Pre & Post Treatment Care
The Lip Edit - Lip Filler
These pre- and post-care instructions apply specifically to lip filler treatments.
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
For the best experience and to help minimize bruising and swelling:
Avoid alcohol for approximately 48 hours before your appointment.
When medically appropriate, avoid non-prescription medications or supplements that may increase bruising, such as NSAIDs, fish oil, and vitamin E. Do not stop any prescribed medication without first speaking with your healthcare provider.
Arrive well hydrated and have a meal before your appointment.
Avoid scheduling dental procedures around your filler appointment. Your provider may recommend allowing approximately 2 weeks between dental work and treatment.
We cannot perform treatment if you have an active cold sore, infection, or irritation in or around the treatment area. Please contact us so we can safely reschedule you.
Consider limiting caffeine and other stimulants on the day of your appointment, especially if they tend to make you feel anxious or flushed.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
Swelling, tenderness, mild firmness, and bruising are normal after lip filler and may temporarily make the lips appear uneven.
Swelling is usually most noticeable during the first few days and gradually improves. Residual swelling or firmness can take longer to completely settle.
Your final result should be evaluated only after the filler has had adequate time to settle.
Avoid unnecessary touching, rubbing, massaging, or pressure on the lips for the first 72 hours unless your injector gives you specific instructions.
If massage is recommended for your particular treatment, your injector will explain when and how to begin.
Avoid excessive pressure or repetitive puckering/sucking motions during the initial healing period.
Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, and excessive heat for approximately 72 hours.
Avoid alcohol for approximately 48 hours, as it may increase swelling or bruising.
If you need pain relief, follow the recommendations provided by your healthcare provider. Do not take medications that are not appropriate for you.
Sleeping with your head slightly elevated the first night may help with swelling.
Before taking antihistamines or other medications for swelling, follow your provider’s recommendations and medication instructions.
Avoid dental procedures for approximately 2 weeks after treatment unless your healthcare provider advises otherwise.
YOUR RESULTS
You will notice an immediate change after treatment, although your lips may initially appear fuller because of swelling. As swelling resolves, your results will gradually soften and become more refined.
Depending on your starting anatomy, desired volume, and treatment goals, more than one session may be recommended to achieve your ideal result.
Lip filler longevity varies from person to person based on the product used, metabolism, lifestyle, anatomy, and desired level of correction. Maintenance appointments are commonly considered around 6–12 months, but your treatment plan will be personalized to you.
The Face Edit - Facial Balancing
These pre- and post-care instructions apply to facial filler treatments including the cheeks, chin, jawline, nose, under-eye area, and temples.
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
For the best experience and to help minimize bruising and swelling:
Avoid alcohol for approximately 48 hours before your appointment.
When medically appropriate, avoid non-prescription medications or supplements that may increase bruising, such as NSAIDs, fish oil, and vitamin E. Do not stop any prescribed medication without first speaking with your healthcare provider.
Arrive well hydrated and have a meal before your appointment.
Avoid scheduling dental procedures around your filler appointment. Your provider may recommend allowing approximately 2 weeks between dental work and treatment.
We cannot perform treatment if you have an active infection, open sore, or significant irritation in or around the treatment area. Please contact us so we can safely reschedule you.
Consider limiting caffeine and other stimulants on the day of your appointment, especially if they tend to make you feel anxious or flushed.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
Swelling, tenderness, mild firmness, bruising, and temporary asymmetry are normal after facial filler and may vary depending on the area treated.
Swelling is usually most noticeable during the first few days and gradually improves. Some areas may take longer to completely settle.
Your final result should be evaluated only after the filler has had adequate time to settle.
Avoid unnecessary touching, rubbing, massaging, or pressure on the treated areas unless your injector gives you specific instructions.
If massage is recommended for your particular treatment, your injector will explain when and how to begin.
Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, and excessive heat for approximately 72 hours.
Avoid alcohol for approximately 72 hours, as it may increase swelling or bruising.
If you need pain relief, follow the recommendations provided by your healthcare provider. Do not take medications that are not appropriate for you.
Sleeping on your back with your head slightly elevated for the first 1–2 nights may help with swelling.
