Injectables
What are cosmetic injectables?
Cosmetic injectables are used for a variety of reasons to help you meet your beauty goals. This can include reducing signs of aging, eliminating areas of fat, filling or lifting areas to reshape your face and also restore hair loss.
Botox®
With the help of Botox®, you can temporarily reduce moderate to severe frown lines, crow's feet around the eyes and forehead lines. It delivers predictable and subtle results, effectively eliminating facial lines. Effects of Botox® can take up to two weeks to see, and in most cases require additional treatments and continued use to prevent new wrinkles from forming.
Botox® can also be used to treat hyperhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis is a condition causing one to excessively sweat. Whether it be under the arms or palm of the hands, we can help! Our licensed nurse will inject the solution into the area of treatment. You will notice visibly less sweat after the first treatment. Follow up appointments are recommended as this treatment is effective in reducing sweat for about 6 months.
Pre Care
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Avoid herbal supplements such as Ginko, green tea and anti-inflammatories of any kind for 2 weeks before treatment to limit bruising.
Post Care
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Do not exfoliate treated area the same day as treatment.
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For the first 5-6 hours following Botox, remain upright and periodically perform facial movements in the areas of injections in order to work the Botox into the muscle - e.g., smile, squint, etc.
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Do not participate in activities that include heavy lifting, vigorous exercise or straining for 2-3 hours (it takes approximately 2-3 hours for Botox to bind to the nerve and you do not want to increase circulation during that time).
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Do not rub, touch, or manipulate Botox for 6 hours.
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Make-up may be applied gently the day after treatment.
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Bruising in the area injected is normal and often expected, especially if treated around the eyes. Bruising can last up to several weeks.
Fillers
Dermal fillers plump tissue, restore lost volume, create a natural “lift”, and aesthetically enhance cheeks, lips, hands, under eye, etc. Fillers also help will reducing wrinkles thus giving your face a smoother appearence. Immediate results that can last for up to nine to twelve months.
Pre Care
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Avoid Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, St. John's Wort, oral Vitamin E, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) in the 24 hours prior to your treatment.
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If you are prone to cold sores (oral herpes simplex), take your prescribed medication (Famvir, Famciclovir, Valtrex, Valacyclovir, Acyclovir) as prescribed in the 24 hours prior to your treatment.
Post Care
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Avoid applying pressure or touching the treated area for six (6) hours after the procedure. The area can then be gently washed with a cleanser and water.
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Avoid vigorous scrubs, exfoliation or facial treatment in the area of treatment for 72 hours.
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Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or UV/tanning beds for 72 hours after the procedure.
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Avoid manipulation of the area following the injection unless specifically instructed otherwise by your healthcare practitioner.
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For pain/discomfort, use cool packs and over-the-counter analgesics (Acetaminophen, Tylenol).
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Bruising in the area injected is normal and often expected, especially if treated around the eyes. Bruising can last up to several weeks.
Growth Factors and Hair Restoration
Repair your skin on a cellular level using Growth Factors collected from your own blood. These growth factors help increase the rebuilding of tissue by stimulating new collagen and blood vessel to form. This will result in softer skin, smoother appearance and even skin tone. The growth factors collected from your own blood can also help with hair regeneration. Growth Factors are re-injected into the scalp to stimulate hair growth. This treatment can help anyone experiencing hair loss from androgenic alopecia and pattern baldness. Visible changes can be seen after 2 to 3 treatments. Patients will notice less shedding and hair regrowth.
Pre Care
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Do not wash or apply any styling product to your hair the day of treatment.
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Discontinue use of anti-inflammatory drugs such as: Aspirin, Motrin (or any other Ibuprofen drugs) 3 days before your treatment.
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If you are or have been on Systemic use of Corticosteroids (steroids) within 2 weeks of treatment, we cannot treat you. Consult your physician for approval to discontinue use of steroids and receive treatment.
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Discontinue use of any other blood thinning agents such as: Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Gingko Biloba, Garlic, Flax Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Essential Fatty Acids (EFA's and DHA's) etc. 3 days before and after treatment to minimize bruising and bleeding.
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It is recommended that you avoid: Alcohol, caffeine, Niacin supplement, spicy foods, and cigarettes 3 days before and after your treatment.
Post Care
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Do not wash or take a shower for at least 6 hours after your treatment.
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You may resume styling product after 24 hours of treatment.
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Avoid swimming, hot tubs, saunas, and exercising the same day as your treatment.
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Do not exfoliate treated area the same day as treatment.
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Do not touch, press, rub, or manipulate the treated area for at least 8 hours after your treatment.
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If you experience discomfort or pain you may take Tylenol or other Acetaminophen products.
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You may apply Ice to the injected areas for 20-30 minutes after the procedure but we would prefer if you can refrain from this.
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Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and cigarettes same day as your treatment.
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Drink at least 2 liters of water each day of the treatment for at least 3 days. (Fiji water is recommended due to its high content of Silica)
Belkyra (Kybella)
Belkyra (Kybella) is an injection used to eliminate fat underneath the chin, or as commonly known "the double chin". A synthetic form of deoxycholic acid, which is naturally found in the body, is used to break down the fat cells. After the fat cells have broken down, they will be absorbed by the body and excreted. Most clients will need 2 to 4 treatments to eliminate all the fat cells. The good news is once all the fat cell have been dissolved no further treatment is required.