What an injectables appointment involves
Most injectable visits follow a similar outline:
- A consultation about your health, medicines and what you want to discuss.
- A look at the area, sometimes with photos for your record.
- Cleaning the skin, and for some fillers, a numbing cream.
- The injections themselves, given with a fine needle or cannula.
- Aftercare instructions and, often, a follow-up visit.
Injectables are given by licensed providers where state law allows. Who may inject depends on Florida rules. The provider decides at the consultation whether to go ahead, and you can always take time to think.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding and injectables
Most providers do not give wrinkle relaxers or dermal fillers during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, and many will ask about plans to become pregnant. If any of these apply, say so at the start of the consultation.
Other health points a licensed provider usually considers include nerve or muscle conditions, autoimmune conditions, a history of keloid scars, active skin infections near the area, and past reactions to injectables. Injectables are given by licensed providers where state law allows, and the provider decides what is suitable for you, including the choice to wait.
A short list to bring
For an injectables consultation, bring:
- photo ID
- your medicine and supplement list
- names of any past injectables, and dates
- a note of any reactions or allergies
- your questions, written down
Some people also bring a photo from a few years ago if they want to describe something that has changed. Ask the office whether to arrive without makeup. Do not stop any prescribed medicine to prepare unless the person who prescribed it agrees.
Questions about injectables
Can I have injectables while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Most providers do not give wrinkle relaxers or dermal fillers during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. If either applies, or you are planning a pregnancy, tell the provider at the start of the consultation. They will decide what is suitable, which may mean waiting.
Do I need to stop any medicines first?
Do not stop a prescribed medicine without talking to the person who prescribed it. Some medicines and supplements, such as blood thinners, aspirin and fish oil, can make bruising more likely, so bring a full list to the consultation. The provider weighs it and decides what is suitable.
Will I be treated at the consultation?
Sometimes. Some providers can treat at the same visit if you both agree, and others prefer a separate appointment. Sending a request on this site does not book or commit you to anything. You can always take time to think after hearing the provider's view.
Ask your questions first. A local provider can contact you by phone, text or email.
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