DERMAL FILLER PRE-CARE INSTRUCTIONS

1. It is best to schedule Dermal filler treatments at least 2 weeks, ideally 4 weeks before a big event. Results from the Dermal
filler injections are usually immediate but it will take approximately 4 to 7 days to settle. Also bruising and swelling may be
apparent in that time period. You may need a touch-up after 2 weeks of the treatment.
2. Dermal fillers must not be administered if you have had any vaccines, immunizations, procedures, illnesses, or dental work in
the past 4 weeks and for an additional 4 weeks after fillers.
3. Avoid pain relievers called “NSAIDs,” such as aspirin, ibuprofen (generic, Advil, Aleve or Motrin), voltaren and other blood
thinning agents such as Vitamin E, Ginko Biloba, St. John’s Wort and fish oil or omega-3s to prevent bruising 7-10 days before
the treatment. It is important that you alert us of any medical conditions you may have and/or any prescribed medications
you are taking prior to your treatment.
4. If you are taking prescription blood thinners such as Coumadin or Plavix, you should check with the prescribing doctor to see
if you are able to stop these medicines for 7-10 days before your appointment and at least 2 days after the procedure has
been done.
5. Discontinue Retin-A two days before and two days after treatment.
6. If you have a current cold sore or an acne breakout on the target Dermal filler injection area, reschedule your appointment. If
you have any history of Herpes Simplex (cold sores) on your face, make sure you inform the doctor that you have made your
appointment with, one week prior to your appointment.
7. Avoid smoking and alcoholic beverages for 24 hours prior to procedure as this can increase the risk for bleeding and bruising.
8. Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or the use of hair removal creams in the area(s) to be treated.
9. Don’t skip breakfast. The morning of, consume plenty of food and drink as this will decrease the chances of lightheadedness
during the treatment. Make sure you eat close to your appointment.
10. Avoid exposure to the sun as it’s difficult to administer the treatment on sunburnt skin.
11. Please come to your appointment with minimal or no make-up to the areas that are going to be treated. If worn, please
remove it prior to treatment.
12. There are no restrictions on flying but we recommend our patients to avoid flights for at least 72 hours, preferably two weeks
after the treatment appointment.
13. Sportsmen and women should be aware of that hyaluronic acid dermal fillers contain an active ingredient that may give
positive results in a drug test.
14. PRECAUTIONS
You would not be considered a candidate for Dermal filler treatment if you have any of the following (Contraindications):
 Under 18 years old
 Pregnant or breastfeeding
 Allergic to any of the ingredients (lidocaine, hyaluronic acids) or a history of severe allergy or anaphylactic shock.
 Skin infection and/or active inflammatory processes (cysts, pimples, rashes, hives, open sores) near the area to be treated.
 Dental treatment 4 weeks prior or planned 4 weeks post treatment
 Vaccines (including Covid-19) 2 weeks before or after