Fillers

PRE-TREATMENT:

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​Do NOT consume alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours prior to treatment (alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising)

 

Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medications, if possible, for a period of 2 weeks before treatment.

Medications and supplements such as aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Omega 3/Fish Oil supplements, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve and other NSAIDS have a blood thinning effect and can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections.

This also includes prescription blood thinners such as Plavix, Warfarin (Coumadin), Eliquis, Xarelto, etc (please consult with your prescribing physician in regards to stopping these medications prior to procedure, as some cannot or should not be stopped).

 

Schedule your Filler appointment at least 2 weeks prior to a special event which you may be attending, such as a wedding or a vacation.

Also bruising and swelling may be apparent in that time period. 

 

Discontinue Retin-A 2 days before and 2 days after treatment.

 

Reschedule your appointment at least 24 hours in advance if you have a rash, cold sore or blemish on the area.

 

If you have a history of cold sores please let your provider know, they may put you on an anti-viral medication prior to treatment.

 

Be sure to have a good breakfast, including food and drink before your procedure.

This will decrease the chances of lightheadedness during your treatment.

 

You are not a candidate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

 

Be aware that you may be more sensitive to injections during menstruation.

 

Expect swelling day 1-3 after injection. 

 

Sleep elevated on pillows when sleeping the first 1-3 nights to keep down swelling.

 

Please arrive to your appointment with a clean face with no make-up.

 

Avoid dental and any other invasive procedures 2 weeks prior and after your filler treatment.

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POST-TREATMENT:

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Immediately after your treatment, there may be slight redness, swelling, tenderness, and an itching sensation in the treated area.

This is a normal result of the injection.

The inconvenience is temporary and generally disappears in a few days.

If the inconvenience continues or if other reactions occur, please contact your practitioner.

 

The initial swelling after treatments may last longer than two days.

Some patients experience swelling for about a week and the injected area can look somewhat uneven during this time. This means that the result directly after the treatment should not be seen as the final result.

It may take 2-4 weeks to even out.

 

After any treatment with fillers, you may FEEL lumpy and/or bumpy for a few weeks or even months afterwards.

This is normal.

The key is not to SEE the lumps.

 

Avoid touching the treated area for 6 hours following the injection.

After that, mineral based make-up can be applied and the area can be gently washed with soap and water.

 

Avoid significant movement or massage of the treated area for 1 week after injection.

Unless instructed by the provider.

 

Avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours.

 

Avoid extensive sun or heat for 72 hours.

 

It is strongly recommended that you do not fly for 1-2 weeks post injection. 

 

Avoid consuming excess amounts of alcohol or salts to avoid excess swelling.

 

If you have swelling you may gently apply a cool compress for 15 minutes each hour.

 

Use Tylenol for discomfort if needed.

 

Avoid drinking through a straw for 6 hours post injection if injection performed in the lips. 

 

Try to sleep face up and slightly elevated if you experience swelling.

 

Take Arnica (OTC-at all pharmacies & Amazon) to help the bruising and swelling if needed.

 

Expect swelling day 1-3 after injection. 

 

Sleep elevated on pillows when sleeping the first 1-3 nights to keep down swelling and avoid sleeping on the treated areas.

 

It is preferred that you wash your face lightly with soap & water only until the following day. 

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It is recommended to not use make up for 12 hours or skin care products for 24 hours post-injection. 

 

If you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that the needle punctures could contribute to another eruption of cold sores.

 

Avoid dental and any other invasive procedures 2 weeks prior and after your filler treatment.

 

Dermal filler gradually dissolves. The correction does not last forever. Many people choose to be treated again within 4-6 months of the original treatment.

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CONTACT THE OFFICE IMMEDIATELY IF YOU EXPERIENCE REACTIONS

Such as severe swelling, burning, redness, rash-like appearance, or severe pain

408.838.4774

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IF YOU FEEL LIKE YOU ARE EXPERIENCING ANY LIFE-THREATENING REACTIONS

PLEASE CONTACT 911