Set yourself up for great results. Below you’ll find clear, step-by-step tips for what to do before and after your appointment at Highland Park Aesthetics in Dallas.
We cover injectables (anti-wrinkle, fillers, Sculptra), microneedling, and chemical peels—what to expect, what to avoid, and when you can get back to normal routines. If anything is unclear, we’re here to help.
PRE-PROCEDURE
- Avoid alcohol 24 hours prior to treatment.
- Avoid aspirin or other blood thinners for 3 days prior to treatment.
- Accutane (Isotretinoin) must be discontinued 6 months prior to your treatment.
- Please try to come in with no make up on - or when you arrive please ask the front desk for the bathroom to wash your face with a gentle cleanse.
- Please plan your exerciese BEFORE your treatment as you can't exercise 24 hours after treatment.
- Please plan your facial services BEFORE your treatment as you can't get facials for 7-14 days after your tox appointment.
POST-PROCEDURE
- Bruising and soreness may occur at the injection site and is normal.
- Swelling and redness may occur for the first 24-48 hours and is normal.
- Minor asymmetry of muscle movement is normal for the first 7-14 days. WE ASK THAT YOU REACH OUT FOR ASYMETRY CORRECTION AFTER DAY 14.
- No exercise, alcohol or heat/sun exposure for the first 24 hours.
- No laying down for 4 hours after treatment.
- Avoid facials, peels, etc. for 24 hours.
- Refrain from rubbing or massaging the area because pressure can move the medication to a different muscle site.
- It takes 14 days for neuromodulators effect to set in.
- If there is still movement after day 14, you are welcome to come in for a touch up.
- Touch ups for additional units are available at an additional cost.
If you have any questions or concerns contact the Clinic.