Pre + Post Care

Pre-Treatment Care

One week prior: Avoid blood-thinning medication such as ibuprofen, aspirin, Aleve and Motrin to prevent bruising, and avoid herbal supplements, such as omega-3 capsules, vitamin E, St. John’s Wort, garlic and ginkgo biloba. Inform the Nurse Practioner of your medications and if you have any skin conditions requiring prescriptions.

Three days prior: Avoid waxing, tweezing, bleaching and hair removal creams. Don’t use anti-aging products such as alpha hydroxy acid, Tretinoin (Retin-A), glycolic acid, retinols and retinoids for three days prior.

24 hours prior: Avoid alcohol and caffeine to prevent extra bruising.

The day of: Eat a snack or meal before your appointment.

Post-Treatment Care

Four hours after: Don’t lie down, lean forward or rub and touch the injected area for at least four hours after treatment. Avoid vigorous exercise, straining and heavy lifting. Increasing circulation may move the botulinum from its injection place. Avoid wearing headbands and hats.

24-48 hours after: Wait 24 hours to wear makeup. For 24-48 hours, avoid caffeine, high-sodium foods, refined carbohydrates, alcohol, cigarettes, high-sugar foods, Niacin supplements and spicy foods because they contribute to increased swelling and irritation. Until 48 hours after treatment, avoid Retin-A or similar products like Tazorac and Kinerase to prevent increased redness or irritation.

72 hours after: Avoid Motrin, aspirin, garlic, vitamin A, vitamin E, cod liver oil, ginkgo biloba, flax oil and any other fatty acids for at least three days to one week because these items may increase bruising and bleeding.

1-2 weeks after: Wait 10-14 days post-injection for Botox touch-ups after the initial treatment. Wait 14 days for cosmetic treatments with Jeuveau or Botox, such as facials, laser, peels, microneedling, waxing, ultrasound or medspa services. Avoid a facial massage until 14 days after treatment.

Please contact us if you experience any redness, blisters, itching, increased swelling or increased pain after your treatment.

FAQs

  • Botox works by temporarily paralyzing or relaxing muscles, which reduces the appearance of wrinkles caused by repetitive movements, such as frowning or squinting.

  • When administered by a qualified healthcare professional, Botox is considered safe for most people. However, like any medical procedure, there are potential risks and side effects.

  • The effects of Botox typically last 3-4 months, after which further treatments are needed to maintain results.

  • Most patients experience minimal discomfort during a Botox treatment. The injections may feel like a small pinch.

  • You may start to see results from Botox within 3-5 days, with full results becoming apparent after 14 days.

  • Common side effects include headache and temporary redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection site. In rare cases, some patients may experience eyelid drooping.

  • The minimum price of treatment is usually $240+. However, costs can vary depending on the amount of Botox used. It is best to consult us directly for an accurate price quote.

  • It is not recommended to get Botox treatments while pregnant or breastfeeding, as the effects of Botox on the fetus or nursing infant are not well understood.

Average units per treatment area. Please note these are averages and can vary by patient.