Post Treatment Care

(Hyaluronic Acid & Biostimulatory Fillers)

All dermal filler treatments at MD Esthetics are medical procedures performed in accordance with state regulations and under the oversight of our Medical Director.

After Your Appointment

• Keep the treated area clean and dry for the remainder of the day.
• Apply a cool compress gently to reduce swelling or tenderness as needed.
  Do not apply ice directly to the skin.
• Sleep on your back with your head elevated the first night, if possible.
• Resume normal skincare later the same day using light pressure only, avoiding treated areas.
• Stay well hydrated unless otherwise instructed by your provider.
• Avoid NSAIDs (ibuprofen) and take Acetaminophen (Tylenol) for any discomfort
• Your provider may direct you to apply Arnica gel to the site of injection and/or take an antihistamine (Claritin, Zyrtec)

Please Avoid

For the first 24 hours:

• Touching, rubbing, or massaging the treated areas unless directed by your provider
• Strenuous exercise or activities that increase heart rate significantly
• Alcohol consumption
• Excessive heat exposure (saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs)

For 48 hours:

• Facials, massages, or cosmetic treatments in the treated areas
• Makeup directly over injection sites if skin is broken or irritated

For 7–14 days:

• Dental procedures or routine dental cleanings, unless cleared by your provider
• Any elective facial or aesthetic treatments unless approved.

What to Expect

• Swelling, redness, tenderness, firmness, or asymmetry are common and temporary

• Bruising may occur and typically resolves within 7–14 days

• Fillers may feel firm initially and will soften as they integrate
• Final results are typically visible once swelling has fully resolved

Individual results vary based on product used, anatomy, injection technique, and adherence to post-care instructions.

When to Contact the Office Immediately

Please contact the office promptly or seek urgent medical care if you experience:

• Increasing pain, swelling, redness, or warmth after 48 hours
• Signs of infection such as fever or discharge
• Skin blanching, discoloration, severe pain, or mottling
• Visual changes, headache, or dizziness
• Any symptoms that feel unusual or concerning
• Brusing that is new spreading and painful

Follow-Up & Maintenance

• Follow-up appointments may be recommended to assess results
• Touch-ups are not guaranteed and are provided at the discretion of your treating provider
• Longevity varies by product and area treated