BOTOX POST CARE
- Avoid lying down for several hours following treatment
- Avoid exercising or strenuous activity for 24 hours after the procedure
- No facials for 2 days
- Avoid sunbathing for the first 24 hours
- Wear Sunblock
Dermal Fillers Pre & Post Care
Pre-Treatment
Schedule your injection at a time when moderate swelling or bruising will not disrupt your social obligations minimum of two weeks prior to your event. Each time you are treated, outcomes may vary.
To lessen the likelihood of bleeding or bruising, discontinue use of blood thinners for 10 days prior to treatment if approved by your primary care provider. This includes aspirin, ibuprofen (Motrin or Advil), naproxen, Aleve, fish oil, St John’s Wort, flax, Vitamin E, Vitamin D, garlic, Ginkgo Biloba, ginseng, etc. Alcohol is also to be avoided 48 hours pre and 24 hours post-injectable treatment, as it is also a blood thinner. You can consider taking Arnica Montana natural supplement to help bruising five days prior to treatment – follow directions on box.
Please notify your provider if you have any history of cold sores, as we will consider pre-medicating with an antiviral prescription prior to injections. Cancel your appointment if you have any open sores in the treatment area. It is important that you alert us of any medical conditions you may have and/or any prescribed medications you are taking prior to your treatment.
Any injection introduces the risk for infection. For this reason, the following is taken into consideration when proceeding with injections. We will delay treatment if you:
- Have had any infection, cold, virus or flu in the past 30 days
- Have had any dental procedures in the past 30 days or are anticipating dental procedures or deep cleanings in the next 30 days (routine cleanings are ok)
- Have had any immunization/vaccines in the past 2 weeks or if you plan on having immunization in the next two weeks – this includes Covid boosters
- Have had any face tattooing or permanent makeup within the past 30 days
- Take any immunosuppressive/injectable medications (ex: Biologics such as Humira, Skyrizi, Stelara, Enbrel, Taltz, Cosentyx, Tremfya)
- Additional contraindications: pregnancy, breastfeeding, allergies to components of dermal fillers, open sores in areas to be treated.
Post Treatment Instructions
- Swelling, bruising, tenderness, numbness and areas of firm nodules may occur.
- Cosmetic fillers are long lasting, but not permanent. Longevity depends on the areas treated and your body’s metabolism.
- DO NOT APPLY ANYTHING TO THE SKIN UNTIL THE DAY AFTER TREATMENT: No cleanser, moisturizer or makeup
- DO NOT massage, touch or manipulate the injection site. Avoid heavy exercise the day of your treatment.
- Ice packs may be used to the treated area during the first 12 hours. Ice for 15 minutes three times a day.
- Avoid dental work for 30 days after filler injections
- Avoid alcoholic beverages for 24 hours post injections
- Avoid sleeping on your side or stomach for 24 hours post-treatment to prevent dispersing the product. We recommend you sleep elevated on your back and use pillows to stabilize yourself.
- If experiencing swelling, sleep with head elevated for 2-3 days to decrease swelling.
- You may take acetaminophen/Tylenol if you experience any mild tenderness or discomfort.
- Wait a minimum of four weeks before receiving any skincare or laser treatments.
- For most patients, the benefits of dermal fillers can be enhanced by using a medical-grade skincare system. Please contact your provider or a member of the staff for product recommendations.
- If you experience bruising, Arnica Montana natural supplement can be taken to help bruising to resolve at a faster rate. Follow directions.
- If you experience any of the following symptoms, contact our office immediately:
- Dusky or white discoloration of injected areas, mottling or unusual bruising, severe or increasing pain, redness, increasing warmth or coolness to touch, severe swelling, itching, blisters, difficulty swallowing or smiling, fever or chills. If you notice onset of any of these symptoms, call our office immediately at 845-727-7000. After hours call 516-476-2845.