Pre-Care

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  • Do not come on an empty stomach. Please arrive ready for treatment (clean face, no makeup, hair secured away from the face). 
  • Please note that while we schedule appointment slots in 20 minute increments, the time in office is generally around one hour. While we do our best to remain on schedule, we always ensure each client has enough time to ask all possible questions and receives the best patient care, which can sometimes cause delays. Please be sure to allot enough buffer time if planning anything afterward.
  • If you have a history of cold sores and have been prescribed Valtrex (valacyclovir), please begin using it three days prior to any appointment that may include lip injections, lasers/phototherapy, or chemical peels. If you have a history but do not have Valtrex (valacyclovir), please contact us!
  • Please bring photos of yourself in normal settings without filters, both photos you do and do not like, so we can better understand your goals!
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Injectables

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Special Events

Do not plan any special events for at least one month after your treatment. There may be swelling and bruising for 1-2 weeks following your appointment and it may take up to a month for tissue to ultimately settle.

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Dental Appointments

If getting lower facial treatments, please ensure that you do not have any dental appointments for 2 weeks before or after treatment.

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Aminoglycoside Antibiotics

If you are currently taking aminoglycoside antibiotics and are seeking Neuromodulator (Dysport) injections, please call to reschedule as we will be unable to perform this treatment.

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Healthcare Setting

If you work in a healthcare setting that requires an N-95 or similar, tight-fitting mask, please know that wearing such masks is not recommended for 2 weeks after receiving under-eye, cheek, nose, or jawline filler. If this will not work for you, please consider rescheduling.

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Before Appointment

  • Hydrate frequently, especially if you are being treated with dermal fillers. Fillers draw water to the surface and dehydration can severely minimize results!
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Before Appointment

  • Begin avoiding blood-thinning medications, foods, and supplements (unless they are prescribed to treat a health condition) to reduce chances of bruising and swelling.
  • Blood-thinning items include:
    • Advil, Ibuprofen, and Motrin
    • Almonds/Almond milk
    • Fish oil
    • Garlic
    • Ginger
    • Green Tea
    • Salmon
    • Sushi
    • Workout supplements & other supplements
  • If you usually use pain relievers, please use Tylenol and have it on hand as it does not thin blood. Of course, please avoid Tylenol if it is contraindicated with any of your medical conditions or medications.
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Before Appointment

  • Do not consume any alcohol.
  • Take Arnica (unless you are allergic or it is contraindicated with any medications/medical conditions you have, including high blood pressure). Arnica can be purchased in our office, at Vitamin Shoppe, or on Amazon. Please follow the directions on the label and do not take it if it is contraindicated with any of your medications/medical conditions.
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Injections from another practice

  • We may require dissolving if we feel that we cannot achieve results that meet our standards by injecting over your previous filler.
  • Dissolver is an additional fee of $150 per vial.
  • This may require one or more dissolving sessions before the new filler is applied, which will be booked for the soonest available appointments spaced about two weeks apart. Out-of-town clients, please plan accordingly!
  • Please note that new filler cannot be injected on the same day that the previous filler is dissolved (in the same area) and will need to be booked as a separate appointment.
  • Please prepare for a dissolving session if you are planning to have lip injections and follow the Pre-Care Policies for best results.

Please read these instructions in full to ensure you are not missing important information. Following pre-care will not only reduce the chances of complications and speed healing time, but will also product better results.

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Lasers

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  • BBL is unable to be performed on tanned skin. If you arrive to your appointment with a tan, we will need to reschedule. Tanned skin is not a contraindication for Moxi, but having sensitive or sunburned skin would still force us to reschedule, so please be sure to avoid direct sunlight prior to your appointment.
  • Sunlight will need to be avoided before and after treatment. Please avoid scheduling a laser appointment around any trips or events where sun cannot be avoided.
  • There are many medications that may cause increased sensitivity to sunlight. Since laser treatment involves the use of light frequencies have a similar effect, these medications may increase your risk of adverse effects in treatment. If you are taking any medications, please consult with the medical provider(s) who prescribed your medication(s) for clearance prior to receiving laser or phototherapy treatments. For a list of some of the more common sun-sensitizing medications, please click here. This list is not intended to be a complete list of all sun-sensitizing medications.
  • If you are currently taking antibiotics, please call to reschedule your appointment.
  • While lasers and phototherapy treatments do an excellent job at correcting skin concerns, they are not preventative treatments. Sun protection is a must to prevent issues from recurring.
  • Lasers and phototherapy treatments are second-line treatments, while a proper skin care regimen should serve as the primary treatment. Results will be limited if proper skin care is not being utilized.
  • For those with melasma and rosacea, heat must be avoided to prevent flare ups. This includes saunas, hot tubs, hot baths, hot yoga, sun exposure, etc. A physical sunscreen should also be used rather than a chemical sunscreen to avoid heating of the skin.
  • Most clients require 3 or more treatments to see substantial results. Some clients require several.
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Before appointment

  • Avoid extended sun exposure, i.e. beach, travel to sunny locations, outdoor sports, and sunbathing.
  • Avoid the use of tanning beds, self-tanners, and spray tans.
  • For incidental sun exposure, please be sure to use sunscreen daily leading up to your appointment.
  • Please let us know if any medical provider has ordered Accutane for you in the past 6 months.
  • Please let us know if you have any medical conditions or are taking any medications that might sensitize you to light, affect wound healing, or affect coagulation.
  • Only use gentle cleansers and keep your skin moisturized for the two weeks prior to your appointment. Avoid using any skin care products or creams that may make your skin irritated or sensitive at the time of your treatment.
  • Let us know if you have a history of cold sores so we can determine if you require prophylactic treatment prior to your appointment.

