Before Your Dermal Filler Appointment

• Inform your provider if you have a history of cold sores/fever blisters to receive a prescription for prophylactic antiviral therapy prior to treatment.

• Avoid dental work at least two weeks prior to treatment and one month following treatment.

• 7 days prior to treatment to prevent bruising: Avoid blood thinning over-the-counter medications such as Aspirin, Motrin, Ibuprofen and Aleve. Also avoid herbal supplements, such as Garlic, Vitamin E, Ginkgo Biloba, St. John’s Wort, and Omega-3

• 3 days prior to treatment: Avoid topical products suck as Tretinoin (Retin-A), Retinols, Retinoids, Glycolic Acid, Alpha Hydroxy Acid, or any “Anti-Aging” products. Also avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing or the use of hair removal cream on the area to be treated.

• Do not drink alcoholic beverages 24 hours before (or after) your treatment to avoid extra bruising.

What To Expect During Treatment

Your injector will choose the proper filler for you and your needs. Numbing cream will be place on the skin in the area to be injected with filler. Once the area is numb, filler is injected.

What to Expect After Your Dermal Filler Appointment

• Apply an ice or cold gel pack to the area treated to helps reduce swelling and bruising.

• Refrain from wearing make up for at least 24 hours after injections.

• Avoid placing excessive pressure on the treated area for the first few hours.

• Avoid exercise or strenuous activities for 24-48 hours after treatment

• You may take Acetaminophen/Tylenol if you experience any mild tenderness or discomfort.

• Wait a minimum of four weeks before receiving any skin care or laser treatments.