Ultherapy® Pre-Treatment Instructions
- Gently wash the treatment area with a mild cleanser.
- Do not apply any creams, lotions, foundation, powder or other products prior to treatment.
- Take 800mg Ibuprofen or 1000mg Acetaminophen 30min prior to treatment
Ultherapy® Post-Treatment Instructions
- Skin effects can begin to be seen within a few days of treatment.
- Optimal results will take 2-3 months.
- Significant weight loss can impact results.
For best results:
- Stay hydrated
- Use SPF 30+ with Zinc Oxide and/or Titanium Dioxide daily.
- Follow a good skin care regimen
- Significant fluctuations in weight may impact results
For the next 24-48 hours AVOID:
- Use of Retin-A or similar products that could cause skin irritation
- Taking Advil (ibuprofen)
- Use of ice on the treatment area
Some treatments may be performed on the same day. Once complete, AVOID any additional procedures to the treatment area (including cosmetic treatments) for 2 weeks.
After treatment, slight redness, swelling, tenderness, tingling or numbness and occasionally bruising in the treatment area is normal and can persist for 14 days on average.
- Take Tylenol (acetaminophen) as needed for pain
- Apply Vitamin E or Aloe Vera to help soothe and calm the treatment area
- Hydrocortisone cream can be applied to decrease itch
- If symptoms persist for more than 2 weeks, call the clinic to speak with a medical professional
- If symptoms worsen or you are experiencing symptoms other than the ones listed above, call the clinic to speak with a medical professional. If it is outside of normal business hours, please call Ideal Image’s After-Hours Medical Helpline at 913.676.7341 to be connected with an on-call medical professional.
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