Anyone interested in fillers was thoroughly shaken after the Radar broadcast on 15-11-2021. The message is: "Never let a beautician inject fillers". No matter how attractive the price.
A filler injection may only be performed by a doctor. A doctor has good knowledge of anatomy and can provide appropriate aftercare, unlike, for example, a beautician. Therefore, ensure that during a filler treatment, from consultation to aftercare, you are assisted by a doctor. So, don't be swayed by the price; it's your face after all, and the damage can be immense.
"Watch the Radar broadcast about the Mesogun"
Fillers are popular
The number of filler treatments has increased enormously in recent years, especially among young people. This growth seems to have originated from social media, where the beauty ideal, distorted by filters and Photoshop, has moved far from reality. Young women, in particular, allow themselves to be manipulated by this unrealistic beauty ideal and opt for filler treatments. These treatments are quite expensive, leading to a search for cheap fillers. To our great surprise, people still end up in a beautician's chair for a filler treatment instead of a beauty treatment. How is this possible?
Can a beautician inject fillers?
A beautician is not anatomically or medically trained and is therefore legally not allowed to inject fillers. The execution of this treatment is thus reserved solely for a doctor. To circumvent this, one can use a 'Mesogun', a device that operates fully or partially automatically. The dosage and the procedure can be set on the Mesogun, meaning the procedure is officially no longer manual. During the Radar broadcast, it is shown how the pen is disconnected, after which injections are performed manually. There are several crucial blood vessels in the face that a beautician is not trained to work with. Furthermore, an injection can lead to complications; a doctor knows how to deal with these, a beautician does not.
One-day filler course
Doctors have studied for years and gained experience to be competent enough to practice their profession. A one-day 'mesogun' filler course cannot compete with this. The providers of these courses try to push the boundaries of what is and isn't allowed; it's a gray area. However, the consequences and aftercare associated with this 'mesogun' filler technique are not considered at all. It is no coincidence that the BIG Act was introduced by the government in 2019; this law ensures that only doctors may perform cosmetic procedures.
Complications from fillers
Due to the increasing number of filler treatments, complications are also increasing. Dr. Tom Decates, the complications doctor when it comes to cosmetic procedures, is concerned about this. Weekly, he sees patients with a blocked blood vessel due to incorrect filler injection. This can lead to tissue necrosis and can cause lifelong discomfort. There are risks associated with a cosmetic treatment, but this risk is many times greater if you get treated by a beautician who has done a one-day filler course in an unregulated setting.
Always have a Botox or filler treatment performed by a doctor
Due to the popularity of Botox and filler treatments, we are overwhelmed by new cosmetic clinics and price offers. Our advice is to always choose a BIG registered doctor who is also a member of the NVCG (Dutch Association of Cosmetic Medicine). You might pay a bit more for a filler treatment with a doctor, but you can be sure that you have someone in front of you who has experience and is competent enough to perform the treatment. Choose a cosmetic clinic where you are assisted by a doctor during the consultation, treatment, and aftercare. Injecting fillers is a precise profession with inherent risks. By choosing a doctor instead of a beautician, you reduce the chance of complications. Should a complication occur, the doctor is skilled enough to resolve it.
With over 9 years of experience in surgery and plastic surgery, Mirthe brings valuable expertise to aesthetic medicine. This surgical background contributes to her refined technique and in-depth knowledge of facial anatomy. Mirthe is known for her subtle, natural approach. Her specializations include eyelid treatments - both with PlexR and surgically -, under-eye bag treatments, and liquid facelifts. She performs these treatments with an eye for detail and harmony, always prioritizing a natural result. Within The Body Clinic, Mirthe plays an important role in guiding new and experienced doctors. She shares her knowledge and experience, ensuring that all doctors master the latest techniques and our high-quality standards. This way, we guarantee that every treatment meets the expertise you expect from The Body Clinic.
