• It is normal for the first 24-48 hours after the procedure to feel slightly sore in the treatment area(s). 
• Skin discoloration on the treated site(s) is common but does not always occur. 
• Mild swelling in the treatment site(s) typically lasts less than 48 hours; in some cases, swelling may persist for up to a week.
• Blood-tinged oozing is expected after the first hour of treatment.
• Do not touch the treatment area(s), as this may lead to infection. 
• For facial subcision: you may resume regular washing or shower activities after 24 hours unless instructed otherwise. 
• For subcision on the body: no prolonged bathing or soaking treatment area (s) in the first 24 hours.
• For swelling and soreness, apply a cold, wet cloth to the treatment area in intervals of 10-15 minutes.
• You may resume normal activities within 48 hours.
• Do NOT pick scabs that develop in the treatment area.
• Do NOT wear makeup or other cosmetic products in the treatment area(s) for 24 hours. 
• It is normal for the treatment area to be sore up to a week. 
• Apply minimum SPF 50 sunscreen on treatment area(s).
• Apply a thin layer of Vaseline/petroleum jelly after showering.

Please call us if you have the following symptoms: 

• Worsening pain a few days after the procedure
• High temperature for 24 hours
• Increased swelling past 48 hours
• Persistent bleeding
• If you experience bleeding, apply gauze with firm pressure for 20 minutes. If bleeding continues, reapply gauze for an additional 20 minutes. After 40 minutes, if bleeding persists, please call us immediately.