Pre-Procedure:

• To have the best chance of avoiding bruising during the procedure, abstaining from the use of alcohol and anti-inflammatories (like ibuprofen) for 1 week prior to the procedure is best.

  • Supplementing with arnica and/or antihistamines before the procedure can be beneficial for bruising & swelling.​

• Coming with a clean face is always preferred, but we understand this is not always possible.

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Post-Procedure:

• Avoid the following for 24 hours:

  • Makeup​

  • Strenuous exercise

  • Heavily massaging the area

  • Abstaining from alcohol can decrease bruising

• No dental work or vaccines for 2 weeks.

• Things that can decrease swelling:

  • Icing the area for 15 mins​

  • Sleeping with your head elevated

• Normal Reactions:

  • Tenderness and/or swelling to the area for 24-48 hours

  • Being able to feel the filler. This will go away, give it 2 weeks.​​
  • Bruising is normal

• When to call:​

  • Pain out of proportion​

  • The skin is pale in color

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Remember, you can always call your injector if you feel that something is wrong.