Emergency Support
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, including anaphylaxis or compromised breathing, please call 000 first
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If you have concerns regarding your treatment area, specifically any signs of
the possible adverse events described to you in your pre-treatment consultation,
please contact Nurse Natasha promptly.
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We provide emergency contact details to all patients who undertake cosmetic injectable treatments. This includes a 24/7 mobile number on your aftercare information.
Alternatively, you can call the clinic number and follow the prompt for emergency.
Dermal Filler Adverse Events
Dermal filler treatments have significant risks associated which are educated to every patient pre-treatment. We provide excellent after care information for each patient to have with them after a dermal filler treatment.
A specific adverse event that is essential for patients to monitor for in the first 72 hours is a vascular occlusion, aka a "V.O". Prompt action is essential in this situation for best chance of reversal.
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In addition to personally providing after care information and after hours emergency contact to NARA Clinic patients, we have listed a 'Signs & Symptoms' reference list below to further assist all patients post HA dermal filler treatments.
Action Steps:
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Always report any concerns to your injecting practitioner ASAP.
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Providing photos with good lighting and a video performing a capillary refill check to your practitioner is ideal for the immediate action.
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Arrange a review appointment to see your practitioner in person for a proper clinical review for best assessment and any required intervention can take place.
Signs & Symptoms:
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Increasing pain and swelling ​
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Increased bruising, particularly any extending outside the treatment area
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Discolouration is a key indicator. (pale, blue or grey, and mottling pattern)
Note:
Stay calm, and maintain good communication with your practitioner. They are there to help you and will be the best person to intervene.​
Presenting to an emergency department at the hospital can present some challenges as they do not have training in aesthetic medicine, and do not usually stock the emergency medication required. In the event you are under the care of a hospital department or GP, always still include your injecting practitioner. Collaborative health care is in your best interests, so all parties have accurate information to best provide medical intervention.
Kindest regards,
