Dermal Fillers

The following conditions are contraindications for your upcoming filler appointment. If any of these apply to you, please contact our office as soon as possible. We will either need to get clearance from the provider or reschedule your appointment accordingly.

• 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

Mild swelling, soreness, bruising, or small lumps at the injection site are common and typically temporary. To help minimize these effects, apply ice gently to the treated areas for 10 minutes every hour as needed.

Numbness from the lidocaine may last for 1 to 2 hours following your treatment.

Please avoid any medications, supplements, foods, or alcohol listed in your pre-care instructions (unless medically necessary) until any swelling or bruising has resolved.

If you require pain relief, Tylenol is recommended—provided it is not contraindicated by any existing conditions or medications.

For bruising or swelling, you may apply Arnica gel (available over the counter at most pharmacies), unless advised otherwise by your physician.

• 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 any time 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.