Avoid facials, facial massage, lasers, or other treatments over the treated area for approximately 2 weeks after treatment.
Avoid dental procedures for approximately 2 weeks after treatment unless your healthcare provider advises otherwise.
YOUR RESULTS
You will notice an immediate change after treatment, although swelling may temporarily affect the appearance of your results. As swelling resolves, the treated areas will gradually soften and become more refined.
Depending on your starting anatomy, treatment area, and aesthetic goals, more than one session may be recommended to achieve your desired result.
Facial filler longevity varies from person to person based on the product used, treatment area, metabolism, lifestyle, anatomy, and desired level of correction. Maintenance appointments are commonly considered around 9–18 months, but your treatment plan will be personalized to you.
Your provider may also recommend incorporating biostimulators into your treatment plan to further enhance your results by supporting collagen production and improving overall skin quality, structure, and appearance.
Neuromodulators
These pre- and post-care instructions apply to neuromodulator, neurotoxin, or “tox” treatments, including commonly treated facial and body areas.
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
For the best experience and to help minimize bruising:
Please let your provider know about any medications, allergies, medical conditions, or recent changes to your health that may affect your treatment.
If medically appropriate, avoid non-prescription medications or supplements that may increase bruising, such as aspirin, ibuprofen/NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E, ginkgo, and garlic supplements for approximately 24 hours before treatment.
Do not stop any prescribed medication or blood thinner without first speaking with the healthcare provider who prescribed it. Please inform your injector if you take any prescribed blood-thinning medication.
Avoid alcohol for approximately 24 hours before your appointment.
Please reschedule your treatment if you have an active infection, rash, irritation, or inflammation in the treatment area.
Arrive with clean skin and minimal or no makeup, lotions, or skincare products on the treatment area when possible.
Avoid facial treatments or facial massage immediately before your appointment.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
Mild redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising, or small bumps at the injection sites may occur and typically resolve on their own.
Remain upright and avoid lying flat for approximately 4 hours after treatment.
Avoid rubbing, massaging, or applying significant pressure to the treated areas for the remainder of the day unless instructed otherwise by your provider.
A cool compress may be applied gently to the area if needed for swelling or discomfort. Avoid applying significant pressure.
Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, and excessive heat for approximately 24–48 hours after treatment.
Resume your normal skincare routine gently and follow any additional instructions provided by your injector.
Attend follow-up appointments as recommended by your provider to evaluate your results and determine whether any additional treatment is appropriate.
YOUR RESULTS
Results gradually develop after treatment. You may begin noticing changes within the first several days, while the full effect can take approximately 2–4 weeks depending on the product, area treated, and your individual response.
Neuromodulator results are temporary and commonly last approximately 3–4 months, although longevity varies between patients, products, doses, and treatment areas.
Your provider will personalize your treatment plan based on your facial anatomy, muscle movement, aesthetic goals, and response to treatment. Regular maintenance may be recommended to maintain your desired result.
WHEN TO CONTACT US
Please contact your provider if you experience severe or worsening pain, significant swelling, increasing warmth or redness, drainage or pus, significant facial asymmetry, eyelid or brow drooping, or any other symptoms that concern you.
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience difficulty breathing, swallowing, or speaking; widespread or unusual muscle weakness; or other severe or rapidly worsening symptoms following treatment.
Sculptra®
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
For the best experience and to help minimize bruising and swelling:
Please let your provider know about any medications, allergies, medical conditions, recent illnesses or infections, or changes to your health that may affect your treatment.
If medically appropriate, avoid non-prescription medications or supplements that may increase bruising, such as aspirin, ibuprofen/NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E, ginkgo, and garlic supplements for approximately 24 hours before treatment.
Do not stop any prescribed medication or blood thinner without first speaking with the healthcare provider who prescribed it. Please inform your injector if you take any prescribed blood-thinning medication.
Avoid alcohol for approximately 24 hours before your appointment.
Please reschedule your treatment if you have an active infection, open sore, rash, irritation, or inflammation in or near the treatment area.
Arrive with clean skin and minimal or no makeup, lotions, or skincare products on the treatment area when possible.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
Mild redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising, bleeding, or discomfort at the injection sites may occur after treatment and is generally temporary.
