Sculptra Instructions
Before Your Treatment
●3 WEEKS BEFORE treatment, avoid vaccines of any kind.
●3 WEEKS BEFORE treatment, avoid dental cleaning or dental work.
●7 DAYS BEFORE treatment, do not ingest blood thinning medications such as Aspirin,
Motrin, Ibuprofen, and Aleve.
●If you have a cardiovascular history, please check with your doctor before
stopping the use of blood thinners.
●AVOID herbal supplements, such as Garlic, Vitamin E, Ginkgo Biloba, St. John’s Wort,
and Omega-3 capsules.
●3 DAYS BEFORE start arnica supplements https://a.co/d/e6GO2Yf
●24 HOURS BEFORE treatment, do not drink alcoholic beverages.
●If you have a history of Herpes or cold sores, a course of anti-viral medication before and
after treatment is required. Please email our office for a prescription
(monica@lemonetmedspa.com)
Day of Your Treatment
●Please come to the office without make-up, creams, gels, or lotions on treatment areas.
●To maximize your comfort during the procedure, a topical anesthetic may be applied.
●To ensure a smooth and even correction, your provider may massage the area(s)
treated, which may cause a temporary, minimal amount of redness to your skin.
What to Expect
●You may experience mild tenderness or a stinging sensation following the injection.
Numbed sensation can lasts hours.
●Redness and swelling are normal. Some bruising may also be visible.●
Depending upon the area(s) treated and product(s) used, you may feel “firmness” in the
treated area(s) for 1 to 2 weeks after treatment. Over time, the area(s) will soften and
“settle” You will be swollen for 1-2 days post treatment.
After Your Treatment
- 24 HOURS AFTER you can resume exercise and apply makeup.
- AVOID extended UV exposure until any redness/swelling has subsided. Be sure to apply sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.
- Massage the areas treated in a circular motion 5 times daily, for 5 minutes each, for 5 days after treatment.
- Wait at least 2 weeks (or as directed by your provider) before receiving laser treatments.You may take Acetaminophen/Tylenol if you experience any mild tenderness or discomfort.
- You may apply an ice or cold gel pack to the area(s) treated (avoiding pressure), as this helps reduce swelling and the potential for bruising.
3 WEEKS AFTER treatment:
AVOID vaccines of any kind.
AVOID dental cleaning or dental work.
AVOID laser treatments.
Contact our Office
● If you develop signs of infection (increasing swelling, pain, heat, or surrounding redness)
or if the treated area appears to be getting worse.
● If you are experiencing significant pain that is not relieved by the recommended pain
medication listed above.
● If you develop severe swelling, redness, or bruising, that does not improve after two
weeks.
Follow-up
● 4-6 weeks after each treatment. One vial per decade of life is recommended for optimal results.
● Additional treatment sessions may be recommended
