DERMAL FILLERS

 

PRE-CARE

  1. Please plan your appointment at least 2 weeks before any special occasion or event.

  2. Avoid anti-inflammatory medications or pain relievers that are blood thinners such as Aspirin, Advil, or Motrin a week before treatment 

  3. Avoid all over-the-counter herbal supplements and vitamins a week before treatment.

  4. Avoid drinking alcohol, coffee, or tea one day before the appointment. 

  5. To minimize bruising and swelling, take Arnica tablets 4-5 days before treatment – as directed on the label.

  6. Take Valtrex if you are prone to cold sores (for lip augmentation).

 

PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING

  1. Severe pain or increasing pain

  2. Discolored blotches in areas not injected or blanching of injected areas (slow return of color after pressing on injected area) 

  3. Coolness

  4. Dusky, white discoloration

  5. Vein-like patterns forming around injection area

POST-CARE

  1. Do not apply anything on the skin immediately after injection: No cleanser, moisturizer, or makeup.

  2. Do not massage, touch, or manipulate the injection site.

  3. Avoid heavy exercise on the day of your treatment.

  4. Ice packs may be used in the treated area during the first 12 hours. Ice for 15 minutes every hour.

  5. Avoid sleeping on your side or stomach for 24 hours post-treatment to prevent dispersing the product.

  6. You may take acetaminophen/Tylenol if you experience any mild tenderness or discomfort.

  7. Wait a minimum of four weeks (or as directed by your provider) before receiving any skincare or laser treatments.

  8. Please wait at least 1 week before flying anywhere.

  9. After 10 days, if you still have any lumps/bumps in your lips, massage firmly after a hot shower, after 1 month if the bumps are still there, notify your provider.