PDO  PRE & POST CARE

PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS​

 

Please follow these guidelines 14 days before your procedure, unless otherwise instructed:

• Eat a high-protein diet for at least 7–14 days prior to treatment to support collagen synthesis and tissue healing.

• Arrive with a clean face: no makeup, lotion, sunscreen, or skincare products on the treatment area.

• Avoid alcohol for at least 48–72 hours prior to treatment.

• Avoid blood-thinning medications and supplements for 7–10 days unless medically necessary, including:

  • Aspirin

  • Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)

  • Naproxen (Aleve)

  • Fish oil

  • Vitamin E

  • Turmeric

  • Garlic supplements

• No dental work or dental appointments for 2 weeks before treatment.

• Do not schedule treatment if you are:

  • Pregnant or breastfeeding

  • Experiencing an active infection, illness, acne flare, rash, or skin irritation

Inform your provider if you have:

• Autoimmune conditions

• Bleeding disorders

• Poor wound healing history

• Prior thread complications

• Smoking and vaping should be stopped or minimized for at least 2 weeks before and after treatment, as nicotine impairs healing.

 

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POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

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Strict aftercare is critical to prevent thread displacement and ensure proper collagen formation.

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ACTIVITY RESTRICTIONS

• NO strenuous exercise, weight lifting, CrossFit, running, HIIT, yoga, Pilates, or core-engaging workouts for 14 days.

• Avoid activities that involve bending over, straining, or sudden facial movements.

• Light walking only is permitted.

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SLEEP & POSITIONING

 

• Sleep upright or with your head elevated (using multiple pillows or a recliner) for 2–4 weeks, as instructed by your provider.

• Do not sleep on your side or face-down during this period.

 

FACIAL MOVEMENT & CARE

• Do not massage, rub, stretch, or manipulate the treated areas for 3–4 weeks.

• Avoid exaggerated facial expressions (wide yawning, excessive chewing, gum chewing) for 2 weeks.

• Avoid facials, massage, microneedling, RF, lasers, or aesthetic treatments for 4 weeks unless cleared by your provider.

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GENERAL POST-CARE

• Eat a high-protein diet for at least 2–4 weeks after treatment to support collagen formation.

• Avoid alcohol for 72 hours post-procedure.

• Avoid heat exposure (saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga, hot tubs) for 2 weeks.

• Gentle cleansing is allowed after 24 hours.

• Makeup may be applied after 48 hours, avoiding pressure to the treated areas.

• Expect swelling, tenderness, tightness, puckering, or mild asymmetry — these typically resolve over time.

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