Sun Exposure – avoid for at leats one month before, during and after Rx. Use sunscreen religiously
Roaccutane – cease for 6 – 12 months before Rx
NO Exfoliation Rx’s as follows:
NO Peels for 4 -6 weeks prior
NO Scrubs for one week prior
NO Microdermabrasion for 4 weeks prior
NO Retin A for 4 weeks prior
Do not apply any skin care products containing Vitamin A for 10 days prior to Rx
Post Inflammatory Pigmentation – For skin type 3 – 5 it is recommended to apply a topical cream every day for 4 weeks before the Rx for inhibiting melanin production. These creams are Hydroquinone, Azelaic Acid, Kojic Acid or stabilized Vitamin C
For Analgesia – 45 minutes before Rx administer Panadol/Codeine tablets. Dermal treatments with laser may give rise to a painful sensation described as similar to an elastic band being flicked against the skin. In the case of fractional resurfacing it is usual enough to apply a topical anaesthetic cream for one hour prior to the Rx.
How to present on the day of Rx –
Arrive with the skin free of make-up, skin care creams, sunscreen and perfume
If you are prone to any of the following conditions, please speak with your Doctor and arrange the following medications:
For Herpetic Infection – Famvir for 5 days pre and post Rx for patients with a history of HSV
For Bacterial Infection – Antibiotics such as Keflex 500mg, Doxycycline 100mg daily or Augmentin Duo for 7 days starting the day of the Rx.
For Yeast Infection – Diflucan 150mg
- Remember to eat and drink adequate water before the treatment
- Aggressive/abusive behavior will not be tolerated.
- Cancellation fee will occur for any cancellations under 24 hours
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Failure to respond to confirmation messages may result in forfeiting your appointment
Should you wish to contact us for more information or anything in regards to your upcoming appointment, please do so by calling/txting 0468 364 222 or emailing [email protected]