Pre/Post BOTOX Treatment Instructions
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).
- Avoid alcoholic beverages for 24 hours prior to procedure as this can increase the risk for bleeding and bruising at the treated site(s).
- Take Tylenol 1 hour prior to your appointment to help with any discomfort you may have, if you have concerns about discomfort.
PRECAUTIONS
You would not be considered a candidate for Botox® if you have any of the following:
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Allergy to Botulinum Toxin
- Neuromuscular disorder
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Allergy to human albumin
After Treatment
- Do not touch or rub injected site for 2-4 hours following treatment. Avoid exercise and sweating for the remainder of the day and no lying down or leaning forward for 4-6 hours after treatment.
- The results of your treatment can take up to 14 days to take full effect. Usually patients notice a change in 4-5 days. It takes time for the muscles to lose strength and the lines to fade following Botox® treatment. Please wait until 14 days have passed before assessing if you are pleased with the results.
- There can be a slight chance of bruising at the treated site, this is temporary. Be assured that any tiny bumps or marks will go away within a few hours of treatment.
- Avoid any type of facial, microderm abrasion, or massage for 14 days after treatment.
- Avoid Ibuprofen, Advil or Motrin, Tylenol is acceptable to take if experiencing discomfort
- Botox® Cosmetic is a temporary procedure and at first, you may find that your treatment results will last approximately 3-4 months. If you maintain your treatment appointments with the frequency recommended by your nurse, the duration of each treatment results may last longer than 4 months.
- Your satisfaction is important to us! We would like you to return to the office in 2 weeks for a follow-up assessment appointment, especially after your first treatment. This will ensure we are able to see how your facial muscles react to your treatment. If you require additional Botox® to fine-tune/adjust your treatment results there will be additional charges at the regular rate.
- Remember your sunscreen every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Repeated facial movements like smiling and squinting result in lines and creases in our skin. Young skin bounces back into place, unlike more mature skin. As we age, we lose collagen and elastin, which causes the lines to become even deeper. BOTOX temporarily reduces the amount of facial muscle movement, therefore allowing wrinkles to smooth out or even preventing wrinkle formation in the first place. This will allow your skin to restore its youthfulness for a period of time.*
In general, patients can expect to see their BOTOX effects as early as 3 – 4 days after injection. However, it typically takes 10 – 14 days after the procedure for this anti-aging treatment's full effects to take hold.
BOTOX results typically last 3 to 4 months. While it doesn’t last forever, BOTOX can help you look more youthful and refreshed and feel more confident. Maintenance treatments can continue your results indefinitely.
We recommend that you should wait 14 days before you fly after botox treatment.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Heart disease.
- Diabetes.
- Seizures.
- Bleeding problems.
- Glaucoma or recent eye surgery.
- An active respiratory infection.
- Muscle or nerve disorders.
- Breathing problems, such as asthma or emphysema
- Other recent treatments involving a botulism toxin
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