A good filler consultation should leave you with a written plan, a price and a clear sense of what could go wrong. The questions below help you judge a provider by how they think, not just by their before-and-after photos.
Who will do the injection?Ask for their license and how often they treat this area.
What product will you use, and can it be dissolved?Hyaluronic acid fillers can usually be reversed.
Why this area first?A thoughtful provider explains the order, not just the syringe count.
How much will it cost, in writing?A clear quote avoids surprises on the day.
What are the risks, and what would you do if one happened?
When is the review?A two-week check-in should be part of the plan.
What would you not recommend for me?The answer tells you a great deal.
The most reassuring sign at a consult is a provider who suggests doing less.
Red flags
Pressure to decide or pay on the same day.
No questions about your health history or medications.
Discounts tied to buying extra syringes.
Questions
Should I bring photos?
Yes. Photos of yourself from a few years ago are often more helpful than photos of other people.
Is a consultation free?
Ours is $75, credited to your first treatment, because it takes forty minutes and we do not want it to feel like a sales call.
A restored 1920s house on a quiet lane near the harbor, with a garden, four treatment rooms and a porch for the ten minutes after. Close enough to walk from State Street; quiet enough to hear the gulls.
Arriving
Free parking behind the garden gate · Ten minutes from the 101 · Step-free entry through the side garden
Ask us in person.
Our articles cover the basics. A consultation covers you.
