BOTOX/FILLER CARE INSTRUCTION
BOTOX PRE-INSTRUCTION
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Avoid the use of Aspirin, NSAIDS, Ginko Biloba, Garlic Supplements, Green Tea, Flax Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamins A and E, and essential fatty acids for up to 1-week pre and post-injection as they will increase your risk of bruising.
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Do not drink alcoholic beverages 24 hours before (or after) your treatment to avoid extra bruising.
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You MAYtake Arnica tablets 2-3 days prior to your injection to reduce the risk of bruising.
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Do not apply products that are potentially irritating for 2 -3 days before and after treatment (examples- tretinoin/retin-a, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, hydroquinone
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Please do not pursue this treatment if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
BOTOX POST-INSTRUCTION
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Stay in a vertical position for 4 hours following injection. Do not rest your head or lie down; sit upright.
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Ice (but avoid firm pressure) for 15 minutes 3 times the day of treatment
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You may take Acetaminophen/Tylenol if you experience any mild tenderness/discomfort
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Do not massage treated areas after treatment
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After treatment, there will be moderate swelling and redness with the possibility of bruising. You may apply or take Arnica tablets to help decrease the amount of bruising
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Avoid extended UV exposure until any redness/swelling has subsided. Apply SPF.
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Avoid aerobic and strenuous exercise for 24 hours to reduce bruising. You may resume other normal activities/routines immediately
FILLER PRE-INSTRUCTION
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Please plan 1-2 weeks of no major events in case you bruise or swell.
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Avoid Aspirin for 7 days and all other blood thinners for 5 days including alcohol, wine, ibuprofen (Advil, Aleve, Motrin), fish oil, vitamin E, A
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Arrive make-up free
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Arnica Montana tabs (found at most grocery stores) can be started 3 days prior to your appointment to minimize bruising.
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History of cold sores, please take your cold sore medication one day prior to your appointment.
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Please do not pursue this treatment if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
FILLER POST-INSTRUCTION
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Avoid touching the injected area for 24 hours. Keep hair and phone away from the treated area for several hours.
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Avoid wearing make-up for 12 hrs. When resuming makeup, please use clean brushes and sponges.
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Avoid harsh skincare for 24 hrs.
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Avoid excessive heat or cold exposures for 24 hours.
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Avoid traveling for 24 hours.
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Avoid laying on your face for long periods of time (side-sleeping, facials, massage) for 1 week.
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Allow 2 weeks for full swelling reduction and 6 weeks for full results.
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Cold sores, continue cold sore medication for 1 week.
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Please notify us right away if there is any pain or discoloration that develops!