There is always a risk of bruising with injections. Also, it will take 7 to 14 days for the neurotoxin to be completely set up and at that point touchups may be necessary for a perfect outcome. Please keep that in mind when planning your injections around a special event.
Q&A
What are these treatments like?
Treatments are simple and take only a few minutes. No preparation is needed prior to a treatment. No sedation or local anesthesia is required, allowing you to resume normal activities immediately.
What results can you expect?
Treatments are a highly effective means of reducing facial wrinkles leading to a more youthful pleasant appearance. The majority of patients find that their results continue to improve with sequential treatments.
How long do treatments last?
Treatments generally last between 3 to 4 months. Each sequential treatment tends to last longer.
How does these treatments work?
Botulinum Toxin blocks signals from the nerves to the muscles. The injected muscle can no longer contract, which causes the wrinkles to relax and soften.
Are treatments safe?
Most of these products have been safely used for over a decade. The most common side effect is slight bruising at the injection site. Rarely, will it cause weakness to adjacent muscles, resulting in a drooping eyelid. This condition is temporary and can be treated with eye drops.
Botox Pre & Post Care
BEFORE TREATMENT:
• Avoid taking aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Ibuprofen, Advil®, Motrin®, Nuprin®, Aleve®, Celebrex®, Fish oil, Ginko Biloba, St. John’s Wort and high doses of vitamin E for 7-10 days prior to procedure, as these may cause increase risk of bleeding and bruising at the treated site(s). Regular multi-vitamin and Tylenol® is permitted.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages for 24 hours prior to procedure as this can increase the risk for bleeding and bruising at the treated site(s).
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or the use of hair removal creams in the area(s) to be treated.
• Take Tylenol® (if not contraindicated) 1 hour prior to your appointment to help with any discomfort you may have, if you have concerns about discomfort.
• If you have any history of Herpes Simplex (cold sores) on your face, make sure you inform the doctor that you have made your appointment with, one week prior to your appointment; this will allow us adequate time to prescribe a medication to prevent an outbreak.
• Sunburn skin is difficult to treat so avoid exposure to the sun.
• Eat a small meal or a snack before your appointment.
• Always inform your doctor of all medications, including supplements you may be taking as well as your medical history.
AFTER TREATMENT:
• Remain upright for 4 hours after injection (you may lie in a reclined position, just do not lay flat)• Exaggerate facial expressions in injected areas for 1 hour after injection
• There can be a slight chance of bruising at the injection site, this is temporary. Be assured that any tiny numbs or marks will go away within a few hours of treatment.
• Do not wear a headband or hat where the band goes across your forehead
• Refrain from aerobic exercise that increases your heart rate greatly (running, swimming, bicycling, etc…) for 24 hours following injections
• Do not massage or manipulate injected areas for 24 hours after injections. Washing your face and applying make-up is fine. Please avoid using a Clarisonic facial cleanser, have a facial, put your face in a massage cradle, or be face down in a chiropractor’s chair for one week following the injection.
• Refrain from using ibuprofen, aspirin, fish oil supplements, or vitamin E for 24 hours following injection
• If bruising appears, apply ice to area for 15 minutes every hour to decrease bruising
• The most common side effect is headache with Botox injections. You may use Tylenol to relieve this. If you are a chronic headache sufferer and have prescription headache medication, you may take it as prescribed by your doctor.
• Botox will gradually take effect over 7-10 days with optimum result at 2 weeks. If this is your first Botox injection, I recommend scheduling a follow up appointment 2 weeks after your injection.
• Avoid massage, facials and microdermabrasion for 2 weeks Post Injection.
Botox/Xeomin
Trillium Skin Care & Medical Aesthetics
