Sculptra

PRECARE:

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• Avoid the use of Aspirin, NSAIDS, Ginko Biloba, Garlic Supplements, Green Tea, Flax Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamins A and E, and essential fatty acids for up to 1-week pre and post-injection as they will increase your risk of bruising. Please notify your provider if you are on a blood thinning medication.

• Do not drink alcoholic beverages 24 hours before (or after) your treatment to avoid extra bruising – You may take Arnica tablets 2-3 days before your injection to reduce the risk of bruising.

• Do not apply potentially irritating products for 2 -3 days before and after treatment (examples- tretinoin/retin-a, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, hydroquinone).

• Arrive with a clean face. Please do not wear makeup.

• You may experience a mild amount of tenderness or stinging during your Sculptra injections.

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POSTCARE:

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• You may take Acetaminophen/Tylenol if you experience tenderness/discomfort.

• Massage the areas 5 times a day, for 5 minutes each time, for 5 days after treatment.

• After treatment there will be moderate swelling and redness with the possibility of bruising. These symptoms will resolve in about 7 days. You may apply or take Arnica tablets to help decrease the amount of bruising.

• The immediate volume you see post procedure will resolve after 24-72 hours, and over the course of the next 4-6 weeks your body will begin building new collagen.

• Avoid extended UV exposure until any redness/swelling has subsided. Apply SPF.

• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours to reduce bruising.

• You may resume other normal activities/routines immediately.

• Avoid facials, massage, laser, IPL, or skin tightening treatments of the area for at least 2-3 weeks.

• You may continue your topical products (such as tretinoin/Retin-a, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, hydroquinone) 2-3 days after injection.