ANTI-WRINKLE AFTERCARE

• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours
• Avoid Ibuprofen, aspirin and fish oil unless advised to take by Dr.
• Avoid excessively hot showers for 24 hours
• Do not touch or massage the area
• A cold pack can be applied to the area gently for 20 minutes per area for pain/bruising/swelling
• Do not touch/massage the treatment area for 5 hours
• Avoid makeup for 12 hours
• Contact us urgently if you have any of the following:
• Increasing or persistent pain
• Skin discolouration e.g., blanching (white discolouration) of the skin or excessive bruising
• Increasing skin redness, swelling or ulceration, rashes including pustules or pimples following dermal filler
• Seek immediate medical attention (and advise the doctor to contact us) if you have any of the following
• Vision impairment
• Difficulty breathing swallowing
• Significant weakness
• Severe allergy (progressing rash, breathing difficulty, progressive drowsiness, facial airway swelling)
• IF UNSURE PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP ON (03) 8779 8680 All Hours and leave a message we will get back to you promptly

FILLER AFTERCARE

• Avoid extensive sun/heat exposure for 7 days
• Avoid saunas for two weeks
• Avoid makeup for 24 hours
• Do not undergo any dental treatment for 2 weeks unless strongly medically indicated Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours
• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours
• Avoid Ibuprofen, aspirin and fish oil unless advised to take by Dr.
• Avoid excessively hot showers for 24 hours
• Do not touch or massage the area
• A cold pack can be applied to the area gently for 20 minutes per area for pain/bruising/swelling
• Filler at times can be firm or have lumps for up to two months. As long as these lumps are not visible and are becoming softer each week leave them to settle on their own
• Contact us urgently if you have any of the following:
• Increasing or persistent pain
• Skin discolouration e.g. blanching (white discolouration) of the skin or excessive bruising
• Increasing skin redness, swelling or ulceration, rashes including pustules or pimples following dermal filler
• Seek immediate medical attention (and advise the doctor to contact us) if you have any of the following
• Vision impairment
• Difficulty breathing swallowing
• Significant weakness
• Severe allergy (progressing rash, breathing difficulty, progressive drowsiness, facial airway swelling)
• IF UNSURE PLEASE CONTACT the team at (03) 8779 8760 and leave a message someone will get back to you promptly

ELLANSE AFTERCARE

• Do not touch or massage the area
• Side effects that you may experience are: swelling, localised redness at the injection site, itching and tenderness immediately after the treatment. These reactions are normal and will generally resolve by themselves within a few days.
• Bruising may be reduced with the application of ice packs immediately following treatment. The application of vitamin K cream or arnica gel may also be used to speed up the resolution of bruising.
• Avoid applying make-up to the treated area(s) for the first 24 hours after treatment, however after this, make-up can be applied as normal.
• Do not undergo major dental procedures for 3-4 weeks following treatment.
• Avoid vigorous exercise for 3 days after treatment and avoid exposure to extreme heat or cold for 48 hours after treatment.

When can I expect to see the results?

It is important to wait until any injection-related symptoms have resolved to see the results. Over the course of a few months, ELLANSÉ will stimulate your body’s natural collagen production for the lasting correction of wrinkles and aging signs or conditions.

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SILHOUETTE SOFT AFTERCARE

• Apply make-up gently after 24 hours.
• Avoid over-exposure to direct sunlight and do not use tanning beds (2 weeks)
• Avoid facial massages and facial aesthetic treatments (4 weeks).
• Avoid sports, in particular high impact sports e.g. running (2 weeks).
• Do not use saunas and hammams (3 weeks).
• Avoid dental surgery (3 weeks).
• Avoid excessive facial movements (2 weeks).
• IF UNSURE PLEASE CONTACT the team at (03) 8779 8760 and leave a message someone will get back to you promptly