Please read these instructions in full to ensure you are not missing important information. Following pre-care will not only reduce the chances of complications and speed healing time, but will also product better results.

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PRFM

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For one week before treatment

  • Begin avoiding blood-thinning medications, foods, and supplements (unless they are prescribed to treat a health condition) to reduce chances of bruising and swelling.
  • Blood-thinning items include:
    • Advil, Ibuprofen, and Motrin
    • Almonds/Almond milk
    • Fish oil
    • Garlic
    • Ginger
    • Green Tea
    • Salmon
    • Sushi
    • Workout supplements & other supplements
  • If you usually use pain relievers, please use Tylenol and have it on hand as it does not thin blood. Of course, please avoid Tylenol if it is contraindicated with any of your medical conditions or medications.
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For three days before treatment

  • Do not consume any alcohol.
  • Take Arnica (unless you are allergic or it is contraindicated with any medications/medical conditions you have, including high blood pressure). Arnica can be purchased in our office, at Vitamin Shoppe, or on Amazon. Please follow the directions on the label and do not take it if it is contraindicated with any of your medications/medical conditions.
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Do not come on an empty stomach. Please arrive ready for treatment (clean face, no makeup, hair secured away from the face).

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Peels

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  • While the Perfect Derma and Stimulator peels does not require any specialized pre-conditioning, it cannot be applied over inflamed or sunburned skin. Please avoid having sunburned or irritated skin at the time of your appointment.
  • Chemical peels are second-line treatments, while a proper skin care regimen should serve as the primary treatment. Results will be limited if proper skin care is not being utilized.
  • For those with melasma and rosacea, heat must be avoided to prevent flare ups. This includes saunas, hot tubs, hot baths, hot yoga, sun exposure, etc. A physical sunscreen should also be used rather than a chemical sunscreen to avoid heating of the skin
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For one week before treatment

Avoid laser hair removal, electrolysis, waxing, and the use of depilatory creams for at least one week prior to your appointment.

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For five days before treatment

  • Mark your calendar to discontinue the use of all skin care products except for ZO gentle cleanser, Daily Power Defense, and sunscreen at least 5 days prior to your peel.
    • It is especially important that you discontinue any topical retinoids, tretinoin, alpha hydroxy acids, beta hydroxy acids, benzoyl peroxide, or other potentially irritating products so that your skin is not irritated at the time of your peel. If you are prescribed any skin care products, please contact your prescribing physician before stopping them abruptly.
    • If you are prescribed any skin care products, please contact your prescribing physician before stopping them abruptly.
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For three days before treatment

  • Please ensure your skin has completely healed from any procedures, such as IPL, lasers, or microdermabrasion, before having your peel. If you are not fully healed from another procedure at least 3 days prior to your peel, please contact our office.
  • If you have a history of herpes infection (cold sores), you will need to start an anti-viral medication 1 day prior to this peel and continue taking it for the full prescribed course. If you need a prescription, please contact us a few days prior to your peel.

Please read these instructions in full to ensure you are not missing important information. Following pre-care will not only reduce the chances of complications and speed healing time, but will also product better results.

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After your treatment has fully settled, please reach out by phone (610-393-1253), by text (484-705-2312), or email and let us know if there is anything we can do to improve your results or experience.

Sun-sensitizing medications

Sulfa antibiotics, such as Bactrim or Septra (sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim)

  • Thiazide diuretics, such as hydrochlorothiazide and chlorthalidone
  • Sulfonylurea drugs for diabetes, such as glyburide and glipizide
  • Other drugs containing sulfur and sulfur components

Drugs intended to enhance sun sensitivity and/or pigmentation

  • Psoralens, such as PABA
  • Other drugs intended to increase sun sensitivity and/or pigmentation

Tetracycline antibiotics

  • Tetracycline
  • Doxycycline (Doryx)
  • Minocycline (Minocin)
  • Other tetracycline antibiotics

Erythromycin antibiotics

  • EES (Erythromycin)
  • Azithromycin (Zithromax)
  • Clarithromycin (Biaxin)

Those who use anticoagulation medications or regularly use high doses of aspirin will experience more bruising than is typical and will require additional healing time.

Always consult with your prescribing physician if you take any prescription or over the counter medication to ensure that there is no increased risk of skin sensitivity or damage as a result of laser treatment.