Care Instructions
Laser Hair Removal Care Instructions
Two weeks prior to laser hair removal…
Do not expose the laser hair removal treatment area to the sun, tanning beds, or chemical tanning agents for two weeks before treatment.
Do not wax the treatment area for two weeks prior to laser hair removal.
Do not pluck the treatment area for one week prior to laser hair removal.
Do not use bleach or chemical depilatory creams (ex. Nair) for five days prior to laser hair removal.
What to do the day before laser hair removal…
The day before your laser hair removal treatment, shave or trim hair with scissors in the treatment area.
After your laser hair removal treatment…
After your laser hair removal treatment, wash skin gently twice-daily and apply an antibacterial cream for the first week.
Stay out of the sun, wear protective clothing, and use sufficient sun block for FOUR weeks following your laser hair removal treatment.
As a reminder, laser hair removal may not be appropriate for some people. Please remember to notify our staff about any condition that may have a bearing on this procedure, such as pregnancy, allergies, medications, and changes in your medical history. Laser hair removal cannot be performed if you have taken antibiotics in the past week, Accutane® within the last 12 months, tetracycline within 3 months, or had a surgical procedure with anesthesia within the last 6 weeks.
Neurotoxin Care Instructions
One week prior to your neurotoxin appointment…
Avoid Advil, Ibuprofen, Aleve, Aspirin, Motrin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, St. John's Wort, Garlic, and other Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory products 5-7 days prior to treatment. (Not stopping these medications does not prevent us from being able to treat you, it just increases your risk for bruising.)
Do not stop taking any medications that have been prescribed to you without first discussing it with your prescribing provider.
What to do a few days before your neurotoxin appointment…
Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages 48-72 hours before treatment to further reduce the chance of bruising.
After your neurotoxin appointment…
For the first four hours after your appointment please be upright. Do not lay down or put pressure on your face.
Do not participate in any strenuous exercise for a minimum of 24 hours.
Do not massage or manipulate injection sites for 24 hours.
Although unlikely, bruising may occur after injections and typically resolves within 14 days.
Allow 14 days for Botox & Dysport to fully set in before judging the final result, even though some benefits are typically seen as early as 24 - 72 hours.
Avoid makeup for 24 hours unless mineral based.
You may wash your face as usual but avoid facial brushes for the first 24 hours.
As a reminder, neurotoxins and fillers may not be appropriate for some people. Please remember to notify our staff about any condition that may have a bearing on this procedure, such as pregnancy, allergies, medications, and changes in your medical history. If you’ve recently received any vaccines or had cold symptoms within the last week, we may need to reschedule your appointment. Dysport is not for people with a dairy allergy. Please inform your provider of any and all previous adverse events with previous injection treatments. Patients actively undergoing antibiotic treatment, chemotherapy, or radiation treatment cannot be treated. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding cannot be treated. Injectables cannot be utilized if you have taken Accutane® within the last 12 months.
Injectable Filler Care Instructions
When scheduling your injectable appointment…
Please schedule your appointment to allow for several days or more of potential swelling, tenderness, and bruising.
If you have an active cold sore/fever blister, canker sore or shingles you will need to postpone treatment. If you are prone to developing cold sores/fever blisters or shingles, please contact us 1 week before treatment for recommendations.
One week prior to your injectable appointment…
Avoid Advil, Ibuprofen, Aleve, Aspirin, Motrin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, St. John's Wort, Garlic, and other Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory products 5-7 days prior to treatment. (Not stopping these medications does not prevent us from being able to treat you, it just increases your risk for bruising.)
Do not stop taking any medications that have been prescribed to you without first discussing it with your prescribing provider.
Voluma, Vollure, Volbella can not be done within 2 weeks of any dental work, dental cleaning or recent vaccine administration.
What to do a few days before your injectable appointment…
Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages 48-72 hours before treatment to further reduce the chance of bruising.
After your injectable appointment…
Exercise should be avoided within the first 24-72 hours as it may increase swelling and bruising.
Do not massage or manipulate injection sites for 24 hours.
Avoid makeup for 24 hours.
Avoid exposure of the treated area to excessive sun, UV lamps, and extreme cold weather until any initial swelling and redness have resolved.
To help with possible discomfort, you may take Tylenol one hour prior to your scheduled appointment. Do not take more than 3000mg of Tylenol in a 24 hour period. Tylenol will not increase the chance of bruising and is preferred for the week prior to treatment.
Cold compresses/ice may be used immediately after treatment to reduce swelling and for comfort. The use of Antihistamines will assist more is reducing swelling. You might have some redness and swelling that should resolve within several days. Bruising may occur, and may last up to 14 days.
Helpful tips for your new injectable fillers…
To reduce the risk of bruising, consider taking over-the-counter Arnica tablets, if it is not contraindicated with your current medication regimen. Arnica is available online, at most supplement stores, as well as Whole Foods, Vitamin Shoppe, Amazon etc. Start taking oral Arnica after your treatment. Take as directed on the bottle for 3-5 days or as long as bruising is present.
If you received dermal filler to your tear trough and/or lips continue take an antihistamine (Claritin, Zyrtec, or Loratadine) for 3 days post treatment to help reduce post-treatment swelling.
Undereyes can swell more than other areas. This swelling and bruising may last several days and up to 4 weeks.
Do not manipulate, push, or rub injection sites within the first 72 hours. Specifically for lip injections, begin gentle massage to lips on day 3 if lumps or bumps can be felt. Give these 4-6 weeks to fully heal as they may be a result of bruising or induration vs product. If you received SCULPTRA disregard it.
If you received SCULPTRA you DO massage the treated areas 5 times a day, for 5 minutes, and for 5 days after treatment. If you are having your buttocks treated we encourage you to work out and/or walk as much as possible as the continued movement mimics the same benefits as the massage.
With Sculptra or Hyaluronic Acid filler to your temples or jawline, you may have temporary tenderness to your jaw and soreness while chewing or opening your mouth. This is expected and may last for several days. If needed, you may take Tylenol to help with possible discomfort. Do not take more than 3000mg of Tylenol in a 24-hour period.
If you received Sculptra, a few days after treatment, you will look as you did before treatment. This is normal, over time, Sculptra will replace lost collagen. It takes the body 6-8 weeks to form new collagen.
Call our office immediately if you notice blanching (whitening of the skin), experience intense pain or have any other concerns.
As a reminder, neurotoxins and fillers may not be appropriate for some people.Please remember to notify our staff about any condition that may have a bearing on this procedure, such as pregnancy, allergies, medications, and changes in your medical history. Please inform your provider of any and all previous adverse events with previous injection treatments. If you’ve recently received any vaccines or had cold symptoms within the last week, we may need to reschedule your appointment. Patients actively undergoing antibiotic treatment, chemotherapy, or radiation treatment cannot be treated. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding cannot be treated. Injectables cannot be utilized if you have taken Accutane® within the last 12 months.