PRP AFTERCARE

• During the first 24-48 hours after treatment you will experience redness, swelling and tenderness in the treated areas. These responses are normal and resolve quickly and spontaneously over the next 2-4 days. You can apply light water-based or mineral makeup where necessary. Drink plenty of cold water for 48 hours after the procedure. Bruising at the site of injection is also common and clears completely in 1-10 days
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, hot drinks and spicy food for 24 hours, as these may exacerbate bruising and swelling.
• Avoid medications such as aspirin or nurofen for 1-2 weeks as they are blood thinning agents and may exacerbate bruising (if these medications have been advised by your GP please check with your GP before stopping them)
• Avoid supplements such as multivitamins, fish oils, glucosamine and Vitamin B or Vitamin E, which are blood thinning agents and may exacerbate bruising for 1-2 weeks (if these supplements have been advised by your GP please check with your GP before stopping them)
• Avoid exercise/exertion for 24 hours
• Avoid excess sun exposure or solarium use for 24 hours
• Apply ice frequently as required to the area injected for up to 6 hours after the treatment. This will prevent or help to alleviate any bruising. It will also help to reduce any swelling. You can use Arnica cream and arnica tablets (present in your aftercare pack or available for purchase from the clinic) to help alleviate any bruising.
• NOTE: bruises can last 1-10 days. They are TEMPORARY and will completely disappear over time with no effect on your treatment.
• Do not massage any area treated with PRP if you have also had anti-wrinkle injected in the same area
• IF UNSURE PLEASE CONTACT the team at (03) 8779 8760 and leave a message someone will get back to you promptly

MOLE/LESION AFTERCARE

How to Care For Your Stitches

• Keep the area dry for 24 hours
• After this time, gently wash closely around the site without washing or pulling the stitches Dry the site with a clean towel
• Apply a topical antibiotic to the site.
• If the area was bandaged, replace the bandage or leave it open to the air, as recommended by your dermatologist.
• Keep the site clean and dry, washing it twice daily until it has healed.

How to Care For an Open Wound

If you have an open wound, you may need to keep a dressing over it or leave it out to the air, depending on your skin specialist’s directives. In both cases, the site must be washed and dried at least once daily. To prevent the wound from scabbing prematurely, your doctor may suggest coating the area lightly with an antibiotic ointment.

5 Things to Avoid After Mole Removal

What you don’t do following your mole removal is just as important as what you do after this minor surgery. During your recovery, you should avoid:

• Shaving at or near the site
• Strenuous activity
• Using any skin cleansers, peroxide or other irritants
• Prolonged exposure to water
• Medications that may cause bleeding

In addition, you must contact Dr Saber immediately if you have any of the following after your
treatment:

• Fever
• Unusual or prolonged pain
• Redness or discharge of pus
• Re-opening of the wound
• Stitches that have come out prematurely
• Reappearance of the mole after removal

IF UNSURE PLEASE CONTACT the team at (03) 8779 8760 and leave a message someone will get back to you promptly

BELKYRA – FAT DISSOLVING AFTERCARE

• The injected area will become jiggly, will peak on days 3-4 and will resolve as your body clears away the fat cells
• The first treatment requires one to two vials of medication ($600/vial) depending on the size of the treatment area
• Most patients require three treatments to be satisfied with the results
• Swelling is a sign the medication is working, and less swelling occurs at future treatments
• For 90 minutes, do not apply makeup over the injected area (risk of infection)
• Only touch the injected area with clean hands, clean makeup tools, and clean towels
• Apply a cold compress for 5 mins x 5 times a day x 5 days
• For 24-48 hours, avoid alcohol, strenuous exercise, and exposure to UV radiation, high heat environments (e.g. sauna, steam room, tanning beds, hot showers) or risk worsening swelling and discomfort
• For two weeks, avoid anything that irritates or requires heavy pressure on the skin of the treated area
• Wait three months before receiving another Belkyra treatment
• Common side effects include (but are not limited to): pain, redness, swelling, temporary bumps, firmness, itching, bruising, tenderness, warmth, tingling
• Rare but more serious side effects include: nodules, itchy skin, tight skin, warm skin, headache, throat pain, skin ulceration, high blood pressure, nausea, difficulty swallowing, bleeding, discolouration at the injection site, swollen lymph nodes, temporary nerve injury resulting in an altered smile
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