Injectables

• Do NOT consume alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours prior to treatment (alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising) 
• Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medications, if possible, for a period of 2 weeks before treatment. Please speak to your GP prior to stopping any medication.
• Medications and supplements such as aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Omega 3/Fish Oil supplements, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve and other NSAIDS have a blood thinning effect and can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections. 
• Schedule your Dermal Filler and Anti-Wrinkle injections appointment at least 2 weeks prior to a special event which you may be attending, such as a wedding or a vacation. 
• Results from the Dermal Filler and Anti-Wrinkle injections will take approximately 4 to 7 days to appear. Also bruising and swelling may be apparent in that time period. 
•  Discontinue Retin-A 2 days before and 2 days after treatment. 
• Reschedule your appointment at least 24 hours in advance if you have a rash, cold sore or blemish on the area. If you have a history of cold sores please let your provider know, they may put you on an anti-viral medication prior to treatment. 
• Be sure to have a good breakfast, including food and drink before your procedure. This will decrease the chances of light headedness during your treatment. 
• You are not a candidate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

• Avoid significant movement or massage of the treated area. Unless instructed by the provider. 
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours. 
• Avoid extensive sun or heat for 72 hours. 
• Avoid consuming excess amounts of alcohol or salts to avoid excess swelling. If you have swelling you may apply a cool compress for 15 minutes each hour. 
• Use paracetamol for discomfort. Try to sleep face up and slightly elevated if you experience swelling. 
• Take Arnica to help the bruising and swelling, start at least 2 days prior to injections.     

If there is any adverse effects of your anti-ageing injection you must contact our Nurse Clinician urgently on 07799330459 she is available 24 hours a day for emergency’s.