Preparing for your first appointment

We are committed to providing the very best care throughout your treatment. While we provide all pre-treatment information in your consultation prior to this appointment, we understand it can be a lot to remember. Therefore, we have created the following key points to be aware of before your appointment.

Please let us know

  • If you have had any injectable treatments in the past 3 months.
  • If you have undertaken cosmetic tattooing of the brows, eyes or lips.
  • If you have recently had any changes to your health including medications.
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • If you have any active cold sores.
  • If you have had other advanced skin treatments within the last 4 weeks.

Veins

  • All fake tan must be fully removed 2 weeks prior to treatment. This includes spray tans and at-home products. Fake tan on the skin may result in your appointment being rescheduled.
  • Avoid any dental treatments 1 week before and 4 weeks after any vein treatment.
  • Avoid flying 2 weeks before treatment and 2 weeks (interstate) / 4 weeks (international) after treatment unless otherwise stipulated in your consultation with Dr Ng.
  • Let us know if you are unwell or taking antibiotics we are unaware of.
  • Let us know if you have had any other medical procedure in the past 2-4 weeks (including biopsy, excision and skin flap procedures) that were not pre-approved before treatment.

Skin and Laser

  • All fake tan must be fully removed 2 weeks prior to treatment. This includes spray tans and at-home products. Fake tan on the skin may result in your appointment being rescheduled.
  • Let us know if you are unwell or taking antibiotics we are unaware of.
  • Let us know if you have had any other cosmetic procedures in the past 2 weeks. This includes skin needling, chemical peels, laser hair removal, IPL, microdermabrasion etc.
  • Let us know if you have had any other medical procedure in the past 2-4 weeks (including biopsy, excision and skin flap procedures) that were not pre-approved before treatment.
  • Let us know if you have recently returned from or are planning a trip to a sunny destination where you are likely to tan.
  • Let us know if you are someone who does not wear or have not used appropriate sun protection (SPF50+).
  • For some treatments which you will pre-advised: cease fish oil, skin exfoliation or retinol 7 days prior to treatment.

Cosmetic procedures

  • Please avoid vaccinations 2-4 weeks (your treating practitioner will specify the exact timeframe) before and after treatment.
  • Let us know if you are unwell or taking antibiotics we are unaware of.
  • Let us know if you have had any other cosmetic procedures in the past 2 weeks. This includes skin needling, chemical peels, laser hair removal, IPL, microdermabrasion etc.
  • Let us know if you have had any other medical procedure in the past 2-4 weeks (including biopsy, excision and skin flap procedures) that were not pre-approved before treatment.
  • Let us know if you have recently returned from or are planning a trip to a sunny destination where you are likely to tan.
  • Let us know if you are someone who does not wear or have not used appropriate sun protection (SPF50+).
  • For some treatments which you will pre-advised: cease fish oil, skin exfoliation or retinol 7 days prior to treatment.

For any questions or concerns regarding your laser treatment, feel free to reach out to us. 

Lasers in Medicine reserves the right to decline treatment if it is not in the patient’s best interest. Your safety and optimal results are our utmost priority.

We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to providing you with exceptional care.

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