feeding women and is not recommended if you are actively trying to get pregnant or undergoing IVF; also if you are under the age of 18.
• If you suffer from keloid scarring or have active skin conditions, such as acne or psoriasis.
• If you have certain medical conditions, such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune conditions, blood clotting disorders, cancer, immunosuppression (either medical or drug-related).
• If you are suffering from any skin infection in or near the treatment area, including cold sores.
• If you are suffering from any other infection, including dental, throat, ear, chest or sinus infections.
• If you are unwell, including coughs and colds, on the day of treatment.
• If you are taking any medicines which affect bleeding, such as aspirin or warfarin.
• If you have had Roaccutane or isotretinoin in the past 6 months.
• Certain allergies, including lidocaine or bee sting allergy.
• Recent facial surgery or other dermal fillers in the same area.
• Permanent implants, such as silicone implants in the face or pins and plates.
• Previous rhinoplasty, if considering dermal fillers in the nose.

IS THERE ANY PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE?

• Avoid taking anti-inflammatories (such as aspirin, ibuprofen or naproxen) for 3 days prior to treatment (unless this has been prescribed by your doctor) as this increases the risk of bruising.
• Alcohol, fish oils, St. John’s Wort, Gingko Biloba and Vitamin E should also be avoided for 3 days prior to treatment to lessen the risk of bruising.
• If you are prone to bruising, taking arnica orally for a few days prior to treatment may lessen the risk.
• If you are unwell on the day of your appointment, contact the clinic to reschedule.
• Avoid sunbeds and tanning for at least 1 week before and after treatment.
• Ensure our practitioner is informed if there are any changes in your medical history or medication taken before receiving any treatment.

IS THERE ANY POST-TREATMENT ADVICE?

After treatment, most people can resume to their normal daily activities. Immediately after treatment, there may be some redness, tenderness and swelling at the injection sites. Bruising may be obvious immediately after treatment and may be quite pronounced.
• Do not apply make-up for 12 hours after treatment to reduce the risk of infection.
• Avoid saunas, swimming pools and sunbeds until the initial swelling and redness has settled.
• Try to avoid touching or rubbing the treated area until the following day, as you may affect the results of treatment or cause infection, unless otherwise advised.
• Massage off the area is not required; the product will diffuse naturally on its own.
• Avoid extremes of hot or cold and vigorous exercise until the initial swelling has resolved.
• If swelling persists, you may be advised to apply a cool pad to help remedy this.