About Me
Michele is a qualified emergency nurse practitioner who works part time for the NHS in a minor injury unit. She has worked as a nurse for over 15 years and is a qualified non medical prescriber.
Michele is committed to working with you delivering aesthetic treatments that enhance your natural features. With an emphasis on individualized care, she aims to provide results that highlight your unique attributes and elevate your self confidence.
She has trained in foundation and advanced level aesthetics with Derma Institute. Derma Institute is an award-winning aesthetic training academy and centre of excellence for facial aesthetic treatments. They only train qualified medical health professionals. Michele is on course to complete the Level 7 Diploma with Derma Institute. This Ofqual regulated qualification is the gold standard for medical aesthetics practitioners.
Booking Advice
Advice on booking
Michele advises that before you book a specific treatment (unless of course you have had treatments before!) that you book a consultation first so that she can discuss with you your ideas and expectations and tailor a treatment just for you! This will also give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
Treatments and Information
Please click the book here button and you will be directed to my booking page.
Our Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are Botulin Toxin Injections and dermal fillers safe?
Botolin Toxin A injections are FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved. The FDA are are a regulatory agency responsible for protecting public health. The fillers Michele uses are also approved by the FDA and CE marked (this signifies that they meet high health and safety standards). The fillers used at Orchard Aesthetics are hyaluronic acid based fillers. These types of fillers can be dissolved if necessary. Botulin toxin A injections and dermal fillers are usually safe when administered by a qualified health care professional that has been trained in aesthetics.
How do they work?
Botulin toxin works by blocking certain chemical signals from the nerves that cause the muscles to contract. This causes the muscles to relax reducing wrinkles and lines. This does not work immediately but can take up to two weeks to see the full results. This is a temporary effect lasting typically from three to four months.
Dermal fillers are a gel like product that can be used to restore volume and smooth the lines caused by ageing. Results are immediate and can last from months to years dependent on the product used.
Does it hurt?
The needles used to administer botulin toxin A are very small fine needles. Some people experience little to no pain. Some people describe a slight stinging or pinching type pain.
Dermal fillers can be administered via small injections or via a cannula depending on the area to be treated. The dermal filler has lidocaine added to it which is a local anaesthetic to make the treatment more comfortable.
If you are worried about this a numbing gel can be applied to the treatment area. Please ask about this during the consultation and it can be discussed.
Is it suitable for me?
Botulin Toxin A
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It cannot be used at the site of an infection.
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Children under the age of 18 are not legally permitted to have botulin toxin aesthetic treatments.
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Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding cannot be treated.
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People who have previously had an allergic reaction to botulin toxin type A injections
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People with certain neuromuscular disorders.
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People who are taking certain types of medications.
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Dermal fillers should not be used in those with active infections such as acne and cold sores.
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Those who are pregnant, breastfeeding.
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Those with certain medical conditions or allergies.
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Those who are taking medications that may cause you to bleed (anticoagulants).
Dermal Fillers
The above is just an overview and your your practitioner will take a full medical history from you during your consultation to ensure that there are no contraindications to you having a treatment.
ls there downtime?
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Most people can continue with everyday activities immediately after their treatment.
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You should not rub or massage the area to prevent the product from spreading.
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You should not apply make up for 4 hours.
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Avoid physical exercise, even yoga and saunas on the day of your treatment.
Your practitioner will give you an aftercare advice sheet which will explain everything about the aftercare following Botox or dermal filler treatment. Please feel free to ask if you have any questions.
What about side effects?
Most side effects are mild and temporary. People have experienced swelling, bruising, redness, mild headache and rarely a weakness in nearby muscles which can lead to a droopy brow with Botox treatments. Very rare are symptoms of breathing swallowing or speech problems.
(Source:American Academy of Dermatology)
With dermal fillers you can experience bruising, swelling, redness and pain. These usually occur soon after treatment and resolve in a few days to weeks. Less common side effects are raised bumps under the skin, infection and if incorrectly placed tissue damage.
(Source FDA)
With either treatment although rare, there is a risk of an anaphylactic reaction.
Get in Touch!
Michele your practitioner will be happy to discuss any concerns and explain treatments to you before you decide on any procedure. This will ensure that the treatment is the right treatment for you, and you understand and know what to expect.
You can contact Michele via the Whatsapp link if you would just like to have an informal chat!
