Risks and Complications

General Risks and Complications Across Non-Surgical Treatments

Non-surgical treatments typically involve minimal downtime. Nonetheless, short-term effects such as redness, swelling, tenderness, or minor bruising may occur. Some procedures can leave the skin temporarily uneven or sensitive. Rarely, patients may experience allergic reactions or unexpected responses. During your consultation, your clinician will discuss the likelihood and management of these effects in the context of your treatment and provide specific aftercare instructions to minimise complications.

Treatment-Specific Risks

Wrinkle Treatments

These procedures are generally well tolerated. Temporary redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection site may occur. Mild headaches are possible. Rare complications include temporary eyelid or eyebrow drooping or minor asymmetry if product distribution is uneven.

Volume Enhancement

(Including lip enhancement, tear trough, and skin hydration treatments)
Common side effects include swelling, redness, tenderness, or bruising at injection sites. Small lumps may occasionally form under the skin. Infection is uncommon but possible. A rare but serious complication, vascular occlusion, can occur if filler enters a blood vessel. All members of the clinical team are trained to recognise and manage this emergency promptly.

Skin Treatments
(such as chemical peels, skin needling, PRP, Rejuran, Exosomes, HydraFacial, and LED therapy)
These treatments may cause temporary redness, swelling, or sensitivity in the days following the procedure. Certain treatments, particularly chemical peels, can cause flaking or peeling as part of the skin renewal process. Pigment changes are a potential risk with deeper or more intensive treatments. Infection is rare but may occur if the skin barrier is compromised.

Laser and Energy-Based Devices
(including CO2 laser, PicoSure Pro, Excel V+, Ultraformer MPT, Morpheus8, and AviClear)
Patients may experience temporary warmth, redness, or swelling. Sun sensitivity is common following laser therapy, and appropriate post-treatment care is essential. Rare complications include pigmentation changes, blistering, or scarring, which are minimised when procedures are conducted under strict medical supervision.

Hair Restoration Treatments
(such as Factor 4 and hair exosomes)
Tenderness or bruising at injection sites is common. Some patients experience mild swelling or temporary hair shedding prior to regrowth, consistent with normal hair cycles. Infection at injection sites is rare but possible.

Body Treatments
(including BodyTite, FaceTite, Ultraformer skin tightening, TruBody muscle toning and contouring)
Temporary tenderness, swelling, or uneven texture may occur. Mild redness, bruising, or numbness is possible and typically resolves over time. Rare complications include burns, scarring, or prolonged sensory changes, which are minimised when procedures are performed by trained clinicians using approved devices.

Allergic Reactions

Although uncommon, hypersensitivity or allergic reactions to treatment ingredients can occur. It is essential to provide a full medical history, including known allergies, to ensure safe and tailored treatment.

Risk Mitigation

All procedures commence with a comprehensive consultation. This assessment evaluates your medical history, aesthetic goals, and individual risk factors to develop a personalised treatment plan. All treatments are performed by experienced medical professionals using advanced technologies under strict safety protocols. Post-treatment instructions are provided, and direct clinical support is available should concerns arise.

Important Considerations

Treatment outcomes are individual and may vary. Some procedures carry the possibility of asymmetry, over- or under-correction, or irregularity, which may require refinement. Results shown in visual materials or discussed during consultation reflect individual cases and may not represent typical outcomes.

While every precaution is taken, no medical procedure is entirely without risk. This information is intended to provide a clear understanding of potential side effects and complications and does not replace personalised consultation.

If you experience unexpected reactions or complications, contact your treating clinician promptly. For urgent medical concerns, seek immediate attention.