Filler Pre and Post Treatmment Instructions

Please review and adhere to the following pre-treatment guidelines in preparation for your filler appointment. The following restrictions are in place to minimize the risk for any potential complications:

• If you can, please come to your appointment with a clean face, free of make-up.
• Avoid alcohol and caffeinated beverages at least 24 hours prior to your appointment to reduce the risk of bruising.
• There are medications and supplements that increase your risk of bruising and/or swelling. Do not stop prescribed medications without discussing with your ordering physician. 
• Recommended supplements to avoid 7 days prior to your appointment:
• NSAIDs: Aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Aleve  
• Fish oil
• Vitamin E
• Ginkgo Biloba
• St. John’s Wart

• You have had immunizations, medical procedures, illness, or infection in the past 2 weeks.
• You are prone to cold sores.
• You had an adverse event with previous injectables.
• You have any vacations or special events planned in the next 2 weeks.
• If you have had other cosmetic injections in the desired treatment area.

• Do not schedule a dental or medical procedure for 2 weeks.
• Do not schedule a cosmetic procedure that breaks the skin barrier for 6-8 weeks.
• Avoid touching or massaging the treated area(s).
• Avoid exercise for 48 hours.
• Do not apply makeup for 24 hours.
• Sleep with your head elevated to minimize swelling.
• Avoid extreme heat or cold exposure for 48 hours (sauna, tanning bed, cold plunge, etc.).
• Treat skin gently, no scrubbing or mechanical exfoliation for 48 hours. 
• To avoid infection, avoid makeup for 24 hours.
• It is common to have bruising, tenderness, and swelling after a treatment. You may apply Arnica as directed by your provider.