Botulinum toxin procedures cannot be done with certain medical conditions (e.g. myasthenia gravis, autoimmune). Please inform your treatment provider of any medical conditions before considering a botulinum toxin procedure.
Botulinum toxin injection procedures cannot be performed if you have an infection and/or inflammatory skin condition over the area being treated.
Report any allergies to your treatment provider, as some allergies may prevent you from undergoing a botulinum toxin injection procedure.
Notify your treatment provider of any prescription medications you are taking, as some medications (e.g. Immunosuppressants, Accutane) may be contraindicated if taken prior to or concurrently during a botulinum toxin injection procedure.
If taking prescription blood thinner medications, please discuss with the treating doctor to determine if it is safe to stop for 7-10 days prior to (and for 2 days following) the botulinum toxin injection procedure.
Avoid Fish Oil, Gingko Biloba, St. Johns Wort, high dose Vitamin E, and anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS) like Advil, Aleve, Motrin or Aspirin for 7 days prior to treatment, unless medically necessary. If unsure whether it is safe to stop regularly taken medications, talk to your treatment provider.
Please notify your treatment provider if you have any history of cold sores, as you will likely require pre-treatment with a medication prior to your botulinum toxin injection procedure.
Do not consume alcoholic beverages for 24 hours prior to treatment.
Do not apply any make-up/cosmetics on the day of your procedure. You can apply moisturiser.
Side effects of bruising, redness, and swelling are not uncommon after the procedure and can last up to 7-10 days. It is therefore best to avoid planning any social or other events where these effects may be noticeable.
If undergoing botulinum toxin treatment for the first time, initial doses are determined based on your sex, age, degree of muscle activity, and provider experience. Touch-up injections of botulinum toxin are not uncommon after an initial treatment to a specific area, although are expected to be less frequent with future treatments.
Post-care Insructions
Avoid activities that can cause facial flushing such as vigerous exercise, tanning, facials, heat application, and/or saunas for 4 hours following treatment. This is to reduce the likelihood of product migration to unintended muscles.
Avoid manipulating/massaging the treatment area for 4 hours following the procedure. This is to reduce the likelihood of product migration to unintended muscles.
Do not lay down for 4 hours following treatment. This is to reduce the likelihood of product migration to unintended muscles.
If you apply make-up (or cleanse) within 4 hours of treatment, be sure to apply gently so as to avoid inadvertently massaging the botulinum toxin to an adjacent muscle.
Small post-treatment bumps and marks should resolve over a few hours.
The full effect of treatment will take up to 14 days. If you have any concern regarding the effectiveness of the treatment and need for further additional botulinum toxin, please wait until 14 days post-treatment to arrange a follow-up appointment. Further treatment may come with additional cost.
If undergoing botulinum toxin treatment for the first time, initial doses are determined based on your sex, age, degree of muscle activity, and provider experience. Touch-up injections of botulinum toxin are not uncommon after an initial treatment to a specific area, although are expected to be less frequent with future treatments.
The desired results of botulinum toxin treatment typically last up to 3-4 months although in some cases can last longer. Most clients will follow-up at 3-4 month intervals for botulinum toxin treatment.
Pre-Procedure Insructions
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) filler procedures cannot be performed if you are pregnant and/or breast feeding.
HA filler procedures cannot be done with some medical conditions (e.g. autoimmune). Please inform your treatment provider of any medical conditions before considering an HA filler procedure.
HA filler procedures cannot be performed if you have an infection and/or inflammatory skin condition over the area being treated.
Report any allergies (including medication) to your treatment provider, as some allergies may prevent you from undergoing an HA filler procedure.
Notify your treatment provider of any prescription medications you are taking, as some medications (e.g. Immunosuppressants, Accutane) may be contraindicated if taken prior to or concurrently during an HA filler procedure.
If taking prescription blood thinner medications, please discuss with the treating doctor to determine if it is safe to stop for 7-10 days prior to (and for 2 days following) the HA filler procedure.
Avoid Fish Oil, Gingko Biloba, St. Johns Wort, high dose Vitamin E, and anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS) like Advil, Aleve, Motrin or Aspirin for 7 days prior to treatment, unless medically necessary. If unsure whether it is safe to stop regularly taken medications, talk to your treatment provider.
Consider taking acetaminophen (Tylenol) one hour before treatment for any anticipated procedure discomfort.
Please notify your treatment provider if you have any history of cold sores, as you will likely require pre-treatment with a medication prior to your HA filler procedure.
Avoid elective dental (including cleaning) treatments for two weeks prior to the procedure.
Do not consume alcoholic beverages for 24 hours prior to treatment.
Do not apply any make-up/cosmetics on the day of your procedure. You can apply moisturiser.
Side effects of bruising, redness, and swelling are not uncommon after the procedure and can last up to 7-10 days. It is therefore best to avoid planning any social or other events where these effects may be noticeable.
