Pre-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DERMAL FILLERS
The most common complications following dermal fillers include: swelling, bruising, and tenderness at the injection site. These symptoms typically resolve within days, however, some bruising could persist for 10-14 days. Please plan on the possibility of having a bruise and make sure you do not have any major events for a minimum of 2 weeks following your injections. If this may be a conflict with your upcoming schedule, please notify our office so we can adjust your scheduled appointment accordingly.
Please arrive at the office without make-up. If you arrive at the office with make-up on, you will be asked to fully remove your make-up. This is a medical procedure, and the skin will be thoroughly cleaned prior to injections. Following your procedure, you will be asked to avoid make-up and moisturizers for the remainder of the day post-injection.
Avoid taking Aspirin, Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) such as ibuprofen, advil, motrin, etc, Vitamin E, fish oil, Ginkgo Bilboa, and Garlic 10-14 days prior to the procedure. These drugs and herbs can increase bruising. **IF YOU HAVE BEEN PUT ON ASPRIN OR A BLOOD THINNER FOR MEDICAL REASONS, PLEASE SPEAK WITH YOUR PRESCRIBING HEALTH CARE PROVIDER BEFORE DISCONTINUING .**
Do not schedule dermal filler injections within 30 Days BEFORE or AFTER any dental procedures, including cleanings.
Do not schedule dermal filler injections within 2 weeks before or after any vaccines, immunizations, or boosters.
You cannot have the filler treatment if you have an active cold sore, an acne breakout near the treatment area, or an open wound or infection near the treatment area. Please call the office and reschedule if any of these issues arise near your treatment date.
If you have a history of cold sores, please advise the office. A prophylactic antiviral, such as Valtrex, may be prescribed.
DO NOT SCHEDULE DERMAL FILLERS IF YOU WILL BE FLYING WITHIN THE NEXT 24 HOURS OR GOING OUT OF TOWN.
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