Karen, 46, Property Developer

Sub Q

• Why I started

I have had a number of non-surgical procedures over the years such as Botox fillers which have always produced fantastic subtle results - so much so I was often mistaken for my daughter's sister. Over the last two years I had noticed that I looked heavier around my lips and jowl areas and therefore went to see Tracey for advice.

• The procedure

Tracey explained that the heaviness and jowls were due to the fact that as we age there is a redistribution of fat and the skin becomes more lax. She explained that although I had received fillers in the past I would require thicker natural filler to produce roundness, firmness and a natural appearance within the cheek area.

I was given information, shown previous cases that had been completed and even had the opportunity to speak to the last patient who had undergone the same treatment with Tracey two weeks ago - and she looked GREAT. I went home, discussed the treatment with my husband and then booked my appointment the next day.

On the day of the appointment the nurse applied some numbing cream and then gave me an injection in the cheek area that numbed both sides of my face. After that I felt nothing at all during the procedure although the Cannula felt funny as I could sense it beneath my cheek while the product was placed. The right cheek was done first followed by the left and the whole procedure took less than 30 minutes. Two small steri-strips were placed over the two small incisions but no stitches were needed.

After the treatment I was pleased to find minimal bruising and minimal pain. I was given very strict instructions to sleep on my back, not to massage the area and not to apply pressure directly in case the material moved. 72 hours later I removed the steri-strips and was back to normal in two weeks.

I was reviewed two weeks later and could not believe the before and after pictures. Tracey explained that I could add to the volume if I wished but I was happy with the lift produced. The results should last 12 months - something I'm happy with and something my husband can't believe - so much so he's also booked!

• Our Verdict

SubQ is another fantastic route to facial rejuvenation produced by Qmed.  Volumising of the cheek is the key to rejuvenation in the mid face producing a natural yet dramatic result. The patient must be aware that bruising can be a downside and sometimes we may need to add to the product.

Remember faces are not symmetrical. With a full consultation and assessment of the client's face SubQ can be used in all age groups for either a slight enhancement of the cheek in the 20s to a full restoration and lift of those in their later years. SubQ produces dramatic natural results.

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