ALCOHOL: Do NOT consume alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours prior to treatment (alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising)
AVOID: Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medications, if possible for a period of 2 weeks before treatment. Medications and
supplements such as aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Omega 3/Fish Oil supplements, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil,
Aleve and other NSAIDS have a blood thinning effect and can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections.
SPECIAL DAY: Schedule your Dermal Filler and Botox appointment at least 2 weeks prior to a special event which you may be attending,
such as a wedding or a vacation. Results from the Dermal Filler and Botox injections will take approximately 4 to 7 days to appear. Also
bruising and swelling may be apparent in that time period.
Discontinue Retin-A 2 days before and 2 days after treatment.
Reschedule your appointment at least 24 hours in advance if you have a rash, cold sore or blemish on the area.
HEALTH HISTORY: If you have a history of cold sores please let us know, an anti-viral medication prior to treatment can be prescribed.
FOOD: Be sure to have a good breakfast, including food and drink before your procedure. This will decrease the chances of
lightheadedness during your treatment.
PREGNANT: You are not a candidate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you are prone to bruising or swelling taking Arnica tablets 48 hours prior to injections helps the healing process.
After Care Instruction for BOTOX® Injections
After your treatment you can resume your day.
Do NOT manipulate the treated area for 3 hours following treatment. Do NOT receive facial/ laser treatments or microdermabrasion after
Botox injections for at least 10 days. Ask your provider if you are not sure about the time frame of certain services.
REST: Do NOT lie down for 4 hours after your Botox treatment. This will prevent the Botox from tracking into the orbit of your eye and
causing drooping eyelid.
RESULTS: It can take approximately 4 to 7 days for results to be seen. If the desired result is not seen after 2 weeks of your treatment you
may need additional Botox. You are charged for the amount of product used. Therefore, you will be charged for a product used during
any touch-up or subsequent appointments.
EXERCISE: Do NOT perform activities involving straining, heavy lifting, or vigorous exercise for 6 hours after treatment. This will keep the
Botox in the injected area and not elsewhere.
BE GENTLE: When washing your face within the 1" 24 hours, GENTLY scrub.
FOR DISCOMFORT: You may take Tylenol.
SIDE EFFECTS: bruising and swelling are normal, applying topical Arnica cream/gel can help reduce the appearance.
After Care Instructions for Fillers
EXERCISE: Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
FUN IN THE SUN: Avoid extensive sun or heat for 72 hours.
DRINKING: Avoid consuming excess amounts of alcohol or salts to avoid excess swelling.
SLEEPING: Try to sleep face up and slightly elevated if you experience swelling.
LOVE IT OR HATE IT: Do NOT love or hate your results immediately, swelling and bruising are noted mostly in the First 24-48 hours.
However, swelling may last more than others. Modification (if needed) can be done when swelling and bruising subsides.
BE GENTLE: When washing your face within the 1st 24 hours, GENTLY scrub.
SIDE EFFECTS: bruising and swelling are normal, applying topical Arnica/ice/ Benadryl can help reduce the appearance.
PAIN: ice the area that’s filled to help minimize swelling. Use Tylenol for discomfort.
SWELLING: If swelling is uncomfortable and lasts more than 72 hours please contact healthcare provider FIRST.
Warm compresses MAY be applied (must be advised by healthcare provider first)
MASSAGE: Do not touch/massage the treated area unless directed to by HEALTHCARE PROVIDER
How to make a warm compress:
Combine 2 tablespoons of EPSOM salt or 2 % tablespoons of regular salt with 8 oz of hot/warm water (whichever is tolerable)
Soak a hand towel into water and apply to affected area for a minimum of 15 minutes. Repeat this as necessary until swelling subsides.