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New Year, New You with Dermal Fillers
The new year is a time when we begin to think about what we’d like to change about ourselves. Oftentimes, those changes start with our appearance. Whether it’s working out, eating healthier, or a pledge for better self-care, the new year provides time for a mindful pause to plan how to look and feel our very best. January is a popular time of year to look into various kinds of treatments tailored to the season of life you’re in. A lot of our patients who are starting to notice fine lines and wrinkles start with Botox, while other men and women need more help to rejuvenate their look and keep their competitive edge. For those patients, we offer a range of treatments based on their
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Post-Treatment Instructions for Dysport and Botox Treatment
As you leave the office, you might notice slight redness or swelling at the injection sites, but it should cease within a few hours. You may notice some slight bruising for a couple of days. This is common and it will gradually disappear. Please follow these instructions carefully after each
Filler Aftercare Instructions
Immediately after treatment, there may be slight redness, swelling, tenderness and an itching sensation in the treated area. This is a normal result of the injection.It is temporary and generally disappears in a few days. Please call the office if swelling or redness persists beyond 3 days. Please follow these
Photodynamic Therapy Post-Treatment Instructions
Please follow these instructions carefully after the treatment: Avoid sunlight both direct (outdoors) and indirect (through car, office and home windows) for 36 hours Avoid bright indoor lighting for 36 hours. Wear protective clothing and sunblock during any direct or indirect light, but remember avoidance is recommended. IF YOU FEEL
What to Expect Following CryoSurgery “Freezing”
What is Cryosurgery? Cryosurgery is a technique for removing skin lesions that primarily involve the surface of the skin, such as warts, seborrheic keratosis, or actinic keratosis. It is a quick method of removing the lesions with minimal scarring. The liquid nitrogen needs to be applied long enough to freeze
How to Care for Your Skin After Mohs Surgery
Proper aftercare is essential for a smooth recovery and minimal scarring. Here is exactly what you need to do to care for your wound in the days ahead: Keep the pressure dressing on for 24 hours and keep the area dry. After surgery, go home and rest. No exercise or
What to Expect (and Do) After Your Skin Surgery
SURGICAL SITE SORENESS It is normal to have soreness around the site once the local numbing has worn off. Please avoid using Motrin, Advil or other anti-inflammatories that will thin your blood causing more bleeding. You may use Tylenol if needed. But there will be very little to no active
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