POST CARE INFORMATION
Dermal Filler
During the first 24-48 hours after treatment you may experience redness, swelling and tenderness in the treated areas. These reactions are normal and should resolve quickly and spontaneously.
The following guidelines are recommended following your dermal filler treatment.
24 – 48 Hours
- It is best to avoid the use of make-up sponges, moisturizers, active products containing AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acids/Glycolics), BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acids) or retinoid creams or gels.
- You may apply mineral make-up where necessary.
- Apply cool compresses to the treated areas to relieve swelling and possible bruising.
- Avoid drinking alcohol as it opens blood vessels and may increase bruising or swelling.
- Avoid strenuous exercise, and heat as may increase bruising.
- Drink regularly throughout the day. (Approx. 8 glasses of water are recommended daily).
- Avoid Omega (salmon oil, flaxseed oil tablets for 5 days)
+ 48 Hours
- Should you feel or see any lumps in the treated areas once swelling has subsided it is recommended that you gently massage the area carefully with clean fingers.
- Do not have facials, facial waxing, Glycolic or AHA peels, Liquid Nitrogen (dry ice) or Laser treatments for 10 – 14 days after injection with dermal fillers. Laser resurfacing is best done after dermal fillers have disappeared from skin.
Post Treatment Care Pack Contains
- 2 x Antihistamine for swelling and redness. Take 1-2 tablets once daily depending on symptom severity, can be taken with or without food.
- 2 x Paracetamol for discomfort and pain. Take 2 tablets every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours. If you do not get relief from discomfort after taking Paracetamol, please inform the clinic.
- 2 x Alcohol Swabs wipe gently over area treated at end of day to sterilise.
- Cicaplast Baume B5 Soothing Repairing Balm this soothing therapeutic cream provides optimal skin recovery, apply with clean hands and use as desired.
We hope you will be delighted with the outcome of your treatment.
If for any reason you are concerned about the possibility of a serious adverse reaction, or experience any of the following symptoms:
infection, red inflamed lumps, very painful bruising or any excessive pain
please contact us immediately
Clinic 42 (09) 638 4242 / 021 402 446