Dermal Fillers

The injection is generally well tolerated. Our fillers contain an integrated anesthetic (lidocaine) that ensures your comfort. For sensitive areas like the lips, a topical anesthetic cream can be applied before the treatment. Most patients describe a slight pressure rather than pain.

Yes, Dr Benguira favors a conservative approach that respects your natural features. The goal of dermal fillers is not to transform your face, but to restore volume where it has been lost or to subtly harmonize your proportions. The puffy or overdone look always results from excessive injection — not the product itself.

Duration varies depending on the area treated and the product density. Lips last on average 8 to 12 months (high mobility area). Nasolabial folds last 12 to 18 months. The perioral region lasts 10 to 14 months. Your metabolism and lifestyle also influence the duration.

Yes, this is a major advantage of hyaluronic acid. If the result does not satisfy you, the product can be dissolved quickly and safely with an enzyme called hyaluronidase. This reversibility offers peace of mind, especially for a first treatment. That said, with Dr Benguira's technique, resorting to dissolution is very rare.

Yes, and it is even recommended for complete facial rejuvenation. Botox treats dynamic wrinkles (forehead, crow's feet) while fillers restore volume (lips, cheeks, folds). Dr Benguira can perform both treatments during the same session for a harmonious overall result.

Side effects of fillers are generally mild and temporary: swelling, redness, sensitivity, and sometimes small bruises at the injection site. These effects resolve in 24 to 72 hours. Lips tend to swell a bit more than other areas, but this is perfectly normal. Serious complications are extremely rare with a qualified practitioner.

No, fillers are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, as a precaution. Although no adverse effects have been demonstrated, it is preferable to wait until the end of this period before resuming aesthetic treatments.

Swelling peaks in the first 24 to 48 hours and decreases by about 20 to 30% by the second day. Lips swell more than other treated areas — this is perfectly normal due to the significant vascularization of this area. The swelling resolves progressively and the final result is appreciated after 2 weeks. Ice application (10 minutes on, 10 minutes off) considerably accelerates resolution.

Yes, light makeup can be applied 30 minutes after injection. However, avoid rubbing or massaging the injected area during application. Your usual skincare routine (gentle cleanser, moisturizer) can be resumed the same day. Only professional facial treatments (peeling, microneedling, radiofrequency) should be avoided for 2 weeks.

Bruises are common and benign, particularly on the lips. They peak on the second day and disappear in 5 to 7 days. To accelerate healing, apply Arnica cream 3 times a day. Strictly avoid aspirin and ibuprofen (Advil) which worsen bruising — if you need a painkiller, use acetaminophen (Tylenol).

Contact us immediately at 450.983.4233 if you observe: intense pain that worsens instead of decreasing, swelling that increases after 48 hours, abnormal color change (whitening or bluish discoloration of the skin), fever, or hard and painful nodules. These situations are very rare with a qualified practitioner, but prompt management is essential.