How to Prepare for Your First Injectable Appointment
Booking your first injectable treatment is exciting — and a few simple steps beforehand help everything go smoothly, reduce the chance of bruising, and set you up for the best possible result. Here's how to prepare.
A Week Before
- •Pause optional blood-thinning supplements if your provider approves — things like fish oil, vitamin E, ginkgo, and high-dose garlic can increase bruising. Never stop prescribed medication (like a blood thinner) without talking to your prescribing doctor.
- •Skip or reschedule if you're fighting an illness or have an active skin infection or breakout in the treatment area.
A Few Days Before
- •Go easy on alcohol for 24–48 hours, since it can thin the blood and worsen bruising.
- •Stay hydrated and keep your skin moisturized.
- •Arnica (a topical or oral supplement some people use to limit bruising) can be started a couple of days ahead if you're prone to bruising — ask your provider.
The Day Of
- •Come with a clean face if you can, or plan to remove makeup at the office.
- •Eat beforehand — a light meal helps you feel comfortable during the visit.
- •Bring your questions and any reference photos of the look you like (and don't like). The more your provider understands your goals, the better.
- •Plan a low-key day afterward — avoid intense workouts, saunas, and big events for 24 hours.
What Happens at the Appointment
Your first visit starts with a consultation, not a needle. Dr. Taborga assesses your facial anatomy, skin, and goals, explains your options, and only then recommends a plan. You'll review what's realistic, what it costs, and what aftercare looks like before anything begins. Consultations are available in English and Spanish.
A Note on Expectations
The best results come from honest conversation. A good provider will sometimes recommend *less* than you expected, or a different treatment entirely — because the goal is a natural result that suits your face, not a one-size-fits-all look.
Ready to book your consultation at our Flatiron District practice? Call (332) 237-3661.