TREATMENT TIME: 30-60 Minutes, depending on the treatment area and the number of syringes.
ANESTHETIC: Topical Numbing, Injectable Numbing, Lidocaine in the Filler, Vibrating T-Bar, Ice, and/or Dental Block.
RECOVERY TIME: 2 weeks for swelling, bruising, and tenderness to subside (in some cases 2-4 weeks for swelling/inflammation to subside).
NOTICEABLE RESULTS: Immediately with some swelling (often asymmetric swelling). Peak results are seen about 2-4 weeks after swelling subsides. Swelling will become more pronounced before it gets better.
NUMBER OF TREATMENTS NEEDED: Depends on the patient's desired results and the provider's recommendations. Refer to consultation.
PRE CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- If okayed by your healthcare provider, do not take any blood thinning medications such as, Ibuprofen, Advil, Vitamin E, Fish oil, Excedrin, Aleve, etc. for at least two weeks prior to your treatments
- Avoid alcohol for at least two days prior to your appointment. This will help reduce the bleeding, bruising, and swelling during and after your injections.
- Stay hydrated and avoid coming in on an empty stomach.
- We recommend taking Arnica tablets 2-3 days before your treatment to reduce the risk of bruising.
POST CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Avoid strenuous or high-heat activity for 48 hours after treatment.
- Stay well-hydrated.
- If okayed by your healthcare provider, avoid taking any blood thinning medications (listed above) for at least 6 hours after treatment
- We recommend taking Arnica tablets 5-7 days after your treatment to reduce the risk of bruising.
- You may take an antihistamine (like Benadryl or Claritin) for the next few days to decrease inflammatory response.
- Watch skin for any unusual discoloration or bruising. Alert the Rise team immediately if you notice anything unusual.
- Avoid wearing makeup for 24 hours.
- Sleeping with your head elevated can limit swelling.
- Avoid aggressive facial massage for 48 hours.
