Pre Procedure advice

Before receiving dermal fillers and Botox, please ensure that the following pre-procedure checklist is followed for optimal results and safety.

Pre Procedure advice

• If able to, please stop any medication 3 days prior that can increase your risk of bleeding e.g. Aspirin, fish oil, ibuprofen. Do not stop medication if recommended to do for a medical reason.  .

• Avoid taking anti-inflammatories (such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen) for 3 days prior to treatment (unless this has been prescribed by your doctor) as this increases the risk of bruising.

• Alcohol, fish oils, St. John’s Wort, Gingko Biloba and Vitamin E should also be avoided for 3 days prior to treatment to lessen the risk of bruising.

• If you are prone to bruising, taking arnica orally for a few days prior to treatment may lessen the risk.

• If you are unwell on the day of your appointment, contact the practitioner to reschedule.

• Avoid sunbeds and tanning for 1 week before and after treatment.

• Ensure your practitioner is informed if there are any changes in your medical history or medication taken before receiving any treatment.

• If you suffer from cold sores and are choosing to have lip filler, please ensure you start taking anti-viral tablets 2 days prior to the procedure ( seek guidance from Lesley if unsure).

• Avoid using ‘active skincare’ products e.g. Retinol, AHA/BHAs, for 3 days pre procedure.

• Avoid heavy exercise 24 hrs prior to your appointment.

• Avoid heavy alcohol consumption 24 hrs prior.
  
  If you have any questions, please get in touch with me, Lesley, and i’ll be happy to help.