Choosing an injector involves more than finding someone whose Instagram results you like. You are choosing a clinician to assess your concerns, recommend a medical procedure, and care for you if something does not go as expected.
A consultation gives you the opportunity to evaluate that relationship before committing. These questions can help.
What are your qualifications for this treatment?
Ask about professional licensure, experience with the specific procedure, and relevant training in anatomy and complication management.
In California, a course certificate alone does not authorize someone to perform injections. Clinicians must work within their professional scope and meet the requirements applicable to their role.
You can also ask about the practice’s medical oversight and who is responsible for your care. A qualified provider should be comfortable explaining these arrangements.
Why are you recommending this approach?
Your injector should connect the recommendation to your anatomy and goals.
Ask what is causing the concern, which part the proposed treatment addresses, and what it cannot change. If several treatments are suggested, ask which deserves priority and whether the others can wait.
A useful plan should make sense without relying on vague promises of rejuvenation or pressure to purchase a package.
What product will you use?
Ask for the exact name and why it suits the area.
Different products within one collection can have different properties and approved indications. If the proposed use is off-label, your provider should explain what that means, what evidence supports it, and what uncertainties remain.
For filler, ask whether the material can be dissolved. Hyaluronidase can break down HA filler, but it does not reverse every injectable product.
Can you show me relevant results?
Ask to see examples that relate to your concern and the type of improvement being discussed.
Clarify whether photographs show the injector’s own patients or manufacturer examples. Look for comparable lighting, angles, and expressions, and ask when the after photographs were taken.
Avoid judging clinical skill by the provider’s personal appearance. Their treatment decisions, communication, and relevant results provide more useful information.
What are the risks and recovery expectations?
You should hear about common reactions, important complications, and the limits of predicting your recovery.
Ask how treatment might affect an upcoming event, work, exercise, or travel. Tell the provider about previous procedures and your medical history so the discussion reflects your circumstances.
No injector can guarantee a particular result or eliminate every risk.
Who do I contact afterward?
Before leaving, understand how to report a concern, when follow-up is appropriate, and which symptoms require emergency care.
Ask how complications are assessed and whether additional appointments or corrective treatments involve separate fees.
Do I feel comfortable making this decision?
You should have room to ask questions, consider alternatives, and decline treatment.
At Modern Aesthetics in San Jose, every consultation and treatment is performed personally by Sheri Rocha, PA-C. I explain what I recommend, what I would leave alone, and when another approach would serve you better.
Schedule a consultation to discuss your concerns and decide whether the practice is the right fit for you.
Updated October 23, 2026.