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Pre -Post Care Aesthetics

After your appointment:

  • You may resume normal activity immediately after treatment.
  • Results are immediate but may take up to 4 weeks to fully settle.
  • Schedule a follow-up in 4 weeks for any needed refinement.
  • Filler longevity varies (12 months–5 years) based on product and area.
  • Expect a follow-up call or text the day after treatment.
  • Seek medical help immediately for: vision changes, severe pain, unusual bruising or color changes, chest pain, or breathing issues.

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

After your appointment: 

  • Remain upright for 4 hours post-treatment.
  • Avoid rubbing, massaging, or applying pressure to the area for the day.
  • No makeup for 1 hour.
  • No strenuous exercise for the rest of the day.
  • You may resume normal activity tomorrow.
  • Results may begin around day 3, with full effect by 10–14 days.
  • Follow-up in 2 weeks may be needed for refinement.
  • Effects typically last 3–6 months.

 

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

After your appointment:

Expect:

  • Swelling
  • Bruising
  • Numbness under chin
  • Ice for 20 minutes/hour for the first 24 hours
  • Take Tylenol for pain; avoid NSAIDs (Motrin/Ibuprofen)
  • Avoid pressure, massaging, or manipulating the area for 48 hours
  • No products on the area for 24 hours
  • Avoid vigorous exercise for 24 hours
  • Wear chin strap 72 hours post-treatment and continue until next appointment

Next appointment:

  • Schedule 30–45 days post-treatment

Contact provider immediately if you experience:

  • Uneven smile
  • Facial weakness
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Open sores
  • Blackening skin
  • Persistent bleeding

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

Before your appointment:

  • Do not take NSAIDs (Motrin, Aleve, Aspirin) for 2 weeks as it can impair regeneration; you may take Tylenol instead  
  • Eat a diet rich in protein, antioxidants, and vitamin C/Zinc 
  • Avoid harsh topicals such as retinols, acids, and scrubs for 3-5 days  
  • Avoid alcohol for 2 weeks as it can impair tissue healing and reduce blood flow 

After your appointment: 

  • Avoid touching or rubbing the treated area for 24 hours. 
  • Do not apply makeup or hair products (depending on the area) for at least 12 hours. 
  • Avoid sun exposure, strenuous exercise, saunas, or hot showers for 24–48 hours. 
  • Use gentle skin or scalp care products as recommended. 
  • Do not take NSAIDs (Motrin, Aleve, Aspirin) for 2 weeks as it can impair regeneration; you may take Tylenol instead  
  • Eat a diet rich in protein, antioxidants, and vitamin C/Zinc 
  • Avoid harsh topicals such as retinols, acids, and scrubs for 3-5 days  
  • Avoid alcohol for 2 weeks as it can impair tissue healing and reduce blood flow  

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

Before your appointment:

  • Limit caffeine, alcohol, ibuprofen, fish oils and omegas 24 hour before, and 24 hours after treatment to limit risk of bruising   
  • Start arnica tablets 5 days prior to treatment to reduce risk of bruising  

After your appointment: 

  • Avoid excessive exercise, or exposure to heat (hot tub, sauna, red light therapy mask) for 24 hours post treatment  
  • Continue with arnica tablets or arnica gel at areas of bruising to speed up the healing process 
  • Avoid makeup if you can for 6-12 hours; this will not harm your results but can cause bacterial zits at insertion sites if applied too soon 
  • Massage the treated area for 5 minutes, 5 times per day, for 5 days post treatment. This is to ensure proper spread and reduce the risk of nodules.  
  • Avoid icing post treatment  

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

Pre Care PRF/PRF EZ Gel 

  • Limit caffeine, alcohol, ibuprofen, fish oils and omegas 24 hour before, and 24 hours after treatment to limit risk of bruising   
  • Start arnica tablets 5 days prior to treatment to reduce risk of bruising 
  • Ensure proper hydration 72 hours prior to treatment for ease of blood draw and adequate supply  
  • Ensure proper dinner or breakfast consumed day prior to treatment 

Post Care PRF/PRF EZ GEL 

  • Avoid excessive exercise, or exposure to heat (hot tub, sauna, red light therapy mask) for 24 hours post treatment 
  • Continue with arnica tablets or arnica gel at areas of bruising to speed up the healing process 
  • Avoid vigorously rubbing or touching treated area for up to 72 hours 
  • Avoid applying ice or any cold compress to area for 72 hours (swelling is expected post treatment)  

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

Pre Care Hylenex  

  • Limit caffeine, alcohol, ibuprofen, fish oils and omegas 24 hour before, and 24 hours after treatment to limit risk of bruising   
  • Start arnica tablets 5 days prior to treatment to reduce risk of bruising 

Post Care Hylenex 

  • Avoid excessive exercise, or exposure to heat (hot tub, sauna, red light therapy mask) for 24 hours post treatment 
  • Continue with arnica tablets or arnica gel at areas of bruising to speed up the healing process 
  • Massage treated areas 1-2 times a day with mild to moderate pressure for up to 5 days to ensure spread and breakdown of the hyaluronic acid  
  • Excessive swelling for the first 12 hours is normal 

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

  • You may resume normal activity immediately after treatment.
  • Results are immediate but may take up to 4 weeks to fully settle.
  • Schedule a follow-up in 4 weeks for any needed refinement.
  • Filler longevity varies (12 months–5 years) based on product and area.
  • Expect a follow-up call or text the day after treatment.
  • Seek medical help immediately for: vision changes, severe pain, unusual bruising or color changes, chest pain, or breathing issues.

