Pre- and Post- Treatment Instructions

Before Your Treatment
There are very few pre treatment instructions for BOTOX® Cosmetic injections.

• Avoid taking aspirin, St. John’s Wort, High doses of vitamin E, Motrin, Advil, Anaprox, Narosyn, Aleve, or other NSAID’s for one week prior to treatment.
• Do not have Botox Cosmetic injected into any open sores or broken skin.

After Your Treatment

• Avoid massaging the area for 3 to 4 hours.
• Exercise each one of the injected muscle groups 2 to 3 times each hour for 3 to 4 hours.
• Remain in an upright position for 3 to 4 hours. Avoid napping to prevent inadvertently lying on the area or rubbing it while sleeping.
• Avoid aerobic exercise for 3 to 4 hours
• A “lazy eyelid” is a possible side effect of Botox. If this occurs, it can be treated with an over-the-counter antihistamine eye drop. You may contact the office for detailed instructions.
• Avoid bending over, lifting, or straining for 3 to 4 hours.
• The effects of Botox will be seen as early as 2 to 3 days, but may take up to four weeks to achieve the full effect. If you feel that you require additional Botox, please wait 4 to 6 weeks after your initial treatment to schedule you appointment. We always use the minimal dose necessary to achieve desired results. Additional treatments may not be included in the original purchase.

Patients from throughout the Dallas Metroplex visit Cosmetic Youth for exceptional service and first-class results. Our Dallas and Irving offices are conveniently located for North Dallas, Las Colinas, Plano, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, and the surrounding areas. Call our Dallas and Irving plastic surgery offices today to reserve your consultation with Dr. Weinstein and learn how we can improve your self-image and take years off your appearance.