DERMAL FILLER INJECTIONS

JUVÉDERM® is a hyaluronic acid (HA) based dermal filler which helps correct wrinkles and augments facial contours by filling a volume deficit in the dermis or deeper tissue spaces. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance that keeps skin moisturized and soft.

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Pre Treatment 

• Schedule treatment at least 4 weeks prior to special event (wedding,vacation) to ensure adequate healing time 

• If you have a history of cold sores, please let your provider know. They may elect to put you on an
  anti-viral medication prior to treatment.

• Treatment with NSAID’s, ASA, oral anticoagulants one week prior to treatment 

• Avoid alcoholic beverages at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to treatment. Alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising.

• Discontinue Retin-A two (2) days before and two (2) days after treatment.

• Come to your appointment with a clean face (no makeup)

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Post Treatment

• Avoid significant movement or massage of the treated area *unless* instructed by the provider.

• Avoid strenuous exercise for twenty-four (24) hours.

• Avoid excessive sun or heat for seventy-two (72) hours.

• Do Not Apply Anything to the skin until the day after treatment: No cleanser, moisturizer, or makeup!

• Wait a minimum of four weeks (or as directed by your provider) before receiving any skin care or laser treatments.

• To minimize swelling:

  • Avoid consuming excess amounts of alcohol and/or high-sodium foods

  • Apply cold compresses or ice packs for twenty (20) minutes each hour the first one (1) to two (2) days after treatment (while awake).

  • Sleep face-up, with head elevated 

  • Use Tylenol for discomfort. This will also minimize swelling.

• For moderate swelling you can take over the counter antihistamines. 

• If you would like to minimize the risk of bruising after treatment, please
  consider these options:

  • Homeopathic Arnica Montana ointment

  • Bromelain (homeopathic medicine)

  • Good nutrition and fresh fruit consumption (pineapple and papaya recommended)

  • Ocumend gel pads (available online)

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FAQ’s

• How long does it take to see the results of treatment? 

  • ​Dermal filler products yield results immediately post treatment.

• How long do the effects of filler last?

  • 6-12 months after treatment

• Who cannot get filler?

  • Pregnancy or nursing

  • Infection in the treatment area (herpes simplex, acne)

  • Hypertrophic or keloidal scar formation 

  • Bleeding abnormality (thrombocytopenia, anticoagulant use)

  • Accutane within the last 6 months 

  • Skin atrophy (chronic steroid use, genetic syndromes such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome)

  • Impaired healing (due to immunosuppression)

  • Dermatoses active in treatment area (vitiligo, psoriasis, eczema) 

  • Uncontrolled systemic condition 

  • Previous anaphylactic reaction 

  • Multiple severe allergies 

  • Sensitivity or allergy to constituents of dermal filler products 

• What are the possible adverse side effects of dermal fillers?

  • Most common side effects are mild and include redness, swelling, tenderness and bruising. 

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