Fillers

FILLER PRE-CARE

We kindly request that you carefully review the following information as it contains important details. The following are contraindications with your filler appointment. Please call the office if any apply, we will need to clear it with the provider or reschedule your appointment.

• Any vaccinations/boosters in the last 2 weeks

• Breastfeeding or pregnant

• Keloid scarring

• Taking antibiotics for an active infection

• Taking blood thinners or steroids

• Chemo/radiation in the last 12 months

• Allergies to lidocaine

• Dental work within 2 weeks of injections
  

FILLER POST-CARE

The treated area may be swollen, sore, bruised and/or lumpy/bumpy. Apply ice lightly to the areas injected, for 10 min each hour. Numbness from the lidocaine may persist for 1 to 2 hours. Avoid all medications/supplements/foods/alcohol (unless medically necessary) that were listed in the pre-care instructions until swelling and bruising have healed. If you experience a need for pain relief, please use Tylenol (unless it is contraindicated to a condition you have or medication you are taking). If you are experiencing bruising or swelling, please apply Arnica gel (this is an over-the-counter supplement that can be purchased at your local pharmacy) until bruising/swelling subsides, unless it is contraindicated with any of your medications/medical conditions.

• Please allow 4 weeks (4-6 weeks for lips) for the filler to fully settle prior to evaluating results.

• If you want more volume or notable change to treatment area you may require additional product, this is NOT a touch-up. You will need additional appointments to reach your aesthetic goals.

• Do NOT massage/rub the treated areas at anytime unless instructed to do so by your provider. 

• Do NOT perform strenuous activities (heavy lifting, cardio, yoga, etc.) for 24 hours.

• No facials, massages, exfoliating, gush, or using any Clarisonic devices for at least 10 days following injections.

• Avoid tanning beds, steam rooms, and saunas for 48-72 hours.

• Please wait until the day after treatment before wearing hats or headbands.

• You may apply ice following treatment and for the first 48 hours to reduce severity of bruising. Apply for 10 min every hour or as instructed by your provider. 

• Take Arnica Tablets to help reduce severity of bruising and swelling.

• Apply arnica gel/cream to area of treatment.
  

EMERGENCY: Contact us immediately if you notice the following:

• Severe pain and/or color change (pale/dusky/blotchiness) of skin anywhere on the face. Even if it’s away from the area injected.

• Increase in pain, discomfort, color change hours after injections.

• Herpes or blister-like outbreak 24-72 hours after injections.

• Severe swelling (3 times increase in size) after treatment.