Dr. Ben Jump | Bella Facial Esthetics
With The Center Sanctum's holiday one day sale coming up in mid November, many of you are
already thinking about toxin, filler, or PRF for the new year. That is a smart time to plan. It is also a
good moment to remember that a great result starts with choosing the right person, not just the
right product. Whether you see us or someone else, these are the questions I would want my own
family to ask.
Who is injecting me, and how were they trained?
Ask about the injector's license and how they learned. Injecting well takes more than a weekend
course. It takes a detailed understanding of the muscles, blood vessels, and nerves of the face. At
Bella Facial Esthetics, our RN injectors Kevin Turner and Kirstin Evans work alongside me. As a
dentist, I have spent my career working in the anatomy of the face and mouth. I am also a Fellow
and Faculty member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, where I teach injectable
courses, and I have been lecturing on this work since 2007. Training does not guarantee a perfect
outcome, but it should give you confidence that the person holding the syringe knows what lies
beneath the surface.
Where do you draw the line?
A thoughtful injector should have clear safety rules, and should be happy to tell you what they are.
Here is one of mine: I never place filler in the glabella, the "elevens" between your brows. The
blood vessels in that area connect to the circulation around the eyes, and I do not believe filler there
is worth the risk. Those lines are treated with neurotoxin only (we use Xeomin), which softens
them by relaxing the muscle that creates them. If an injector cannot name a single area they avoid
or a treatment they would not do, that is worth noticing.
This is also the time to ask what results to expect and how long they typically last. Everyone's face,
skin, and metabolism are different, so results vary. A good injector will give you realistic
expectations instead of promises.
Will you tell me no?
Sometimes the most honest answer is "not filler" or "not today." If your main concern is texture,
fine lines, or dullness, PRF microneedling (which uses growth factors from your own blood) may
be a better fit than adding volume. If you would be better served by a surgical option such as a
facelift or eyelid surgery, I refer patients to Dr. Treece at CAPS, a group I trust. And ask how
follow up works: who you call with a question, and whether they will see you again to check your
result. An injector who is comfortable saying "no" or "not me" is usually one you can trust with a
"yes."
Our consults are always free, and there is never pressure to book a treatment that day. Whether you
are planning ahead for the holidays or just curious, we would love to sit down with you. Ask The
Center Sanctum front desk to schedule a free consult with Bella Facial Esthetics, and bring your
list of questions.