horizontal) position for one week following surgery to minimize the collection of fluids in the face and eyelids. Post-care instructions will be sent home with each patient for a non-surgical or surgical procedure.
With facial fillers, it is suggested to discontinue aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E and fish oil supplements one week prior to treatment to help minimize bruising. Follow the instructions you will be given about making and administering your cold and warm compresses. These will not only reduce bruising and swelling, but they will also maximize and promote healing.
RL Center also offers the Pulsed Dye Laser. The PDL may expedite the healing and lessen the red/purple bruise that may occur post injectable treatment.