Post-care Insructions
Bruising, swelling and redness are not uncommon and usually resolve within 3-7 days.
Cool compress/ice pack can be applied for 15 min every 1-2 hours for the next 1-2 days for pain and swelling.
Tylenol can safely be used for pain however, avoid anti-inflammatory medications like Advil or Aspirin for 3-4 days. This also includes Fish oil, Ginko Biloba, St. John’s Wort, and high doses of Vitamin E.
Arnica tablet taken every 2 hours on the first day and every 6 hours for two more days can help with managing bruising.
Avoid strenuous exercise/activity for 24-48 hours.
Do not consume alcohol for 24 hours.
Avoid all make-up/cosmetics for 24 hours.
Avoid extreme lip movements and drinking from a straw for at least 48 hours after lip filler.
Avoid hot water or steam to the face for 2-3 days.
Avoid extreme heat & cold environments for 3-5 days.
No facials and/or massage for 7 days.
Avoid sun exposure for 7 days.
Avoid other facial treatments such as laser, resurfacing, microneedling, and peels for 14 days. If unsure, ask your provider.
No routine dental treatments for 14 days.
Be gentle with your facial/cleansing routine for the next 3-5 days
Do not massage areas unless instructed.
Avoid sleeping on your stomach and/or side for the next 1-2 days to prevent movement of the product.
The full effect of treatment may take up to 4 weeks although most results are appreciated within the first 2 weeks.
Pre-Procedure Insructions
Radiesse is a collagen/elastin biostimulator injected under the skin with a small needle and/or cannula.
Radiesse treatment cannot be performed if you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding.
Radiesse treatment cannot be done with some medical conditions (e.g. autoimmune). Please inform your treatment provider of any medical conditions before considering treatment with Radiesse.
Radiesse treatment cannot be performed if you have an infection and/or inflammatory skin condition over the area being treated.
Report any allergies (including medication) to your treatment provider, as some allergies may prevent you from undergoing Radiesse treatment.
Notify your treatment provider of any prescription medications you are taking, as some medications (e.g. Immunosuppressants) may be contraindicated if taken prior to or concurrently during a Radiesse injection procedure.
If taking prescription blood thinner medications, please discuss with the treating doctor to determine if it is safe to stop for 7-10 days prior to (and for 2 days following) the Radiesse injection procedure.
Avoid Fish Oil, Gingko Biloba, St. Johns Wort, high dose Vitamin E, and anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS) like Advil, Aleve, Motrin or Aspirin for 7 days prior to treatment, unless medically necessary. If unsure whether it is safe to stop regularly taken medications, talk to your treatment provider.
Avoid irritating skin products such as exfoliating agents and retinols for 3 days before and after treatment.
Consider taking acetaminophen (Tylenol) one hour before treatment for any anticipated procedure discomfort.
Notify your treatment provider if you have any history of cold sores, as you will likely require pre-treatment with a medication prior to your Radiesse injection.
Avoid elective dental (including cleaning) treatments for two weeks prior to the procedure.
Do not consume alcoholic beverages for 24 hours prior to treatment.
Do not apply any make-up/cosmetics on the day of your procedure. You can apply moisturiser.
Side effects of bruising, redness, and swelling are not uncommon after the procedure and can last 7-14 days. It is therefore best to avoid planning any social or other events where these effects may be noticeable.
Post-care Insructions
Bruising, swelling, and redness are not uncommon and usually resolve within 3-7 days.
Irregular/uneven swelling is not uncommon and usually resolves within 3-7 days following treatment. Your provider may instruct you to massage the area to even out the product depending on the results.
Cool compress/ice pack can be applied for 15 minutes every 1-2 hours for the next 1-2 days for pain and swelling.
Tylenol can safely be used for pain; however, avoid anti-inflammatory medications like Advil or Aspirin for 3-4 days. This also includes Fish oil, Ginko Biloba, St. John’s Wort, and high doses (>400IU) of Vitamin E.
Arnica tablet taken every 2 hours on the first day and every 6 hours for two more days can help with managing bruising.
Avoid strenuous exercise/activity for 24-48 hours.
Do not consume alcohol for 24 hours.
Avoid all make-up/cosmetics for 24 hours.
Avoid extended sun/UV exposure until redness has subsided. Use SPF 30 or greater.
Avoid other facial treatments such as laser, resurfacing, microneedling, and peels for 14 days. If unsure, ask your provider.
No routine dental treatments for 14 days.
Be gentle with your facial/cleansing routine for the next 3-5 days unless instructed otherwise by your provider.
Notify your treatment provider if the above post-procedure side effects do not resolve within the expected time frames, worsen, or if you are concerned.
The full effect of treatment is expected to occur gradually over a period of several weeks to months.
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