PRP Face Rejuvenation - Pre + Post Care Instructions
PRP FACIAL REJUVENATION Pre-Care Instructions:
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Do Not take Aspirin, unless prescribed, for at least 1 week before the procedure. For optimal results and to decrease the chance of bruising at the draw site, please avoid all non-prescribed blood thinning medications and herbal supplements for 1 week prior to your appointment. Avoid taking non-prescribed Fish oil, Aspirin, and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS) such as Ibuprofen, Motrin and Aleve. Please notify your provider if you are taking Coumadin, Plavix, or any other blood thinners for any medical conditions.
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AVOID ALCOHOLIC beverages the day before your treatment, as they can cause dehydration, and increase the risk of bruising.
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Diet before Procedure: You should have a light meal before arriving at the office and avoid caffeine.
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HYDRATE: You should drink at least 8 glasses of water 24 hours before your treatment and at least 12 ounces of water the morning of your treatment. Failure to come hydrated may result in suboptimal blood draw.
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If we are unable to draw your blood because you did not properly hydrate, then your appointment may be rescheduled and subject to cancellation fees.
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Avoid makeup, retinoids, glycolic acids, vitamin C products for 1 week before your procedure.
PRP FACIAL REJUVENATION Post-Care Instructions:
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For 3 days after the procedure:
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DO NOT apply makeup
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DO NOT touch the injection site, except for gentle cleansing
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DO NOT swim or undertake in any strenuous exercise
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DO NOT expose yourself to long periods in the sun
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DO NOT sit in a sauna, hot tub, or Jacuzzi
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DO NOT expose yourself to extreme hot or cold temperatures, or to large swings in temperature
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Use only gentle skin care products to wash the treated area for the first 3 days such as Cetaphil gentle cleanser. After that you can resume normal skin care.
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Oxygenetix post procedure makeup with sunscreen is recommended as coverup makeup (if needed post-procedure).
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For treatments involving the face or lip area:
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DO NOT drink very hot or cold beverages for 3 days.
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DO NOT undergo other cosmetic treatments such as chemical peels, laser treatments, etc. for at least one month.
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Post care for topical application of PRP (combined with microneedling or laser)
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DO NOT wash your skin for 5 hours after treatment.
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DO NOT swim or undertake in any strenuous exercise or activity that may cause sweating for 5 hours;
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DO NOT expose yourself to the sun for 5 hours.
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For best results and efficacy: We recommend a series of 3-6 treatments administered at 6-8 week intervals. You may notice immediate as well as longer term improvements in your skin.