Choosing a facial filler injector requires careful review of many factors. To determine if a surgeon is a facial filler expert, review this list, compiled by the office of Dr. Anil Shah, a facial plastic surgeon in Chicago:

-Training/education, especially in the area of the face, facial anatomy, and facial fillers

-Scholarly and peer review publications in the area of facial anatomy or facial fillers

-Facial filler experience

-Review of consultation and meeting with doctor

1. It is very important to review each plastic surgeon's training and education. For example, Dr. Shah has been trained by a series of experts with the field of facial plastic surgery. He was selected to the highly competitive fellowship in facial plastic surgery at New York University, Cornell University (New York Hospital), and Manhattan, Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. During that time, Dr. Shah's mentors including some of the most renowned rhinoplasty surgeons, facelift surgeons, and botox injectors and injectors of facial fillers in the world. In the field of facial plastic surgery and plastic surgery, a mentor is crucial to learning techniques and approach to a foundation of facial plastic surgery. By profession, Dr. Shah is recognized within the field of facial plastic surgery as an expert. He was an Assistant Professor within the division of Facial Plastic Surgery at NYU. Dr. Shah is featured in Marquis' Who's Who for his achievements in facial plastic surgery. He is currently a clinical instructor of facial plastic surgery at the University of Chicago.

2. Find out what facial filler your injector uses. It is important that your injector is comfortable with several injectables, such as Juvederm, Radiesse, or Restylane so that they can assess what filler would be best for you.

3.Find out what their approach to facial fillers is. Do they favor aggressive methods? Or natural subtle enhancement? If you are unsure, have a consultation with the doctor prior to any treatment. In a consultation, Dr. Shah discusses options and listens to the patients desires and goals to best determine a course of action. This step is crucial in order to be on the same page as your injector.

To review, choosing a facial filler injector is an important process that should be conducted with the utmost thought and consideration. Review the surgeon's training, education, experience and contribution as well as taking into consideration your personal consultation.