Post Treatment Instructions

My desire is that you feel comfortable and confident going into your appointment. These resources were created for you to feel informed and ensure the best treatment results are achieved. 

Aesthetic treatments can be intimidating (especially if it is your first treatment), please reach out if you have any questions. I am here for you!

Neuromodulator

Botox • Dysport • Xeomin

Do:

  • Exaggerate facial expressions often in injected areas for the next few hours.

  • Schedule your next appointment prior to leaving the office.

  • If you would like to ice, that is fine, just have gentle pressure and have a clean ice pack.

  • Call our office immediately if you experience any problems or have questions.

Do Not:

  • Do not lay flat, lay on a massage table, on your injected areas for 4 hours (could spread neurotoxin to muscles not intended to be injected).

  • Do not take ibuprofen, aspirin, or vitamin E, or drink alcohol for 24 hours after injections (could increase chance for bruising).

  • Do not massage or manipulate injection sites for 4 hours after injections.

  • Do not put pressure on treated areas for 24 hours, such as wearing a hat.

  • Do not wear makeup for 12 hours after any injections.

  • Do not engage in excessive exercise or sit in a sauna for 24 hours after injections (there is a theory that the neurotoxin may get “washed away” before it sets in.

Dermal Fillers
Juvederm • Restylane • Belotero

Do:

  • To reduce swelling, a cool compress may be applied 5-10 minutes each hour, and take Tylenol to ease any discomfort.

  • Sleep on your back and slightly elevated to help reduce swelling.

  • Schedule your next appointment prior to leaving the office.

  • Call our office immediately if you experience any problems or have questions.

Do Not:

  • Do not apply any heat to the treated area for 24 hours (hot shower, sauna, jacuzzi).

  • Do not take ibuprofen, aspirin, or vitamin E, or drink alcohol for 24 hours after injections (could increase chance for bruising).

  • Do not massage/manipulate injection sites for 24 hours following treatment (unless instructed by your provider).

  • Do not put pressure on treated areas for 24 hours

  • Do not wear makeup for 12 hours after any injections.

  • Do not engage in excessive exercise for 24 hours after injections.

  • Do not have any laser treatments or facial treatments for 2 weeks after injections

  • Avoid flying for 48 hours after injections to decrease risk of excessive swelling

  • Do not use straws for 1 week after injections.