We’re looking forward to your Dermal Filler appointment. Here’s how to prepare for a comfortable treatment and the best possible results. Below, you’ll find your full pre-treatment prep checklist, followed by your post-treatment care guide.
- If you have a history of cold sores, let us know before your appointment — the injection process can occasionally contribute to a recurrence.
- If you have a special event or vacation coming up, schedule your treatment at least 2 weeks in advance so any bruising or swelling has time to resolve.
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and other NSAIDs, as well as St. John’s Wort, Gingko Biloba, garlic, flax oil, cod liver oil, and high-dose Vitamin A or E supplements — all of these can increase bruising risk.
- Consider starting Arnica Montana (12C) to help minimize bruising and swelling — continue through 5 days after treatment. Ask us if you’d like a recommendation.
- Discontinue Retin-A/retinoid skincare products (also avoid for 2 days after treatment).
Questions before your appointment? Call or text us at 215.544.3883 — we’re always happy to help you get ready.
- You currently have a cold, active blemish, or rash on your face — we’ll ask you to reschedule.
- You are pregnant or nursing.
- You have an active infection in the treatment area.
- You have a bleeding disorder or are on blood-thinning medication that hasn’t been cleared with your provider.
- Avoid touching, pressing, or manipulating the treated areas.
- Avoid alcohol, caffeine, niacin supplements, high-sodium foods, high-sugar foods, refined carbohydrates, and cigarettes — these can all contribute to extra swelling.
- If lip filler was part of your treatment, avoid using a straw or drinking directly from a water bottle for the best results.
- Swelling and tenderness are common and typically peak around 24 hours. A cold compress can help immediately after treatment.
- Avoid vigorous exercise and sun or heat exposure.
- Skip makeup and lipstick — earlier use can cause breakouts.
- Swelling and redness gradually resolve. Avoid sunbathing and cold outdoor activities until they do.
- It’s normal for one side to settle faster than the other — reserve judgment on your final results until your 2-week mark.
- Please wait a full 2 weeks before requesting any touch-up or correction, so the product has time to fully settle.
- We recommend a follow-up to check in on your results together.
If anything you’re experiencing doesn’t match what’s described here, or healing feels off in any way, please call or text us at 215.544.3883 — don’t wait for your follow-up. We’d rather hear from you.
If swelling, redness, or discomfort continues beyond a week, or if you notice anything that concerns you, please contact our office right away.
We’re so glad you trusted us with your care.
Live Confidently + Be Well.
— The Well Lounge Team