Massage the treated areas for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days following treatment, unless your provider gives you different instructions.
During the first 24 hours, a cool or ice pack wrapped in a clean cloth may be applied gently to the treated area for a few minutes at a time to help reduce swelling. Do not apply ice directly to the skin.
Minimize strenuous exercise and avoid extensive sun exposure, UV lamps, tanning beds, and extreme temperatures for approximately 24 hours after treatment and until initial redness and swelling have resolved.
Avoid unnecessary pressure or manipulation of the treated areas outside of the recommended Sculptra massage routine.
Follow any additional instructions provided by your injector and attend follow-up appointments as recommended.
YOUR RESULTS
Sculptra® is designed to gradually improve facial structure and skin quality by stimulating your body’s natural collagen production.
Results develop progressively over time rather than immediately. Most patients require a series of treatment sessions, and improvement may continue to develop over the following weeks to months as new collagen forms.
Your treatment plan will be customized based on your anatomy, degree of volume loss, skin quality, and aesthetic goals.
The number of sessions needed and the timing of maintenance treatments will vary from person to person.
WHEN TO CONTACT US
Please contact your provider if redness, swelling, tenderness, pain, or other symptoms are worsening rather than improving, last longer than expected, or if you develop persistent or concerning lumps or nodules.
Seek immediate medical attention and contact your provider immediately if you experience unusual or severe pain, white or blanched skin, significant skin discoloration, changes in vision or loss of vision, or signs of a stroke such as sudden difficulty speaking, facial drooping, severe headache, dizziness, confusion, difficulty walking, or sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arms, or legs.
Radiesse®
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
For the best experience and to help minimize bruising and swelling:
Please let your provider know about any medications, allergies, medical conditions, recent illnesses or infections, or changes to your health that may affect your treatment.
If medically appropriate, avoid non-prescription medications or supplements that may increase bruising, such as aspirin, ibuprofen/NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E, ginkgo, and garlic supplements for approximately 24 hours before treatment.
Do not stop any prescribed medication or blood thinner without first speaking with the healthcare provider who prescribed it. Please inform your injector if you take aspirin, warfarin, or another medication that may affect bleeding or clotting.
Avoid alcohol for approximately 24 hours before your appointment.
Please reschedule your treatment if you have an active infection, open sore, rash, irritation, or inflammation in or near the treatment area.
Arrive with clean skin and minimal or no makeup, lotions, or skincare products on the treatment area when possible.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
Mild redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising, itching, or discomfort around the treated area may occur after treatment and is generally temporary.
A cool or ice pack wrapped in a clean cloth may be applied gently to the treated area if recommended by your provider to help reduce swelling. Do not apply ice directly to the skin or use significant pressure.
Avoid unnecessary rubbing, manipulation, or significant pressure on the treated areas.
Do not massage the treated area unless your injector specifically instructs you to do so. Follow the individualized instructions provided by your injector.
Minimize strenuous activity and avoid extensive sun or heat exposure for approximately 24 hours after treatment or until initial redness and swelling have resolved.
Follow any additional aftercare instructions provided by your injector based on the area treated and technique used.
Attend follow-up appointments as recommended by your provider.
WHEN TO CONTACT US
Please contact your provider if you develop worsening or persistent redness, swelling, warmth, drainage, increasing tenderness or pain, fever, persistent or concerning lumps, significant asymmetry, or any other symptoms that concern you.
Seek immediate medical attention and contact your provider immediately if you experience unusual or severe pain, white or blanched skin, significant skin discoloration, changes in vision or loss of vision, or signs of a stroke such as sudden difficulty speaking, facial drooping, severe headache, dizziness, confusion, difficulty walking, or sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arms, or legs.
YOUR RESULTS
Radiesse® may provide an immediate improvement in contour and support while also helping stimulate collagen production over time.
You may notice visible improvement shortly after treatment, although some initial swelling can temporarily affect how the final result appears. Results continue to settle as swelling resolves and the treated area integrates naturally.
Your provider will customize your treatment based on your anatomy, skin quality, treatment area, and aesthetic goals.
The amount of product needed and the timing of future or maintenance treatments will vary from person to person.