Q: What is permanent make-up?

A: It is a procedure by which pigment is implanted into the dermis layer to enhance, contour and outline facial features. It also camouflages irregularities, such as scars or to create an areola for one undergoing reconstruction due to the removal of the breast.

Q: Is permanent make-up really permanent?

A: You should consider it permanent, although fading does occur over the years. A touch up is recommended when fading occurs enough that you are adding to it on a daily basis. Or you may be one that doesn't need it for many years. This varies with each individual. So a touch up is recommended to maintain or refresh ones color. The fee for touch up is minimal.

Q: If you create an areola for my reconstructed breast, can you match it to my natural breast?

A: I have been an artist on canvas most of my life. I understand blending of color to achieve what we want for an end result. But along with permanent makeup, those colors have to be touched up periodically, also.

Q: Is everything sterile?

A: Contamination and cross contamination is of utmost importance to me in my clinic. New needles are always a must. Used needles are cut up and disposed of as well as tubes, color caps and used color. Gloves and mask, and barrier film are always used by myself during all procedures. Anything else is unacceptable.

To be smart about sanitation whether if be in a medical or non medical business is the only way to be for everyone's safety.

Q: Does it hurt?

A: You may experience some discomfort, but with the topical creams, most clients feel it is more irritating than anything. But everybody has a different threshold for pain. Taking 2-25 mg. of benadryl for allergy (in the pink box) an hour before your appointment, helps for the comfort and swelling. But keeping in mind any discomfort is worth the end results. A prescription from your doctor for discomfort or anxiety is your choice if you think you might need it. But, please have a driver to drop you off and pick you up, or they may stay until you are completed. An extra set of ears is welcome for the post care instructions.

Q: Do I have to go to the dentist for a nerve block for lips?

A: The dentist is a must! It allows me to go deep enough so that the color will be retained and you will have better results. If you live too far away or you are without a dentist, one can be provided. I deal with some of the best dentists in town for the block. These dentists along with their staff know exactly how to prepare you for our procedure. There is a separate charge for this.

I take you to the dentist and bring you back after the block.

Q: Is there anything I should prepare for before my lip procedure?

A: Yes, if you have ever had a cold sore or fever blister (even once) you will need a prescription from your physician or dentist for cold sore medication. You will need it for your first appointment for your lips, and for the follow-up appointment a month later. My favorite is Veltrex. Also, if you have any heart problems or joint replacements that you have to take an antibiotic before dental appointments, you must also take it before your lip procedure.

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