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Flying After Botox or Restylane?

asked 3 years ago by memyself in UK
Latest answer by Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
Question viewed 11,049 times
Tags: travel

I'm coming to florida for 3 weeks and was thinking of having some Botox and Fillers (Restylane) while I was there. Can I travel by plane immediately after these procedures or is there a 'downtime'?

17 answers to Flying After Botox or Restylane?

Flying after Botox and Restylane

Flying is not an issue after injection procedures. The issue may be with bruising or swelling, though. If you are on vacation or business for this trip, you may want to consider swelling or bruising issues with Restylane before undertaking the procedure.

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.celibre.com

Just Keep Your Head Inside of the Window

No problem in flying after fillers and Botox, unless you'd like to stick around for a few days so that you can return to your physician if you need a touch up. Be well. Dr. P

Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

There is no reason to stay in Florida after injection...

There is no reason to stay in Florida after injection with either Botox or fillers from a medical standpoint. You may want to plan your injections at the start of your trip so that you can give them about a week to work and then be able to return for a touch up if needed.

D.J. Verret, MD
Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hold off on flying in case adjustments are needed

One should wait two working days so that if there is an adjustment with fillers it might be made. The altitude of the flight could affect the swelling potential in the first couple of days. Botox may take more than two weeks to show its full effect, so you may need to return in 3 – 4 weeks for an adjustment.

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

Why go away from home?

Unless you will be back to Florida every 3-5 months, why establish a relationship with a physician when you can do that at home? It would be best for you to locate a local physician with whom you can become acquainted so that you can relate your likes and dislikes to fine tune your results over time. Injectors have different styles and unless you plan on doing this only one time, I suggest you find a physician/injector closer to home. I realize that financial reasons (exchange rates, etc)... more

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Facial Filler and Downtime: Flying in an Airplane after the Procedure

Facial fillers are non-invasive procedures associated with minimal immediate risk of bleeding, infection, or bruising. The most important complication profile is based on long term assymetry, deformity including nodules or lumps, and persistent edema. Although many patients choose to travel immediately after the procedure, it is advisable to maintain a close relationship with your physician in order to avoid unecessary and potentially avoidable complications.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Why travel for Botox and fillers?

There isn't a medical reason you would have to stay even 24 hours. The only reason would be if you have any questions after the treatment and wanted the doctor to evaluate you. There are probably excellent practitioners in your area so the need to travel for fillers and Botox should be uncommon. But if you do decide to do this, maybe make your appointment early during the three weeks so all issues are settled before you return home.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Go ahead and fly after your filler

I see alot of out of town clients for fillers and there is really no contraindication to flying following treatment. The only caveat is that I generally like to see my patients a week or so after their treatment. As such, I make sure they have follow-up when they return to town.

Gregory A. Buford, MD
Denver Plastic Surgeon

Post-Filler Patient Instructions

There are almost no real limitations following filler treatment with all types of product. Patients are told to avoid very animated facial expressions for a few hours until the filler settles. They are also advised not to exercise or bend down that day, as it may promote bruising from the treatment. Avoiding aspirin containing products is also suggested for the same reason. In terms of flying, if you travel within 24 hours from the time of injection, the pressure changes may cause a little... more

Richard W. Westreich, MD
Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon

Flying after botox

No problem flying after botox or dermal filler treatment. You may need a touchup after treatment so you should allow a week to ten days after the initial treatment to have one.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.drkrisreddy.com

Travelling after cosmetic treatments with Botox or fillers

There is no problem in travelling soon after BOTOX or filler injections. The main potential side effects after these treatments include bruising, swelling and the occasional headache, but otherwise high altitude will not have any adverse effect. Bring some tylenol and makeup just in case, and sun protection as always. Happy travels!

Benjamin Barankin, MD
Toronto Dermatologic Surgeon

No problem with flying after Botox and fillers

There’s no problem with flying after your botox and filler procedures. There is no downtime required with a procedure like this. Your physician will give you post op instructions, do not touch the area for a few hours after.

Bruce Katz, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon

OK to fly right after Botox and Restylane.

Hi. 1) You should not fly right after major surgery. But It is certainly OK to fly right after receiving Botox and Restylane injections. 2) There is no down time other than possibly some minor bruising.

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Travel by plane immediately after Botox and Fillers is okay

There is NO REASON why you should not be able to fly after receiving Botox and fillers (Restylane/Perlane, Juvederm, Radiesse). Flying at high altitudes will in no way affect the outcome.

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

OK to Fly after Restylane, Botox

This was looked at in study published in one of our journals. In the study, done by a pair of Israeli dermatologists, there were no adverse events with Botox. I can imagine even less of a problem with fillers. It would be best to have these procedures done a week before you leave, in case you need a touch up.

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist

No reason not to fly

MeMySelf, There is no reason you cannot fly after having fillers and/or Botox Cosmetic. The only issue is that you will not be able to follow-up with your doctor if you have any questions or issues.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

www.ShaferPlasticSurgery.com

It is best to build a relationship with a physician in your area.

As previously stated, there is no real medical reason not to fly the next day following injection of any fillers or Botox. However, it does make sense to have these procedures performed somewhere close to you as you will need to undergo these procedures several times a year. This way your physician will be able to understand what seems to work for you and how you prefer your results to be. Ultimately, it makes better sense.