Botox
Dr. Brooks offers Botox for skin rejuvenation. View this page for more information. You can also learn more about cosmetic injections here.
Botox Pre and Post Care Instructions
Botox/Dysport/Xeomin Pre-& Post-Treatment Instructions
Pre -Treatment Instructions:
- 24 hours before: Do not drink alcoholic beverages to avoid extra bruising.
- 3 days before treatment:
- AVOID topical products such as Tretinoin (Retin-A), Retinols, Retinoids, Glycolic Acid, Alpha Hydroxy Acid, or other anti aging products.
- AVOID waxing, bleaching, tweezing or the use of hair removal creams on the area to be treated.
- 7 days before treatment (to help prevent bruising):
- AVOID blood-thinning over-the-counter medications such as ASA/Aspirin, Motrin, Advil/Ibuprofen and Naproxen/Alleve.
- AVOID herbal supplements, such as Garlic, Ginseng, Vitamin E, Ginkgo Biloba, St. John’s Wort and Omega-3 capsules.
- 14 days before: AVOID: chemical peels, micro-dermabrasion, or laser treatments
- Inform Dr. Brooks/ Nurse: Kara/ Nurse: Amanda if you have a history of Perioral Herpes (Cold Sores). They will recommend you see your family doctor to receive advice on antiviral therapy before your cosmetic treatment, as they can’t treat an inflamed area.
- Do not use Botox/Dysport/Xeomin if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, suffer from any neurological disorders, or are allergic to any of the ingredients (botulinum toxin A, human albumin, sodium chloride, or lactose/ cow’s milk protein).
- Please inform Dr. Brooks/ the nurse you are seeing if you have any questions before your cosmetic treatment.
- Please arrive to the office with a clean face or arrive early and be prepared to wash your face at the office (You may apply makeup the next day).
- You will be asked to read a consent form before treatment takes place, you may opt out at any time.
- You may experience a mild amount of discomfort or a stinging sensation following an injection.
- Redness and swelling are normal.
- There may be some tenderness at the treatment site(s) that can last for a few hours or a few days. You may develop bruises in the areas treated.
Day of Treatment:
- Please arrive to the office with a clean face or arrive early and be prepared to wash your face at the office (You may apply makeup the next day).
- You will be asked to read a consent form before treatment takes place, you may opt out at any time.
- You may experience a mild amount of discomfort or a stinging sensation following an injection.
- Redness and swelling are normal.
- There may be some tenderness at the treatment site(s) that can last for a few hours or a few days. You may develop bruises in the areas treated.
Immediately After Treatment:
- Try to move your treated muscles off and on for 1-2 hours after treatment (examples: frowning, raising your eyebrows, and squinting). Note: Some studies show these actions will help the Botox/Dysport/Xeomin to work into your muscles, but it is not necessary for the product to take effect.
- Stay in an upright position for 4 hours following an injection. DO NOT rest your head, or lie down. Sit in a vertical position.
- You may apply an ice pack or cool gel pack to the areas treated.
- Wait to apply make up the next day (if you have any pinpoint bleeding, wait until it has stopped).
- AVOID heavy pressure on the treated areas for the first few days. When cleansing your face or applying your makeup, be very gentle.
- AVOID exercise or strenuous movements for the remainder of the treatment day; you may resume your other usual movements immediately.
- You may take Acetaminophen/Tylenol if you experience any mild tenderness or discomfort. A headache within a few days afterward is normal.
- AVOID hot environments like saunas /extended UV exposure until any redness/swelling has passed. Be sure to apply an SPF 30 or higher sunscreen. Grab an Alumier sunscreen sample from our office to try, if you need one.
- Wait a minimum of 24 hours (or as directed by your skin/laser technician) before receiving any skin exfoliation, resurfacing, or laser treatments. We suggest you wait 5-7 days.
Your follow- up can be arranged 14 days or later after treatment. If you did not set one up the day of your injections, then be sure to call if you would like to see us back for a follow up/touch up. We have a great track record, but results can vary. Our intentions are never for bad results, so please allow us to see you back to see if we can correct it.
Please do not hesitate to call our office at (403) 487-0460 if you have any questions or concerns.
About Dr. Trevor Brooks
Dr. Trevor Brooks is a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon serving southern Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Known for his surgical talent, clear communication skills and welcoming personality, Dr. Brooks has become one of Medicine Hat’s leading cosmetic surgeons.
Dr. Brooks has trained hands-on with world-renowned plastic surgery faculty members and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Learn more about Dr. Brooks…
Dr. Brooks offers Botox for skin rejuvenation. View this page for more information. You can also learn more about cosmetic injections here.