Before and After Care
Simple guidance to help you prepare for your treatment and support a smooth recovery.
Preparing for Your Treatment
Preparation and aftercare can vary depending on your treatment. Please follow the personalized instructions provided by Dr. Sandra, as these may be tailored to your individual needs, medical history and treatment plan.
Before and After Care by Treatment
Select your treatment below to view important information on how to prepare and what to expect after your appointment.
What's Normal vs. When to Contact Us
What You May Normally Experience
Depending on the treatment, temporary redness, pain, swelling, bruising, or other treatment-specific effects can occur. These are usually mild and resolve within a few days to a couple of weeks.
When to Contact the Clinic
Please contact DeNOVO if your symptoms seem unusual, severe, worsening, or if you have any concerns following treatment. Our team is here to support you.
Warning: Urgent medical care after injectable treatment
Seek urgent medical care if you experience concerning symptoms after an injectable treatment, including severe pain, significant or unusual skin colour changes, vision changes, severe eye pain, sudden severe headache, arm or leg weakness, difficulty speaking, or other severe or rapidly worsening symptoms.
General Aftercare Principles
Be Gentle
Avoid unnecessary pressure or manipulation of the treated area unless specifically instructed.
Follow Your Plan
Treatment-specific instructions take priority over general information on this website.
Plan for Downtime
Swelling, bruising, redness or tenderness can occur depending on the procedure.
When in Doubt, Contact Us
We would rather hear from you if you are uncertain about something following your treatment.
A Note About These Instructions
The information provided here is general guidance and does not replace the personalized instructions provided during your appointment. Your recommendations may differ depending on your treatment, medical history, and individual circumstances.
Have a Question About Your Treatment?
Our clinic is here to help before and after your appointment.