Dermal Filler-FAQ
Dermal Fillers are used to restore structure and volume in the face where wrinkles or deep lines maybe present
Lips are a common area for fillers to add volume and definition for a fuller natural lip.
Deep laugh lines are a common concern for clients looking for a more symmetrical and youthful appearance
Filler show an immediate result but final results show in one week due to a reduction in the immediate swelling with injection sites
Clients Who Are Not A Filler Candidate
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Allergy to Eggs
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Currently on Antibiotics- must be one week from last dose
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Serious preexisting medical condition
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Pregnancy or breastfeeding
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Blood donors cannot donate for 3 months after injections
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Patients taking Aspirin, NSAIDs, or anticoagulants should stop one week prior to treatment with physician approval
What To Do Before Your Filler Appointment
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Avoid Anti-inflammatory medications for 1 week
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Avoid heavy drinking for 72 hours before
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Avoid salty and garlicy food to minimize swelling & bruising
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Avoid strenough exercise the day before & of to relax the facial muscle
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Avoid makeup the day of and use a gentle cleanser
Filler After Care
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Stay up right for at least 4 hours
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Do not sleep with face on pillow for 1 night
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Do not massage or scratch the injection site
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Avoid excessive alcohol for 24 hours before and after treatment
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Do not touch or rub the treated area for at least 24 hours
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Avoid hot saunas and hot tubs for 48 hours
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Avoid make up and other facial treatments for 24 hours
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Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours
Botox-FAQ
Botox may start showing results in 24-48 hours with full results noticed by 14 days after treatment.
-Botox is recommended every 3-5 months for touch up units.
-Typical units are 10 units per decade old (Example: 40 years old around 40 units)
Botox Units By Area
Typical units vary by area and client
-FROW LINES (11'S) --- 20-24 units
-FOREHEAD --- 8-16 units
-CROWS FEET -- 16-28 units
-BUNNY LINES (Nose) -- 4-12 units
-BROW LIFT -- 4-10 units
-LIP FLIP -- 8-10 Units
-CHIN -- 4-8 Units
-MASSETERS -- 20-60 Units
Clients who are not a Botox Candidate
-Allergy to Eggs
-Generalized muscle strength impairment
-Currently on Antibiotics-must be one week from last dose
-Clients planning Lasik Surgery in the following 1-3 months
-Infections of the eye lids or other areas of injection
-Serious preexisting medical condition
-Pregnancy or breastfeeding
-Blood donors cannot donate for 3 months after botox injections
-Patients taking Aspirin, NSAIDs, or anticoagulants should stop one week prior to treatment with physician approval
What to do before Botox
-Avoid Anti-inflammatory medications for 1 week
-Avoid heavy drinking for 72 hours before
-Avoid salty and garlicy food to minimize swelling & bruising
-Avoid strenough exercise the day before & of to relax the facial muscles.
-Avoid makeup the day of and use a gentle cleanser
Botox After Care
-Stay up right for at least 4 hours
-Do not sleep with face on pillow for 1 night
-Do not massage or scratch the injection site
-Avoid excessive alcohol for 24 hours before and after treatment
-Do not touch or rub the treated area for at least 24 hours
-Avoid hot saunas and hot tubs for 48 hours
-Avoid direct sunlight and always wear SPF
-Avoid make up and other facial treatments for 24 hours
-avoid strenous exercise for 24 hours