Prior To Treatment

  • Do not take blood thinners (ibuprofen, Aspirin, fish oil) 10-14 days before your procedure to prevent bruising, unless advised to do so by a doctor.
  • Take arnica tablets 4 days before your treatment to prevent bruising.

What you should know:

  • You will start to feel your Botox kicking in 3-5 days after treatment. It should be fully set in after about 2 weeks.
  • Eyelid/eyebrow heaviness is normal! Headaches are also to be expected. Both will resolve.
  • Botox lasts about 3 months. Consistency is key to keeping wrinkles at bay!
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Aftercare:

  • Stay upright/ do not lay down for 6 hours.
  • Avoid vigorous exercise for 6 hours.
  • Do not fly by airplane for 24 hours.
  • Bruising can persist for up to 2 weeks. Drinking pineapple juice post-procedure can help alleviate bruising. We also have a laser that can help bruises resolve faster!

What you should know:

  • Swelling and bruising is normal and is to be expected.
  • Results and longevity based on the filler used. Most of our fillers last between 12-18 months.
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Aftercare:

  • If you received filler today, please avoid massaging/ manipulating the treated area.
  • Bruising can persist for up to 2 weeks. Drinking pineapple juice post-procedure can help alleviate bruising. We also have a laser that can help bruises resolve faster!

What you should know:

  • Burning is to be expected after injections. This typically lasts for 30-60 minutes.
  • Significant swelling at and around injection sites is expected and will persist for about one week. Swelling can persist for 3-4 weeks.
  • It is normal for the area to feel numb and this feeling typically lasts 3 weeks after treatment.
  • The treated area can feel hard to the touch.
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Aftercare:

  • Icing on and off can help manage swelling after Kybella.
  • Bruising can persist for up to 2 weeks. Drinking pineapple juice post-procedure can help alleviate bruising. We also have a laser that can help bruises resolve faster!

What you should know:

  • The skin is numbed for 20 minutes prior to procedure and a device with small needles are used to create collagen and elastin in the skin.
  • Expect little to no discomfort during the procedure and immediate redness after.
  • You will also experience tightness and mild sensitivity to touch on the area being treated. This will diminish greatly after a few hours following treatment.
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Aftercare:

  • After treatments, expect 1-2 days of redness and minor bruising.
  • Use gentle skincare, no acids or retinols, no exfoliation, and no rubbing of the skin for 24 hours.
  • Sun avoidance for 48 hours and wearing sunscreen daily is imperative.

What you should know:

  • Mild swelling or flaking of the skin may occur, particularly swelling around the eyes.
  • Dark spots will appear like coffee grinds for 1 week on the face, two weeks on the chest and hands and they will fall off on their own.
  • Darkened brown spots or discoloration can be covered with make-up if desired.
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Before:

  • Stop using harsh skincare products for 1-2 weeks prior to the treatment. This includes the use of retinoids and glycolic acid.
  • No makeup, lotion, skincare products, or sunscreen should be on the skin during treatment.

Aftercare:

  • Use gentle skincare, no acids or retinols, no rubbing of the skin.
  • Sun avoidance for 2-3 weeks is imperative and sunscreen daily, SPF 50 or more is advised.

What you should know:

  • The Clear + Brilliant treatment involves six fast and easy sessions at least two weeks apart. Each treatment takes about 20 minutes.
  • The damaged pigmented lesions slough off over the course of approximately one week, leaving the skin feeling slightly rough.
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Before:

  • Prior to the treatment, you should stop the use of retinols at least one week prior to the treatment.
  • It is best if the skin is not tanned, sun burned, broken or inflamed.
  • On the day of treatment, the area being treated should be washed so it is free of makeup or any skincare products.

Aftercare:

  • Do not use abrasive scrubs or toners for a week or so after the last treatment.
  • Apply a light cream moisturizer whenever your skin is feeling dry.
  • Use plenty of SPF 50+ several times a day and avoid large amounts of sun exposure if at all possible. If sun exposure is necessary wear clothing that covers the treated area.

What you should know:

  • Once a month treatment: a small amount of your blood is drawn, plasma is extracted and injected into the area of concern.
  • PRP procedures take less than 30 minutes. Only a small volume of blood is required. There are no foreign components, which eliminates the risk of adverse reactions.
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Aftercare:

  • Potential bruising may occur. To prevent bruising, avoid blood thinners (NSAIDs, aspirins, fish oil) 2 weeks before your appointment.
  • NO DOWNTIME!!!

What you should know:

  • In just a few fast, easy treatment sessions, scars, lines, and discolored skin are much less visible, leaving behind smoother, more attractive skin.
  • The damaged pigmented lesions slough off over the course of approximately one week.
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Before:

  • Prior to the treatment, patients should wash the area to be treated so it is free of makeup or any skincare products. Gentle moisturizers can be applied.
  • It is recommended that patients do not apply sunscreens to their skin. Patients must arrive one hour prior to their appointment for numbing with a topical ointment.

Aftercare:

  • Swelling, redness, and superficial peeling will occur for one week.
  • Sun avoidance for one month is imperative and sunscreen daily: SPF 50 or more is advised.
  • Use gentle skincare, no acids or retinols, no exfoliation, no rubbing of the skin for 24 hours.

What you should know:

  • Slight discomfort may be experienced while undergoing treatment. Typically the discomfort is mild and temporary during the procedure and localized within the treatment area.
  • During the treatment you should feel warmth and heat and provide ongoing feedback to the healthcare provider performing the treatment. Treatment time is approximately 30 minutes.
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Aftercare:

  • You may experience warmth and a mild pink to red appearance of the skin that usually dissipates in about 30 minutes post treatment.
  • Mild swelling and bruising may occur, which typically goes away within 2 to 24 hours.
  • Diligent protection from sun exposure and application of sunscreen after treatment will minimize pigmentation changes.

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If you have any additional questions or concerns, please text our office at (703) 215-2139 or call (703) 356-5111 and we will be happy to further assist you!


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