Filler can be intimidating for many patients, and I totally get it! My goal is always natural and never overdone results and to help you be as comfortable as possible throughout the process.

Filler

<aside> 💭 Pre-Treatment Guidelines

• Schedule your appointment at least 2 weeks prior to a special event. Redness, swelling and bruising may be apparent in that time period.
• Avoid any dental work, vaccines, and illness 2 weeks prior to any filler procedure(s). Reschedule your appointment if needed.
• It is recommended to discontinue the use of Aspirin, NSAIDS, Gingko Biloba, Garlic, Ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Flax Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamin A, Vitamin E or any other essential fatty acids at least 3 days to 1 week before and after treatment to minimize bruising or bleeding. Please consult with your primary physician prior to discontinuing any medications.
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, Niacin supplement 24-48 hours before and after your treatment. All of these factors may increase risk of bruising and swelling.
• Starting Arnica supplements at least 2 days prior to injections may help with bruising.
• Let the provider know if you have a history of cold sores. An antiviral may be prescribed. </aside>

<aside> 💭 Post Treatment Guidelines

• Redness or sensitivity might be present (and last up to a few hours).
• Use Tylenol for any soreness.
• Avoid significant movement or massage of the treated area unless instructed by the provider.
• Avoid makeup for 12 hours.
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
• Avoid extensive sun or heat for 72 hours.
• If you have swelling, you may apply a cool compress for 15 minutes each hour if instructed to do so by provider.
• Sleep face up and slightly elevated. This will also help with swelling.
• Postpone any dental procedure(s) for at least 2 weeks after treatment.
• It is recommended that you wait at least 2 weeks before having any other facial treatments (i.e. facials, massages, lasers, ultrasounds, micro-dermabrasion).
• Syringes of filler will be kept for 8 weeks following injections for any touch-ups. </aside>

<aside> 👄 Lip Filler My patients most commonly come in concerned that their lips will look overdone, so it is one of my favorite things to consult on. There are several factors to consider when talking about lip filler.

• What type of filler will best achieve your desired outcome? Fillers range in properties, some give more structure while others give hydration to the lips.
• What is your natural lip shape? We may need to space your treatments out over several sessions, doing only a small amount of filler at a time. This can help achieve the most natural look.
• Do you want to keep the current ratio of your top to bottom lip?
• Is it the volume of your lips that bother you or is it just the lines/cracked tissue? Or is it that you like the volume of your lips at rest but when you smile, you feel like that volume dissapears? These all require different approaches!

So, as you can see, the consult matters! Come chat with me and we can come up with the best plan for your specific goals!

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