Pre Care
- Avoid all blood thinners 1 week before having your injection. This may include: Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Aleve, Motrin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Garlic, Ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Ginko Biloba, and Primrose oil.
- Avoid alcohol 1-2 days prior to treatment to lessen chances of bruising.
- Bruising and swelling are always a possibility. Plan procedures 2-3 weeks before important events.
- No dental work 2 weeks prior to your treatment
- Arnica is optional prior to treatment to help minimize bruising. We carry multiple options within our office.
- If possible, come to your appointment with a clean face, free of makeup.
- We will not treat you with injectables if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Please eat before your appointment as there as in increase for light-headedness/fainting when receiving treatment on an empty stomach
Post Care
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours
- Avoid blood thinners for one week after treatment. Arnica or Alastin’s Enhance Post Injection Serum is an option and can lessen bruising
- Do not apply makeup, preferably for 4 hours after treatment. Waiting 24 hours is best.
- Continue to avoid alcohol for 1-2 days if bruising occurs as it could worsen
- Call the office immediately if the areas treated become red, hot to the touch, or blanched white days after treatment
- Treatment may take up to about 10 days for full result
- Treatments may be scheduled 3-6 months apart