Pre & Post Care

Before your appointment

Botox/Dysport

  • Book appointment at least 4 weeks before any special events or photographs to allow time for optimal results and a touch up appointment if needed

  • Avoid blood thinning products (alcohol, aspirin, NSAIDs) to reduce risk of bruising

  • Bruising (although rare) can last up to 1 week, plan accordingly

Dermal Fillers/Biostimulators

  • Book appointment at least 8 weeks before any special events or photographs to allow time for full healing, optimal results, and any necessary touchups

  • Avoid blood thinning products (alcohol, aspirin, NSAIDs) to reduce risk of bruising

  • Bruising and swelling can last up to 2 weeks, plan accordingly

  • Avoid vaccines and dental work (including cleanings) for 2 weeks before your appointment to avoid complications

  • If you are sick please reschedule your appointment 2 weeks after resolution to avoid complications

  • If you have a cold sore please reschedule your appointment 2 weeks after resolution to avoid complications

After your appointment

Botox/Dysport

  • Avoid any activity that raises your heart rate and body temperature (exercise, hot tubs/baths, saunas) for 24 hours after treatment

  • Avoid rubbing/massaging the treatment area for 4 hours after treatment

  • Avoid facials, lasers, or microneedling for 14 days after treatment

  • Allow 2 weeks to see the full effect of your treatment before scheduling a touch up appointment

  • Mild headaches for up to 24 hours after treatment is common. You can take ibuprofen or acetaminophen as needed

Dermal Fillers/Biostimulators

  • Avoid vaccines or dental work (including cleanings) for 2 weeks after your treatment to avoid complications

  • If you have a history of cold sores please let me know so I can prescribe you an antiviral medication to prevent a cold sore outbreak

  • Do not wear makeup for 24 hours after treatment to prevent infection

  • Avoid any activity that raises your heart rate and body temperature (exercise, hot tubs/baths, saunas) for 48 hours after treatment

  • Avoid rubbing/massaging the treatment area unless instructed to do so for 2 weeks after treatment

  • Avoid facials, lasers, or microneedling for 14 days after treatment

  • Allow 2 weeks (dermal fillers) and 8 weeks (biostimulators) to see the full effect of your treatment before scheduling a touch up appointment

  • To minimize bruising/swelling/discomfort avoid excessive alcohol or high sodium foods, sleep face up, use clean ice packs/cold compresses as needed

  • Arnica Montana supplements available over the counter or online can be used to minimize bruising

  • Antihistamines (cetirizine, loratadine) can be used as needed for swelling

  • Tylenol can be used as needed for discomfort

  • For severe swelling please contact me and a stronger anti-inflammatory can be prescribed