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Ultrasound: a safety standard in aesthetic medicine
At Santé Clínica Estética, the use of ultrasound in injectable treatments is a practice that underscores our commitment to safety and precision. This imaging technology allows us to visualize anatomical structures under the skin in real time. Thus, our doctors can plan and execute injections with an accuracy that helps minimize risks and optimize results.
Ultrasound is not an accessory tool, but an integral part of our safety protocol. It helps us identify blood vessels, nerves, and the location of previous fillers. This visibility is crucial for reducing the probability of complications and ensuring that the product is deposited exactly where it is needed.
Why ultrasound before injecting?
Facial and body anatomy is complex and varies significantly between individuals. Without internal visualization, doctors rely on external references and their general anatomical knowledge. Ultrasound adds a layer of objective, real-time information.
This diagnostic imaging allows us to:
- Identify key structures: Accurately locate blood vessels and nerves to reduce the risk of accidental punctures.
- Evaluate previous fillers: Determine the quantity and location of previously injected material, crucial for revision or dissolution treatments.
- Optimize product placement: Ensure that hyaluronic acid or other injectables are deposited in the correct tissue plane, improving the efficacy and naturalness of the result.
- Reduce risks: Decrease the probability of complications such as vascular occlusions, which, although rare, can be serious.
How does the ultrasound diagnostic process work?
The process is simple and non-invasive. Before the injection, the doctor applies a conductive gel to the skin of the area to be treated. Then, a small ultrasound probe is glided over the skin, emitting high-frequency sound waves, creating detailed images on a screen.
These images allow the doctor to visualize the layers of the skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscles, blood vessels, and, if present, existing fillers. This personalized anatomical mapping is the foundation of a safe and effective injection.
- Initial Medical Consultation
- Assessment of the Area to be Treated
- Decision for Injectable Treatment
- Patient Preparation
- Application of Conductive Gel
- Pre-Injection Ultrasound Scan
- Identification of Key Structures
- Detailed Planning of Injection Point and Depth
- Ultrasound-Guided Injection (if necessary)
- Post-Injection Review and Follow-up
Use of ultrasound for filler dissolution
Occasionally, it may be necessary to dissolve a hyaluronic acid filler, either due to a complication or an aesthetic result that the patient wishes to modify. In these cases, ultrasound is a very useful tool.
Hyaluronidase, the enzyme used to dissolve hyaluronic acid, is injected under ultrasound guidance. This helps ensure that the enzyme acts directly on the unwanted filler, preserving the surrounding tissue and helping to minimize unwanted effects.
Key points
- Ultrasound offers real-time visualization of internal anatomy.
- It allows for precise injection planning, helping to avoid vessels and nerves.
- It is very useful for evaluating and dissolving previous fillers with greater safety.
- It helps reduce the risk of complications.
- It promotes more natural and harmonious results.
How Santé Clínica Estética approaches it
At Santé Clínica Estética, patient safety is one of our priorities. For this reason, ultrasound is a standard tool in the evaluation and execution of many of our injectable treatments.
Our board-certified doctors, with Dr. Sol Monsalve as Medical Director, are highly trained in the use of this technology. Each protocol is designed in a personalized way after a thorough medical evaluation, which may include ultrasound diagnosis to contribute to safety and the best possible results.
We offer a free aesthetic consultation to discuss your concerns and design a treatment plan suitable for your needs. Our team speaks Spanish, English, Portuguese, and Russian, ensuring clear and comfortable communication.
Frequently asked questions
Is ultrasound painful or does it have risks?
No, ultrasound is a completely painless and non-invasive procedure. It uses sound waves, not radiation, so it carries no known health risks for the patient.
Do all injectable treatments require ultrasound?
Not all treatments require direct ultrasound guidance during injection. However, at Santé Clínica Estética, pre-injection ultrasound evaluation is a common practice in higher-risk areas or when dealing with previous fillers, to ensure the highest possible safety.
Does ultrasound guarantee the complete absence of complications?
While ultrasound reduces the risk of complications by allowing greater precision, no medical procedure is entirely risk-free. It is a tool that optimizes safety, but the experience and expertise of the board-certified doctor remain fundamental.
Does ultrasound make the treatment more expensive?
At Santé Clínica Estética, the aesthetic consultation is free. The use of ultrasound is integrated into the medical assessment when deemed necessary for the safety and precision of the treatment.
