Botox Before Treatment Instructions
- Ingestion of alcoholic beverages prior to treatment can increase the chances of bruising and/or swelling.
- No anti-inflammatory drugs (Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve, Vioxx, etc.), aspirin, Vitamin E or Ginko Biloba one week prior to treatment. This will reduce the possible side effects of bruising and/or swelling in area(s) of treatment.
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding to receive treatment. You cannot be allergic to eggs or egg products to receive treatment.
After Botox Treatment Instructions
- Do not lie down for 4 hours following treatment.
- Do not exercise for 4 hours following treatment
- Facial exercises (squint/frown/smile) are strongly recommended in the treated area for one hour after injection.
- Avoid manipulation of treated area for a minimum of four hours.
- By following the above measures you will minimize the occurrence of ptosis (droopy eyelids), bruising and less than optimal outcomes.
- Common side effects include a slight headache lasting a few hours up to 48 hours and temporary bruising and/or swelling.
Post Care Followup and Instructions
- Treatment effect will take 2 to 10 days.
- Benefits of treatment may last 3 to 6 months; the average is 4 months.
- We require a followup appointment 7-10 days from your visit to insure the resolution of the lines has taken effect. Additional units of Botox may be necessary to achieve desired result.
- Follow up treatments should be scheduled prior to return of full movement of muscle, usually at three months.
- Consistent repeated treatments will produce the best resolution of wrinkles.