Pre/Post Care

What to Avoid

If approved by your primary care provider, avoid all blood thinners 48-72hrs before having your injection. This may include NSAIDs such as; Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Aleve, Motrin, etc., Supplements such as; Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Garlic, Ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Ginkgo Biloba, and Primrose oil.

Alcohol is also consider a blood thinner and should be avoided 1 week pre/post treatment.

Avoid any micro-blading at least 2 weeks pre treatment.

Pre Care

Arnica is optional pre/post treatment to minimize bruising, swelling, and redness.

Remember

If possible, come to your appointment with a clean face, free of make-up.

Contraindications for Treatment

We will not treat you with neurotoxins if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have an active infection. You must get clearance from your primary care physician if you have a bleeding/clotting or autoimmune/neurological disorder.

What to Avoid

If approved by your primary care provider, avoid all blood thinners one 48-72hrs before having your injections. This may include Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Aleve, Motrin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Garlic, Ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Ginkgo Biloba, and Primrose oil.

Avoid alcohol 1-2 days prior to treatment tothe risk of bruising. or swelling.

Avoid antibiotics for at least 2 weeks prior to your treatment.

Avoid dental work 2 weeks pre/post treatment.

Pre Care

Oral Arnica is optional prior to treatment to help minimize bruising.

Remember

Plan procedures 2-3 weeks before any important events.

If possible, come to your appointment with a clean face, free of make-up.

Contraindications for Treatment

We will not treat you with dermal fillers/injectables if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a bleeding/clotting disorder, or plan on leaving town within 48 hours.

What to Avoid

If approved by your prescribing provider, avoid all blood thinners one 48-72hrs before having your injections. This may include Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Aleve, Motrin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Garlic, Ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Ginkgo Biloba, and Primrose oil.

Avoid alcohol 1-2 days prior to treatment to minimize the risk of bruising and swelling.

Plan procedure 2-3 weeks before important events.

Oral Arnica is optional prior to treatment to help minimize bruising.

If possible, come to your appointment with a clean face, free of make-up.

Contraindications for Treatment

We will not treat you with Sculptra if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a bleeding/clotting disorder.

What to Avoid

Avoid wearing a tight hat or headband for at least 4 hours post treatment. Additionally, refrain from massaging or applying pressure to the treated area during this time.

Avoid strenuous exercise/activity for 24-48 hours post treatment.

For 4 hours after your treatment, it’s important to avoid lying flat. This helps ensure that the Botox or Dysport remains in place and doesn’t migrate.

Avoid makeup application for at least 24 hours after treatment.

Avoid any micro-blading at least 2 weeks post treatment.

Avoid blood thinning agents if approved by your primary care physician and alcohol for 48-72hrs. Alcohol can increase swelling and bruising, so skipping it will help speed up the recovery process.

Remember

Remember to always be patient with results which can take up to 2-3 weeks to appear. It’s important to give your body time to adjust. We will not administer any additional injections until after this period has passed.

Follow-Up Appointment

After 2 weeks, if you feel the need for any adjustments or a dosage increase, schedule a follow-up with your injector. This will give us time to assess the results and make any needed tweaks.

Longevity and Movement

Botox and Dysport typically last for 3-4 months, but it's normal to see some movement return gradually between 6-10 weeks as the treatment starts to wear off.

Treatment Area Monitoring

Call our office immediately if the treated areas become red or hot to the touch days after your treatment. This could indicate an issue that requires attention.

Arnica for Bruising

You may continue taking Arnica to help accelerate the healing of any bruising and reduce swelling.

What to Avoid

Refrain from any strenuous exercise for at least 24 hours after treatment. Intense physical activity can increase circulation and potentially cause swelling or bruising.

Avoid applying makeup for at least 4 hours after your filler treatment, though waiting 24 hours is ideal.

Avoid alcohol for 48-72hrs. Alcohol can increase swelling and bruising, slowing down the healing process.

If approved by your primary care provider, avoid blood-thinning medications and alcohol for up to 48-72hrs after your treatment to help prevent bruising.

Arnica for Bruising

Continue taking Arnica after your treatment to help reduce bruising and speed up recovery. It can be especially helpful if bruising is present.

No Dental Work for 2 Weeks

Avoid any dental procedures for 2 weeks following your treatment. Dental work can increase the risk of bruising and disrupt the filler placement.

No Massaging the Treated Area

Do not massage or press on the treated area. Dermal fillers naturally settle and soften over time, so there’s no need for manual manipulation.

Avoid IPL/BBL and Microneedling

For 1-2 weeks post-treatment, avoid IPL/BBL or microneedling treatments to prevent unnecessary irritation to the treated areas.

Monitoring for Issues

If the treated area becomes red or hot to the touch several days after your treatment, or if you notice unusual bruising or any signs of poor blood flow, contact me immediately.

Immediate Attention for Concerns

If you experience patchy, red, or hot patches in the treated or surrounding areas, severe or increasing pain, or if the area becomes unusually red or hot to the touch, please me right away.

Arnica for Bruising

You may continue taking Arnica to help accelerate the healing of any bruising and reduce swelling.

What to Avoid

Avoid strenuous activity, sauna use, hot tubs, or other high heat activity for 48 hours after treatment.

Avoid applying makeup for at least 24 hours to minimize the risk of infection.

If approved by your primary care provider, avoid blood-thinning medications and alcohol for up to 48-72hrs after your treatment to help prevent bruising.

Bruising, swelling, and other side effects are usually mild and often subside within a few days.

Massage Rule

The 5-5-5 Rule: massage the treated areas 5 minutes at a time, 5 times a day, for 5 days.

Results

Results from Sculptra are typically best seen between 60-90 days after final vial from initial treatment plan. Very normal to have "lackluster" effects during the early stages of your Sculptra treatment plan.

Monitoring for Issues

If the treated area becomes red or hot to the touch several days after your treatment, or if you notice unusual bruising or any signs of poor blood flow, contact me immediately.

Immediate Attention for Concerns

If you experience patchy, red, or hot patches in the treated or surrounding areas, severe or increasing pain, or if the area becomes unusually red or hot to the touch, please me right away.

Arnica for Bruising

You may continue taking Arnica to help accelerate the healing of any bruising and reduce swelling.