Numbing Cream
Numbing cream needs to be applied at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment. We ask that you arrive early enough to allow the numbing cream to take effect.
Bruising
Certain cosmetic procedures can cause bruising. If you bruise easily, we recommend you plan accordingly for any social or important events. In most cases bruising will dissipate within 5-10 days post procedure. Pariser Dermatology does sell a product, “Inhance” to help speed recovery.
We also recommend for those who bruise easily, to discontinue certain medications prior to treatment.
- 7 days prior to treatment – Aspirin, or aspirin containing products (Excedrin, BC/Goody Powders) NSAIDS (Ibuprofen, Motrin Aleve, Advil, Naproxen, Midol)
- 3 days prior to treatment – St. John’s Wart, Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Vitamin E, Ginkgo Bilbao, Fish oil, Flaxseed oil, Coenzyme Q, Cayenne Pepper, Ginger, Licorice extract, Green tea, Ginseng, Red yeast, and Garlic supplements.
If the following medications are for medical reasons, please DO NOT DISCONTINUE.
- Warfarin
- Coumadin
- Plavix
- Aspirin
Avoid drinking alcohol 2-3 days prior to treatment and 24 hours after
Eating fresh pineapple 2-3 times daily for 1-2 days, pretreatment, may help to reduce bruising
If you need to take anything for pain, take Tylenol (acetaminophen)
Dental Work, Vaccinations, Colds, Flu, Virus and Infections
Please avoid ANY dental work 2 weeks prior to treatment.
If you have experienced cold/flu, or sinus infections 2 weeks prior to treatment, please contact our office to reschedule.
Certain treatments can cause a flare up of viruses (cold sores). Contact the office 2 weeks prior to treatment if a prophylactic (ie: Valtrex) needs to be prescribed.