Your procedures will go more smoothly with faster healing time, less bruising and better results if you adhere to some simple guidelines.
Please take the time to read the guidelines for your particular procedure so you get the best results possible. All of our treatment guidelines are available below. Dermal fillers are our most popular treatment, and following these simple before and after recommendations will give you the best results.
IMPORTANT DERMAL FILLER PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS
To Reduce the Chance of Bruising, Avoid the Following for 2 weeks prior to your treatment, unless prescribed by a doctor.
- Fish Oil
- Aspirin
- Pain Relievers (Tylenol okay)
- Coumadin (get primary physician approval first)
- Glucosamine
- Ginkgo Biloba
- Vitamin E
- Exotic or Herbal Supplements
- Have you ever had a cold sore? If so, please call our office and we will write you a prescription for Valtrex (an anti-viral)
Have water and a little something to eat before arriving. We suggest you not eat right after treatments around the mouth – letting the product “settle” a few hours will give you the best results.
AFTER CARE: POST DERMAL FILLER TREATMENT
- Note: no alcohol for 24 hours after treatment
- No increased blood pressure (i.e. sauna, hot tub, exercise, cardio) for 4 hours post treatment (Helps prevent bruising)
- It is recommended that make up not be applied until 1 hour after treatment to allow the skin to breathe
- Avoid excessive facial expressions and strenuous exercise for 4 hours after your treatment. (This helps the product to “settle” without disturbing the location where it was injected.)
- Do not rub or massage the area for 24 hours unless instructed to do so (Sculptra patients will receive instructions for massage)
- Redness and swelling may last for 1-2 days
- There is a risk of bruising which is only temporary and can be covered up with make-up.