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Avoid Aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Nuprin, Aleve, Celebrex) and Fish oil, Ginko Biloba, St. John's Wart and high doses of Vitamin E, as these may cause increased risk of bleeding and bruising at the treated site(s).
Tylenol is permitted (if not contraindicated).
If you have a history of Herpes Simplex (cold sores) on your face, make sure to inform your injector; this will allow us adequate time to prescribe medication to prevent an outbreak.
Do not consume any alcohol.
Take Arnica (unless you are allergic or it is contraindicated with any medications/medical conditions you have, including high blood pressure).
Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or the use of hair removal creams in the area(s) to be treated.
Eat a small meal or a snack before your appointment.
Sunburn skin is difficult to treat to avoid exposure to the sun.
Discontinue using Retin-A 2-3 days before treatment.
It is best to schedule toxin treatment at least two weeks before a big event.
You would not be considered a candidate for toxin if you have any of the following:
- Neuromuscular disorder
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Allergy to human albumin
- Myasethenia Gravis
- Allergy to Botulinum Toxin
Results can take up to 14 days to take full effect. Usually, patients notice a change in 4-5 days. Please wait 14 days before assessing if you are pleased with the results.
Toxin injections are a temporary procedure and at first, you may find that your treatment results will last approximately 3-4 months. If you maintain your treatment appointments with the frequency recommended by your clinician, results may last longer than 4 months.
If you experience a need for pain relief, please use Tylenol (unless it is contraindicated to a condition you have or medication you are taking).
If you experience bruising/swelling, take Arnica until it subsides. Always follow the instructions on your label and do not take it if it is contraindicated with any of your medications/medical conditions (i.e. high blood pressure).
Do NOT massage or apply pressure on the treated area for 6-8 hours after treatment.
You MUST keep your head UPRIGHT for at least 4 hours after injection.
Do not lie down for 4 hours after treatment. Also, do not shower or cook over a hot stove.
Avoid taking Advil, Vitamin E, Ginger, Ginko, Bilboa, Ginsend, or Garlic for 2 weeks.
Avoid yoga or other rigorous exercise activities, extensive sun or heat exposure, and alcoholic beverages for 24 hours after treatment.
Try to use the injected muscles for the first 1-2 hours after treatment: practice frowning, raising your eyebrows, and squinting.
We recommend waiting 12 hours after treatment before applying makeup.
Avoid facials and saunas for 24 hours after treatment.
Hydrate! Fillers draw water to the surface and dehydration can severely minimize results!
Avoid blood-thinning supplements, vitamins, and foods as these may cause increased risk of bleeding and bruising at the treated site(s) unless medically indicated.
Blood-thinning items include:
Meds: NSAIDS (Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen, etc.)
Foods/supplements: Salmon, sushi, garlic, ginger, almonds, almond milk, green tea, workout supplements, fish oil.
*Tylenol is permitted (if not contraindicated).
Do not consume any alcohol.
Take Arnica (unless you are allergic or it is contraindicated).
It is best to schedule treatment at least one month before a big event.
Eat a small meal or snack before your appointment.
Avoid dental procedures 2 weeks pre-filler and 2 weeks post-filler if having lower face treatment.
Please arrive to your appointment free of any makeup or moisturizer.
We may require dissolving if we feel that we cannot achieve results that meet our standards by injecting over your previous filler.
Dissolver is an additional fee per vial.
This may require one or more dissolving sessions before the new filler is applied, which will be booked for the soonest available appointments spaced about two weeks apart. Out-of-town clients, please plan accordingly!
Please note that new filler cannot be injected on the same day that the previous filler is dissolved (in the same area) and will need to be booked as a seperate appointment.
If you experience any healing concerns, such as bruises traveling from one area to another, changes in skin texture, excessive pain, excessive peeling or dyness of the lips, numbness, or blue or white discoloration of the skin, please contact us immediately.
If you experience a need for pain relief, please use Tylenol (unless it is contraindicated to a condition you have or medication you are taking).
If you experience bruising/swelling, take Arnica until it subsides. Always follow the instructions on the label and do not take it if it is contraindicated wit any of your medications/medical conditions (i.e. high blood pressure).
Ice area (10 min on, 10 min off) during the first 24 hours. Do not apply ice directly to skin.
You MUST keep your head UPRIGHT after injection and do not manipulate the area injected as the filler has not yet settled and can migrate.
Avoid exercising until bruising and swelling have healed. Exercising too soon will prolong your healing process.
Avoid blood-thinning medications, foods, supplements, and alcohol listed in pre-care (unless medically indicated).
We recommend waiting at least 24-48 hours after treatment before applying makeup.
Avoid facials, saunas, exfoliation, and lash/brow appointmemts for 2 weeks following appointment.
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