How do I choose a cosmetic injector?
You only have to look on social media to see how many people offer injectable cosmetic treatments these days. So, how do you choose the person who is suitable to treat you? Here are some tips: Their aesthetic style aligns with yours. For some people, they want noticeable results, big lips, high cheekbones and well-defined jawlines. For others, they want an utterly undetectable effect. Asking to see a Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse before and afters of past patient treatment results will give you a good idea of what you can expect. You can then decide on whether these results are what you are looking to achieve. Their clinic is located near to you. Depending on the result you are after or the treatment you have done, you may need follow-up treatments or reviews. So, ideally, you don’t want to travel across town regularly if you can avoid it. They perform treatments in an appropriate facility When it comes to your body and health it’s important to ensure you receive the best quality. All Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurses perform injectable cosmetic treatments in clinics that have met a suitability checklist. This means they tick all the boxes for infection control and safety to deal with any medical emergency in the unlikely event that this happens. They are registered as a Nurse and have completed relevant training for the procedure you want them to perform. Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurses hold current registrations with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and are insured and highly trained to perform the procedures on their treatment menu. By choosing a Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse, you can be assured you are in safe hands. They are well trained in the latest treatments and know how to deal with complications. Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurses attend training every six weeks, meaning their skills and knowledge are never outdated. They are always learning new skills and sharpening their techniques to deliver the best results to their patients. Patient safety is also of paramount importance to a Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse. They will have safety equipment on hand to deal with complications and access 24-hour, seven-day-per-week support with our Telehealth Practitioners Team to deal with any adverse reactions or complications. To find your nearest Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse call 1300 255 913 or email [email protected].
Why don’t my anti-wrinkle treatments last?
Australians are said to spend an estimated $350 million on anti-wrinkle injections annually. In the hands of a Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse, wrinkle-reduction treatments are an undetectable and relatively painless way to turn back years off an ageing face. How do anti-wrinkle treatments work? Anti-wrinkle medications work by freezing and relaxing the muscles, preventing them from contracting and forming new wrinkles and softening lines and wrinkles that have already appeared before treatment. What are anti-wrinkle treatments made of? Anti-wrinkle injections are composed of a natural purified protein, called Botulinum Toxin, that relaxes wrinkle-causing muscles creating a smoother, rejuvenated and more youthful appearance. The muscle relaxant inhibits the communication between the nerves and the muscles, disabling them from contracting and forming wrinkles. How will my Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse know what wrinkle-reduction medication is right for me? In Australia, there are three brands of botulinum toxin. Two have the active part of the neurotoxin but also have an associated complex protein that is not involved in the function of the botulinum toxin itself. These brands with active neurotoxin and complex proteins are a risk factor for developing immunity. They can often trigger the immune system, leading to antibodies to the complexing protein and the active neurotoxin. If this happens, it renders the anti-wrinkle treatment ineffective. The third brand of botulinum toxin is purified and doesn’t contain the complexing proteins. Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurses are trained to use all the TGA approved anti-wrinkle products. Your Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse will choose the most appropriate medication to meet your needs based on your age, medical history, and desired aesthetic result. How many units of medication will I need? The number of units of medication required varies depending upon what part of the face is being treated, how strong your muscles are, and your age. Your Cosmetic Nurse will conduct a full-face consultation with you before administering your treatment to map out a treatment plan that will meet your aesthetic goals. How long do wrinkle-reduction treatments last? In most people, the body will break down the protein within four to two to four months, which is why your Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse will want to book you in for follow-up treatments to keep your results up. My anti-wrinkle treatment results don’t last that long. There is a minority group of people for whom it may seem as if anti-wrinkle treatments don’t last that long. The lack of results can occur for both first-time users and regular users of this cosmetic treatment. It can be frustrating not knowing why and wondering whether the product was used in the correct dosage or whether the practitioner administered the product correctly. It turns out, however, that our bodies might be to blame. Immunity to anti-wrinkle injections means our bodies recognise the injection product as a foreign substance and produce antibodies to fight it, thus reducing the effectiveness of the treatment. The lack of response is because the active ingredient in anti-wrinkle medicines is a type of protein, a paralysing neurotoxin. However, when introduced into our muscles, our bodies can identify it and induce an immune response. What can a Cosmetic Nurse do to get longer results for me? Fortunately, your Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse can help achieve your aesthetic goals by switching up the medication used, administering smaller doses of the anti-wrinkle, having more frequent treatments, or changing where and how the medication is administered. That is why it’s essential that when you choose a Cosmetic Nurse, you stay consistent with your treatment journey, so they can make small changes that will help you achieve your aesthetic goals. Want to find out more? Call 1300 255 913 or email [email protected] to find your nearest Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse today. Follow us at @juvae_au to never miss another blog.
Have you mastered your consultation process
The consultation process between yourself and your patients is a critical first step in identifying all the information you need to decide whether the patient is right for treatment, what treatment plan you can map out for your patient, and how you can maximise the most potential for and from your patient. A patient has already made a judgement call on you from how you present on social media, which is why they have chosen to make an appointment with you.  There is something about your branding or before and after results that spoke to them, and now they have chosen to invest in your skills. When a patient arrives at your clinic, they are assessing the reception area, does the area present cleanly, neatly, does it make them feel safe, and like they have made the right decision to spend their money here and with you? When you introduce yourself, how are you credentialling yourself?  What information are you giving to your patient that gives them confidence you are appropriately trained in the procedure they are having performed?  Tell them about your education, training, aesthetic results, and what makes you uniquely you, as a Cosmetic Nurse.  This is your chance to sell yourself so the patient cannot help but rebook with you. During your appointment, are you warm, friendly, and engaged with the information your patient is sharing with you?  How are you coming across to your patient?  Self-reflection is important.  There are many good injectors out there, how are you making the most of your time in front of your patient to make sure they feel comfortable? You need to explain the involvement of the Skype doctor, so this is not seen as an intrusion on their appointment.  You need to explain it in a way that does not undermine your expertise.  You are the one with the needle in your hand after all. When their treatment is over, make sure you rebook them in.  Even if they hesitate, you need to get in their diary, so they are committed to you, and are less inclined to shop around the next time they are due for treatment.  This is also much easier to do if you have mapped out a treatment plan for them, so they know why they should come back to you.
COVID Guide to Protect You and Your Patients
As a Juv’ae Cosmetic Nurse, we do not want you to place yourself at increased risk from COVID-19. To reduce your risk, you must adhere to strict infection control procedures to protect yourself and your patients. Download the Juv’ae Covid-19 Guide to protecting yourself and your patients. Below is a list of resources and information that may be of interest from the Australian Government Department of Health’s website: ·       Resources for health professionals ·       COVID-19 infection control training ·       COVID-19 response update for Allied Health Practitioners webinar ·       healthdirect Coronavirus (COVID-19) Symptom Checker
