Please notify Nuance Aesthetics if you have had:
- Major dental work (excluding routine cleanings) within two weeks before or after your scheduled injection.
- Any recent cosmetic, surgical, or laser procedures.
- Any recent illness.
If you have facial hair, please arrive clean-shaven (neck area) for treatment.
To minimize bruising and swelling:
- Avoid blood thinners (with approval from your primary care provider) one week before treatment, including Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Aleve, Motrin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Garlic, Ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Ginkgo biloba, and Primrose oil.
- Avoid alcohol for 1–2 days before treatment.
- Plan procedures 2–3 weeks before important events to allow for full healing.
- Arnica is optional to help reduce bruising.
- If possible, arrive with a clean face, free of makeup.
- Kybella is not recommended if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or leaving town within five days of treatment.
- Redness and swelling are normal and may last a few days to a week.
- Swelling may take time to appear, often becoming noticeable a few days after treatment. Some patients describe a "bullfrog-like" swelling under the chin—this is expected.
- Numbness in the treated area may last weeks to months.
- Tenderness and discomfort are common during this time.
Care & Restrictions:
- Do not rub the treated area.
- Gently clean the area twice daily with a mild face wash.
- Avoid skincare irritants (e.g., glycolic acid, retinoids) until redness and swelling subside.
- Apply cool compresses/ice for 15 minutes per hour to help with swelling and comfort.
- Avoid aspirin, St. John’s Wort, and high doses of vitamin E for one week.
- Tylenol is safe to take for discomfort.
- Refrain from strenuous exercise and alcohol for 24 hours after treatment.
- Try to sleep upright for the first 48 hours to reduce pressure on the treated area.
- Avoid major dental work (excluding routine cleanings) for two weeks post-treatment.
Contact Nuance Aesthetics immediately if you experience:
- Severe or prolonged pain, redness, swelling, bruising, or lumpiness.
- Signs of infection.
- Changes in skin color (blanching, whitening, darkening, or blackening).
- Trouble swallowing.
- Uneven smile or difficulty moving the mouth/chin.
Call the office at 801.557.5200 with any questions or concerns.
