What
is Permanent Make-Up?
This procedure injects organic pigment into the dermal layer of
your skin to enhance features of the body. Dr. Bradley's office offers
permanent eyeliner, eyelash enhancement, lipstick, lip liner, eyebrow
enhancement, and many reconstructive options including nipple areola
pigmenting following a mastectomy.
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Am
I a candidate for this procedure?
Anyone who would like to enhance his or her appearance is a
good candidate for this procedure.
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What
are the benefits of this procedure?
Permanent make-up does not wash off with water or perspiration,
allowing you to maintain a beautiful, natural look. Permanent
make-up saves time and money for busy women who do not have the
time to apply make-up or older women who suffer from diseases
that make it difficult to apply make-up.
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How
long does the procedure last?
A permanent make-up procedure can last from 1 & 1/2 hours
to 3 hours, depending on the type and number of procedures performed.
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How
do I prepare for surgery?
If you wear contacts, bring your glasses with you to the office.
Contacts cannot be worn during the procedure or for 48 hours after
the procedure is completed.
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What
does surgery involve?
A specially trained registered nurse will use a hand held
instrument that will embed organic pigment into the desired area.
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Will
I spend the night in your facility or be released after surgery?
This is usually an outpatient procedure.
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When
can I return to my normal lifestyle?
You can return to your normal lifestyle immediately after
surgery. You may experience a slight swelling of the affected
area for three to five days, with most of the swelling resolving
within 48 hours. The nurse will provide you with antibiotic cream,
which may need to be applied for three to five days, to reduce
swelling and irritation.
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Will
I need a follow-up visit?
For optimal results, two visits are usually necessary for
permanent eyeliner, eyelash enhancement, and lip liner procedures.
Permanent lipstick usually takes a total of three visits. Two
follow-up visits are included in the initial cost for the eyeliner
procedure, and three follow-up visits are included in the initial
cost for the lipstick procedure. Additional follow-ups may be
necessary within three to five years.
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