Consumers who use cosmetic fillers are extremely unlikely to experience complications, a new study has found.

A report from the Physicians Coalition for Injectable Safety suggests that only one in every 10,000 procedures is likely to cause swelling or an allergic reaction - a finding that should be reassuring for people considering injectable fillers.

The researchers looked at official data from 2003 to September 2008 on procedures carried out by board-certified plastic surgeons and dermatologists.

Dr Jeffrey Kenkel, a cosmetic surgeon from Dallas, Texas and a spokesman for the Physicians Coalition for Injectable Safety, commented: "The data, in perspective, is assurance to consumers that the incidence of complications is relatively low, and in fact complications are further reduced when injections are performed by properly board-certified and trained physicians."

Coalition leader and cosmetic surgeon Dr Ira Papel reiterated that approved injectable fillers are "predictable, safe and satisfying" when performed by qualified practitioners.

The coalition recently emphasised the importance of avoiding discounted cosmetic injections as this may indicate that the practitioner is unqualified or is using counterfeit products.

For this reason, consumers should ensure they only visit reputable clinics when considering procedures such as Botox, Juvederm or Restylane.