If you have a special event or vacation coming up, please keep in mind that you may want to schedule your treatment at least 2 weeks in advance to allow time for swelling and bruising to settle.
It is recommended to discontinue the use of Aspirin, Motrin, Gingko Biloba, Garlic, Flax Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, or any other essential fatty acids at least 3 days to 1 week before treatment to minimize bruising or bleeding. Please consult with your primary provider prior to discontinuing any medications.
Taking Bromelain tablets beginning 3 days prior to your injections may help minimize bruising, swelling, and inflammation. This is an enzyme in pineapple, so alternatively, eating pineapple for a few days may also be helpful.
Avoid alcohol, caffeine, Niacin supplement, high-sodium foods, high sugar foods, refined carbohydrates, spicy foods, and cigarettes 24-48 hours before and after your treatment. These items may contribute to increased swelling or irritation.
If you are planning to combine your subcision with laser ONLY: Make sure you have no tan, artificial or from the sun/tanning bed, at the time of treatment. If you come with an active tan, you will be rescheduled.
If you are planning to combine DERMAL FILLER with your subcision treatment ONLY: Any of the following two weeks before or after your appointment, you are not a candidate for treatment and will need to reschedule:
Dental cleaning or any other dental procedure
Lesion excision or biopsy
Surgery of any kind
Tattoo, piercing, or permanent makeup
Illness, even a minor "cold"
If you had a vaccine within 4 weeks of your appointment, you are not a candidate and will need to reschedule your dermal filler appointment. Please do not schedule a vaccine for at least 4 weeks after your appointment.
If you have a history of oral herpes infection ("cold sores") and you are having treatment around the mouth, it is required to start an anti-viral medication (i.e. acyclovir or valacyclovir) one day prior to treatment and continue for 5 days after to reduce the risk of an outbreak. Notify the office if you need a prescription.
Post-Treatment Instructions
Do not wear makeup for 24 hours. You may cleanse your face and apply moisturizer with CLEAN hands. Moisturizer from a pump should be used, not from a tub.
No exercise for 48 hours.
Swelling and bruising is normal. Sleeping upright for a few days after treatment will help, as well as an antihistamine. Your provider may also recommend ice.
Continue taking pineapple/bromelain, and start Arnica tablets or topical cream to help a bruise fade more quickly.
Notify the office immediately if you experience any of the following:
Pain that is not treated by Tylenol and is significant. Mild discomfort and soreness are normal at the injection sites.
Any change in skin color, particularly paleness, blue/gray discoloration, or redness. If there are any questions, feel free to text a picture to the office number.
Fever, discharge such as pus, or other sign of infection.
Rash, particularly if it looks like a little collection of acne breakouts, even in an area that is different than the treated area.
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