POST TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:

• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, hot drinks and spicy food for 24 hours, as these ay exacerbate bruising and swelling.
• Avoid medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen (Nurofen) for 24 hours as blood thinning agents may exacerbate bruising (if these medications have been advised by your GP please check with your GP before stopping them).
• Avoid supplements such as multivitamins, fish oils, glucosamine and Vitamin B or Vitamin E for 24 hours as blood thinning agents may exacerbate bruising (if these medications have been advised by your GP please check with your GP before stopping them).
• Avoid exercise/exertion, excessive sun exposure or solarium use for 24 hours.
• If you suffer from cold sores on the skin or lips, it is advised to see your pharmacist for an anti-viral oral medication as injection sites may re-activate the viral infection.
• Avoid touching or putting pressure on the treated area and stay upright for 4 hours after your appointment.
• Avoid any other facial treatments including massages, skin needling/peels for 2 weeks after your appointment.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

The listed below are all normal side effects and should self-resolve within a few hours to a few days.

• Swelling
• Bruising
• Post-treatment discomfort
• Redness/discolouration
• Lumpiness
• Headaches and/or tenderness in the treated area

Optimal results can take up to 14 days and you may return for a review with your clinician for any adjustments if needed

More severe complications may include:

• Allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, rapid heartbeat, rash)
• Nerve injury resulting in numbness, pain or muscle dysfunction

POST TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:

• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, hot drinks and spicy food for 24 hours, as these ay exacerbate bruising and swelling.
• Avoid medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen (Nurofen) for 24 hours as blood thinning agents may exacerbate bruising (if these medications have been advised by your GP please check with your GP before stopping them).
• Avoid supplements such as multivitamins, fish oils, glucosamine and Vitamin B or Vitamin E for 24 hours as blood thinning agents may exacerbate bruising (if these medications have been advised by your GP please check with your GP before stopping them).
• Avoid exercise/exertion, excessive sun exposure or solarium use for 24 hours.
• If you suffer from cold sores on the skin or lips, it is advised to see your pharmacist for an anti-viral oral medication as injection sites may re-activate the viral infection.
• Avoid touching or putting pressure on the treated area and stay upright for 4 hours after your appointment.
• Avoid any other facial treatments including massages, skin needling/peels for 2 weeks after your appointment.
• Applying a cold compress on the area immediately
  after treatment as well as the use of arnica cream or tablets from your pharmacy can assist in speeding up the healing process.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

The listed below are all normal side effects and should self-resolve within a few hours to a few days.

• Swelling
• Bruising
• Post-treatment discomfort
• Redness
• Lumpiness

More severe complications may include:

• Allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, rapid heartbeat, rash)
• Nerve injury resulting in numbness, pain or muscle dysfunction

IMPORTANT NOTE:
In some treatments there is a small risk that the dermal filler will cause vascular occlusion, which is when too much pressure causes the small blood vessels causing a reduced circulation of the blood to the skin. This can lead to tissue damage or death and possible scarring. If you experience prolonged pain in the area injection and/or change in skin colour (paleness, white or dusky grey discolouration as opposed to purplish/red colour of a bruise) within 24 hours after your treatment, please contact your injector immediately for advice.

POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

• Avoid any heat-inducing activities for 2 weeks.
• Do not perform strenuous exercise for 2 weeks.
• Do not touch or massage the treatment area unless instructed to do so.
• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
• Sleep on your back, slightly elevated.
• Avoid active cosmeceutical products (AHAs, retinols, vitamin C) for 24 hours.
• Do not apply oil-based makeup for 24 hours.
• Avoid blood thinning medication such as Aspirin & Ibuprofen for 7 days (unless medically necessary)
• Avoid shaving/dermaplaning the treatment area for 7 days.
• No dental work for 4 weeks.
• Avoid facial treatments for 2 weeks (including facials, waxing, chemical peels, skin needling, HydraFacial, IPL or laser)
• We advise against dermal filler injections for 3 months to minimise cross-reactivity.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

The listed below are all normal side effects and should self-resolve within a few days.

• Swelling
• Bruising
• Post-treatment discomfort
• Redness/discolouration
• Lumpiness
• Sometimes a slight puckering or a dimpling of the skin may appear at the insertion points of the suture, which normally disappear between 2 and 4 weeks after treatment.

More severe complications may include:

• Allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, rapid heartbeat, rash)
• Nerve injury resulting in numbness, pain or muscle dysfunction