Neurotoxin Pre and Post Treatment Care Instructions
Pre-Treatment Instructions
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Please arrive for your appointment with a clean face and without makeup.
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Avoid alcohol and smoking 24 hours prior to treatment.
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Avoid unnecessary blood-thinning medications (e.g. NSAIDs like ibuprofen), but please take all medications that are prescribed by your primary physician as you normally would.
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Please notify your provider if you are currently on or have recently taken any antibiotics, as certain medications can affect treatment results.
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To minimize the risk of bruising or bleeding at injection sites, avoid taking unnecessary blood-thinning medications, supplements, or herbs, if possible. These may include aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, fish oil, vitamin E, and other herbal supplements. For patients taking daily over-the-counter or prescription blood-thinners or blood-thinning medications under the guidance of a health care professional, please continue these medications.
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If you have a history of herpes simplex virus (cold sores) in any treatment areas, notify your provider, as pre-treatment with an anti-viral medication will be required. Your provider will give you specific instructions.
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Notify your provider if you have any important events in the two-week period following your neurotoxin treatment.
Post-Treatment Instructions
FOR THE NEXT 4 HOURS
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Do not lie down and minimize bending over
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Refrain from manipulating/massaging the treated areas
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Wash your face gently and avoid vigorously scrubbing any treated areas
FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS
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Avoid strenuous exercise or activities that significantly increase your heart rate, blood pressure, or body temperature.
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Avoid massages or yoga
FOR THE NEXT 7 DAYS
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Avoid facials, microdermabrasion, and laser/energy-based treatments.
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Contact your provider if you are unsure about a particular service within this timeframe.
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For most patients, results start appearing in 3-5 days, with full results appreciated roughly 2 weeks after injection. We recommend a follow-up appointment for any additional touch-up treatment 2-3 weeks after your initial visit.
Start your journey today
If you are interested in exploring treatment options you can fill out our inquiry form or call our office. If you would like to schedule, you can request an appointment online at the link below, or you can call our office, and we’ll be happy to assist you.
When you request an appointment online, please be aware that your selected time and date are pending our approval. Your appointment is subject to change. If you would like to have a confirmed appointment immediately, we recommend calling our office directly to schedule. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as we work to confirm your requested appointment.