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

  • Remain upright for 4 hours post-treatment.
  • Avoid rubbing, massaging, or applying pressure to the area for the day.
  • No makeup for 1 hour.
  • No strenuous exercise for the rest of the day.
  • You may resume normal activity tomorrow.
  • Results may begin around day 3, with full effect by 10–14 days.
  • Follow-up in 2 weeks may be needed for refinement.
  • Effects typically last 3–6 months.

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

Expect:

  • Swelling
  • Bruising
  • Numbness under chin

Care:

  • Ice for 20 minutes/hour for the first 24 hours
  • Take Tylenol for pain; avoid NSAIDs (Motrin/Ibuprofen)
  • Avoid pressure, massaging, or manipulating the area for 48 hours
  • No products on the area for 24 hours
  • Avoid vigorous exercise for 24 hours
  • Wear chin strap 72 hours post-treatment and continue until next appointment

Next appointment:

  • Schedule 30–45 days post-treatment

Contact provider immediately if you experience:

  • Uneven smile
  • Facial weakness
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Open sores
  • Blackening skin
  • Persistent bleeding

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

PRE-Treatment Care:

  • Do not take NSAIDs (Motrin, Aleve, Aspirin) for 2 weeks as it can impair regeneration; you may take Tylenol instead 
  • Eat a diet rich in protein, antioxidants, and vitamin C/Zinc
  • Avoid harsh topicals such as retinols, acids, and scrubs for 3-5 days 
  • Avoid alcohol for 2 weeks as it can impair tissue healing and reduce blood flow

POST-Treatment Care

  • Avoid touching or rubbing the treated area for 24 hours.
  • Do not apply makeup or hair products (depending on the area) for at least 12 hours.
  • Avoid sun exposure, strenuous exercise, saunas, or hot showers for 24–48 hours.
  • Use gentle skin or scalp care products as recommended.
  • Do not take NSAIDs (Motrin, Aleve, Aspirin) for 2 weeks as it can impair regeneration; you may take Tylenol instead 
  • Eat a diet rich in protein, antioxidants, and vitamin C/Zinc
  • Avoid harsh topicals such as retinols, acids, and scrubs for 3-5 days Avoid alcohol for 2 weeks as it can impair tissue healing and reduce blood flow

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

Pre Care for Sculptra  

  • Limit caffeine, alcohol, ibuprofen, fish oils and omegas 24 hour before, and 24 hours after treatment to limit risk of bruising  
  • Start arnica tablets 5 days prior to treatment to reduce risk of bruising 

Post Care for Sculptra 

  • Avoid excessive exercise, or exposure to heat (hot tub, sauna, red light therapy mask) for 24 hours post treatment 
  • Continue with arnica tablets or arnica gel at areas of bruising to speed up the healing process
  • Avoid makeup if you can for 6-12 hours; this will not harm your results but can cause bacterial zits at insertion sites if applied too soon
  • Massage the treated area for 5 minutes, 5 times per day, for 5 days post treatment. This is to ensure proper spread and reduce the risk of nodules. Avoid icing post treatment 

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

Pre Care PRF/PRF EZ Gel 

  • Limit caffeine, alcohol, ibuprofen, fish oils and omegas 24 hour before, and 24 hours after treatment to limit risk of bruising  
  • Start arnica tablets 5 days prior to treatment to reduce risk of bruising
  • Ensure proper hydration 72 hours prior to treatment for ease of blood draw and adequate supply 
  • Ensure proper dinner or breakfast consumed day prior to treatment

Post Care PRF/PRF EZ GEL 

  • Avoid excessive exercise, or exposure to heat (hot tub, sauna, red light therapy mask) for 24 hours post treatment
  • Continue with arnica tablets or arnica gel at areas of bruising to speed up the healing process
  • Avoid vigorously rubbing or touching treated area for up to 72 hoursAvoid applying ice or any cold compress to area for 72 hours (swelling is expected post treatment) 

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

Pre Care Hylenex  

  • Limit caffeine, alcohol, ibuprofen, fish oils and omegas 24 hour before, and 24 hours after treatment to limit risk of bruising  
  • Start arnica tablets 5 days prior to treatment to reduce risk of bruising

Post Care Hylenex 

  • Avoid excessive exercise, or exposure to heat (hot tub, sauna, red light therapy mask) for 24 hours post treatment
  • Continue with arnica tablets or arnica gel at areas of bruising to speed up the healing process
  • Massage treated areas 1-2 times a day with mild to moderate pressure for up to 5 days to ensure spread and breakdown of the hyaluronic acid Excessive swelling for the first 12 hours is normal

Questions? Call us during business hours at 616-741-2364 After hours: 616-741-6608 Emergencies: Seek immediate care at the nearest ER.

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