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If you have a question that is
not answered here, you can contact Dr. Becker at beckermailbox@aol.com
Question: So, I want to try collagen. What do I do?
Answer: If you wish to use
bovine collagen, a skin test must be administered to be sure that you are not allergic to the
collagen (most people are not allergic). Then, you may return to our office at your leisure for
your collagen injection. If you wish to use dermologen, a skin test is no longer required. You
may simply schedule an appointment for an evaluation and a collagen injection.
Question: How long does it last?
Answer: Collagen effects
typically last 8 to 12
weeks.
Question: How often should I get Collagen
injections?
Answer: Some patients come in for
collagen injections shortly before a special occasion. And, of course, others come
in more frequently. It's up to you!
PATIENT
INSTRUCTIONS AFTER COLLAGEN
TREATMENT
There may be some mild discomfort that can be treated with Tylenol. There will be some
temporary swelling that usually requires no treatment. However, if you wish, you can apply ice in
the first 24 hours. There is usually no bruising. If you should develop a small bruise, it is
temporary and should dissipate over a period of a few days.
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