Anti Wrinkle & Dermal Filler Aftercare Instructions

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DO's       

1. Cool packs and antihistamine medication will reduce swelling.
2. Keep area clean. cleanse as normal 
3. The day after treatment you can use concealer to cover bruises, and Arnica or Hirudoid cream to fade them. You can commence using your regular makeup routines.

DON’Ts:

1. No intense exercise for the rest of the day following treatment.
2. No international flights for three days post procedure. Treatments are recommended a month or longer prior to a holiday.
3. No swimming, saunas or facial treatments for one week.
4. No dental treatment for one month.
5. No face-down massage a week. 
6. If you require makeup, use only a quality mineral makeup 24hrs post procedure.
7. Avoid alcohol 
8. Avoid strenuous exercise, sweating or saunas
9. Avoid medication such as aspirin or ibuprofen
10. Avoid excessive sun exposure for the next 2 weeks.
11. Avoid facials, peels, laser hair removal or waxing in the area
12. Apply SP 30+ sunscreen daily

WHAT TO EXPECT 

1. Redness – usually settles quickly.
2. Swelling – settling over 1-2 hours but possibly present for up to 2 weeks. Regular icing will hep make this comfortable. 
3. Tenderness – The treated area will likely always feel sore.
4. Bruising – appears 12-24 hours after treatment. Whilst it isn't harmful it can last 1-3 weeks. Plan your treatments accordingly.
5. Lumps or Asymmetries – filler can look or feel a bit firm and occasionally will feel like small lumps under the skin before softening over 4-6 weeks as it integrates in to the tissues. Areas can often look uneven due to swelling. This is all part of the acute phase and will be monitored and evaluated at your review appointment. 

WHEN TO CONTACT YOUR NURSE 

Whilst your Nurse is always available throughout your  recovery period please contact immediately if you notice the following on the number provided to you at your appointment.

• Large bruises
• Mottled, red, purple or white discolouration on the skin near the treated area.
• Increasing pain.
• Blisters or pustules near the treatment area.