Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures

Cosmetic treatments are anything done to the body for aesthetic purposes that aren’t invasive. For example, a facial or an eyebrow wax. Cosmetic treatments are different from non-surgical cosmetic procedures and cosmetic surgery — and generally, cosmetic treatments don’t require medical or surgical training.

Non-surgical cosmetic procedures are minimally invasive treatments that provide aesthetic enhancements without the need for surgery. These procedures are an excellent alternative to plastic surgery, offering impressive and long-lasting results with less downtime and lower risks. At Harley Street MD, we offer a variety of non-surgical cosmetic treatments for both the face and body.

Although often confused for the same thing — cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery are actually slightly different terms, referring to slightly different things. Cosmetic surgery/non-cosmetic treatments generally focus on improving the appearance aesthetically and making adjustments or changing someone’s appearance for aesthetic reasons. Cosmetic surgery is elective by the patient and is a procedure done to improve the appearance, not function, of a body part.

Plastic surgery, however, is defined as a surgical speciality for people who require surgery to improve the form or function of their body. For example, people receiving plastic surgery may require treatment because of facial and body defects, birth disorders, trauma, burns, or disease. Plastic surgery is the term used when the area is being corrected or reconstructed.

The risks of non-surgical cosmetic procedures are much less than those associated with cosmetic surgery, and this is one of the main appeals for non-surgical cosmetic treatments. Some of the risks your practitioner will discuss with you are allergic reaction, swelling, redness, bruising, and tenderness.

Only if you decide to tell them! With a lot of our treatments, the results are subtle but effective. Most people will notice that you look younger, more refreshed, and more youthful — but they won’t be able to pinpoint why or how. Your face will still look like your face; the changes aren’t as dramatic as cosmetic surgery.

Some non-surgical cosmetic procedures are reversible, yes. Because many non-surgical cosmetic procedures revolve around the use of hyaluronic acid, which can be dissolved, most treatments can be reversed if you change your mind.

Yes, it is possible to have multiple non-surgical cosmetic procedures in the same session. However, it’ll depend on the variety of treatments you opt for and what your practitioner recommends. Some clinics may even have “bundles” of treatments that work well together.

For example, having Botox in your forehead and filler in your chin shouldn’t be an issue. However, having multiple treatments in your forehead in the same session may not be recommended. If you’re looking to book multiple treatments, always take the chance to discuss it with your consultant during your initial consultation.

Most people don’t need time off work after they receive a non-surgical cosmetic procedure. Most procedures take between 30 minutes and one hour, so some people even choose to have the treatment during a lunch break. Because the pain is minimal, and the treatments are minimally invasive, there should be no reason why you can’t return to work after the treatment or the next day.

There are many great non-surgical cosmetic procedures that can help you look younger. Our tear trough filler is a fantastic non-surgical cosmetic procedure that helps the eyes look lifted and refreshed — contributing to an overall younger-looking appearance. Our Botox injections and chin filler are also great for looking more youthful too, as they help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.