Scars
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None
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Operation time
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No surgery – Procedure time 30min
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Anaesthesia
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None
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Hospital Stay
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None
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Benefits
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Cosmetic, Psychological
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Risks
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Bleeding, Infection, Skin Necrosis, Pain, Discomfort, Skin discoloration, Nerve injury (Numbness, weakness, paralysis), Bruising, Swelling, Overcorrection, Undercorrection, Asymmetry, Cosmetic, Contour irregularities, Need for further treatments, Blindness, Allergic reaction
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N.B. Most complications are unlikely and serious risks are rare
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Risk factors
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Smoking, high blood pressure, bleeding tendency, diabetes, non-advised massage and manipulation
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Optimising factors
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Diet rich in Vitamin C and protein, plenty of fluids, fresh air
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Discomfort
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1 day
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Bruising
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Unusual, 1 week if present
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Recovery
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1 day
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Acceptable appearance
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3 days for most patients (This is subjective)
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Final result
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1 week for 6-18 months
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Alternatives
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No injection, Make-up, fat transfer, facial implants
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