Question 1

Do Not massage or otherwise manipulate the area injected
Use Tylenol as needed for any soreness.
Avoid applying makeup for 30 minutes.
Avoid exercise for 24 hours.
Keep your head elevated for the next 4 hours.
Avoid getting a facial, massage, or any other activity where you are laying face down or having pressure applied to your face for 2 days.
Avoid Aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications for the first 2 days if possible
Avoid Alcohol (especially red wine) for the first 2 days for bruising purposes.
Results can take up to 2 weeks to take effect.
Make an appointment for a check-up in 2 weeks if needed

Question 2

Do Not massage or otherwise manipulate the area injected unless directed by the provider.
Use Tylenol as needed for any soreness.
A topical cold pack should be applied for 20 minutes on and off for two days, for optimal results.
Avoid too much pressure when applying.
Avoid extensive sun exposure, hot showers, and heat for 2 days.
Avoid applying makeup for 24 hours.
Avoid strenuous exercise for 2 days.
Avoid dental work and cleanings for 2 weeks
Avoid sleeping on your stomach for 2 weeks.
Avoid vaccines for 2 weeks.
Sleep elevated for 2-3 days to decrease swelling. Recommend on your back and using 2-3 pillows
Avoid getting a massage or any other activity where you are lying face down for 2 weeks.
Aspirin or anti-inflammatory medication use can be resumed 2 days post-injection.
Avoid Alcohol (especially red wine) for the first 2 days.
Over time the injected area will feel softer, more like your own tissue.
Make an appointment for a check-up in 2-4 weeks if needed.

Question 3

Massage (as shown by practitioner) 5 times per day, for 5 minutes for 5 days.
Take an Amino Acid or protein supplement daily.
Begin 1,000mg of Vitamin C. If kidney and liver functions are normal (half can come from your diet)
A topical cold pack should be applied for 20 minutes on and off for two days
Avoid extensive sun exposure for 2 days
Avoid strenuous exercise for 3 days
Anti-inflammatory medication use can be resumed 2 days post-injection.
Sleep elevated for 2-3 days to decrease swelling
Make a follow-up appointment in 6 weeks as needed

Question 4

Massage (as shown by practitioner) 5 times per day, for 5 minutes for 5 days.
Take an Amino Acid or protein supplement daily.
Begin 1,000mg of Vitamin C. If kidney and liver functions are normal (half can come from your diet)
A topical cold pack should be applied for 20 minutes on and off for two days
Avoid extensive sun exposure for 2 days
Avoid strenuous exercise for 3 days
Avoid taking baths, submerging in fresh or saltwater, lakes, pools, or hot tubs for 1-week post-treatment
Recommend doing 20 squats a day
Make a follow-up appointment in 6 weeks

Patient aftercare instructions