Frequently Asked Questions

Fill out the medical intake and the consent forms ahead of your appointment time to maximize the majority of your appointment time on consultation, numbing and injecting. One week before you receive Botox and dermal filler injections, stop taking anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin (unless medically necessary), ibuprofen, Excedrin, Motrin, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, flax oil, fish oil (Omega 3), vitamin A, and vitamin E. Additionally, avoid drinking alcohol a few days before your treatment to prevent bruising. Feel free to take Arnica tablets prior to your visit to minimize swelling and bruising.

We accept all forms of payment such as cash, zelle, Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express. Please note if you are paying with American Express there is a 3% credit card processing fee applied to your total.

Generally speaking, avoid extreme weather conditions such as skiing, sauna, sun bathing, and exercise for 24-48 hours. In addition, with Botox treatments, please do not massage the treated area and stay upright for 4 hours post injection (no sleeping or downward dog yoga position). After you receive service, we will remind you of these post-care instructions.

Our goal is to provide superior service to all patients. There are a limited number of appointments available.  We understand that emergencies do occur. In case of an unforeseen event or if you have to cancel your appointment for any reason, please give us a 48-hour courtesy notice, otherwise there will be a $100 added to your next visit or your deposit will be forfeited. Thank you!

There is a $100 in-person consultation fee. If you proceed with the treatment on the same day as your consultation, the $100 fee will be applied towards your balance. Consultations are in-depth and very educational.

The safest bet for a special occasion or the “big day”, is at the 3-month mark in our experience. In a pinch, we recommend 1 month at minimum to alleviate any potential swelling or bruising. In the case of Botox, 4 weeks should be a good time frame to see optimal results. Often times we need to add more product or tweak certain aspects of the face; and the 1–3-month timeframe allows us ample time. Please contact us for a customized discussion and timeline.

You can purchase Arnica, a homeopathic remedy, for bruising and swelling. It may be used pre and post treatment. It comes in a topical (gel) and an oral form - both are sold at Whole Foods or purchased online (www.amazon.com).

“Don’t love it, don’t hate it for 2 weeks!” - as the two-week mark seems to be the magical time frame where the Botox is in full effect, and the dermal fillers have settled and look best. Dermal fillers are instant gratification; whereas, Botox takes about 3-7 days to start kicking in with the ultimate results seen in 14 days

Most of the dermal fillers we use are made out of hyaluronic acid and can be reversed and dissolved. In our experience, clients love the hydrated and natural results that hyaluronic acid provides, as it mimics our own natural collagen.

Hyaluronic acid is a gel like substance that is found in our body, mostly in our skin, connective tissue, and eyes. Hyaluronic acid is found in large quantities in our body when we are younger, and makes the skin look and feel more supple. Hyaluronic acid is essentially collagen, and the amount of naturally occurring hyaluronic acid in our bodies decreases as we get older. Dermal fillers contain Hyaluronic acid to hydrate, plump, and restore loss from aging, sunlight, high metabolism as well as other factors. Additionally, Hyaluronic acid reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

• Do not rub or massage the treated areas for 24 hours after your treatment.
• Do not practice Yoga or any type of strenuous exercise for 24 hours after treatment.
• Avoid facials or saunas for 24 hours after your treatment.
• Do not wear swimming goggles or a tightly fitting baseball cap for 24 hours after treatment.
• Do not have your eyebrows tweezed, waxed, or threaded for 24 hours after treatment.
• Do not lie down for 4 hours after treatment.

On average neurotoxins (Botox or Dysport) last about 3-4 months.  There are patients that may experience longer or shorter durations based on lifestyle choices (exercise), age, gender, certain medications, genetics and metabolism

Botox is approved for adults 18 years of age and older. Botox is a preventative measure that can drastically delay the aging process. The earlier you begin receiving Botox as a preventative measure, the more youthful you will appear long term. If you start Botox later on in life (mid 30s and 40’s), you may experience makeup or foundation in the “static lines” (creasing on your skin without any facial expressions), leading to an exaggerated aging appearance