This article is being written. The headings below are the final structure. Full copy is added by Dr Mustafa Ganijee before publication.
The risks, named first
Infection, lumps and nodules, asymmetry, migration and the rare vascular complications.
How common each risk is
What the published evidence supports, and where the evidence is still thin.
Why the material matters
Medically approved hyaluronic acid versus permanent fillers, silicone and fat transfer, and why reversibility is a safety feature.
Not sure whether this applies to you?
The self-assessment takes about a minute and is reviewed by a doctor before your consultation.
Why the injector matters more
Anatomy, plane of injection, sterile technique and dose control.
Who should not have this treatment
Active infection, certain skin and clotting conditions, unrealistic expectations, body image concerns.
Warning signs after treatment
What is normal in the first week, and what should prompt you to contact the clinic immediately.
Questions that tell you a clinic is safe
Who injects, what product, what happens if something goes wrong, and who you call at 9pm.
About the author
Dr Mustafa Ganijee is a UK GP with more than 14 years of medical experience and the lead clinician at Alpha Male Clinic in Manchester.