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Pre-Appointment Information


 

We look forward to seeing you for your upcoming appointment with us!

 

What to bring:

Please bring your current insurance and photo ID to your visit. If your insurance has changed, please contact the office prior to your visit to make sure we accept your new insurance plan.

 

Arrival Information:

We are located in the Kuakini Physicians' Tower at 405 North Kuakini St, Suite #703, Honolulu, HI 96817. You can park in our building and take the elevator from the garage straight up to the 7th floor. For directions, click here

 

Cancellation/Reschedule Policy:

If you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please give us at least 2 business days' notice to avoid a $50 service fee.

 

COVID-19 Policy:

Please review our current Covid policy here.

 

Pre-Visit Instructions:

If you have any of the following special appointments scheduled, please review our pre-visit instructions:

New Patients
Ultherapy
Fillers
Sculptra
Treatments that require numbing cream

*If you are coming in for a visit that requires you to remove your mask for assessment or treatment, you may need to take a Covid test prior to your appointment. If you are unsure about whether this is needed for your appointment, please contact the office for instructions.


New Patients:
Please make sure you have submitted all of your registration forms to us at least 2 business days prior to your appointment or call the office to make arrangements to complete the forms in the office. If we do not receive your forms and have not heard from you about making alternative arrangements, your visit will be canceled and you will forfeit any deposit you have made or you may be required to pay a service fee to reschedule your appointment.


Emface & EmSculpt:
The following are some recommendations to maximize your comfort during the procedure:

  1. Area being treated must be clean shaven prior to appointment.
  2. Stay hydrated.
  3. Wear comfortable clothing allowing flexibility for correct positioning during treatment.
  4. Remove all metal & electronic accesories such as jewelry, watches, metallic threads in clothing.
  5. You may resume normal activity the next day.

Ultherapy:
The following are some recommendations to maximize your comfort during the procedure:

  1. A half-hour (1/2) prior to the procedure, take ibuprofen 800 mg or another analgesic.
  2. Bring an MP3 player or iPod, as listening to music may be helpful during the procedure.
  3. Please inform the Ultherapist if you have any neck problems/complaints that may make it difficult to turn your head from side to side or lift your chin.
  4. Cold compresses should NOT be applied to the treated area before or after treatment.
  5. Discontinue skincare products containing retinoids, including tretinoin, glycolic acid, or hydroquinone for several days after treatment, as these may cause irritation.
  6. You may resume normal activity the next day.

Fillers:

  • 2 WEEKS BEFORE TREATMENT:
    AVOID the following:
    • Dental work (including standard teeth cleaning), aggressive flossing, gynecologic or genitourinary procedures at least 2 weeks prior to treatment and 2 weeks following treatment.
    • Any cosmetic treatments done in the same area you are about to have treated such as, Platelet-rich plasma injections or Medical strength chemical peels performed by a Nurse or Physician
    • Any vaccine
    • For COVID exposure, symptoms, or recent travel, please contact the office
  • 7 DAYS BEFORE TREATMENT (to prevent bruising):
    AVOID the following:
    (if not medically contraindicated)
    • Blood-thinning, over-the-counter medications, such as Aspirin, Motrin, Ibuprofen, and Aleve.
    • Herbal supplements, such as garlic, vitamin E, gingko biloba, St. John’s Wort, and omega-3/fish oil capsules.
      Please note: If you have a cardiovascular history, please check with your doctor prior to stopping the use of aspirin.
  • 48 HOURS BEFORE TREATMENT:
    • Topical products with tretinoin (Retin-A), retinols, retinoids, glycolic acid, alpha hydroxyl acid or any “anti-aging” products.
    • Waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or the use of hair removal cream on the treatment areas
    • Alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours before or after you treatment to avoid extra bruising and swelling.
    • If you are not feeling well, please call to reschedule your appointment.
    • If you have any infections, sores, rashes in the area to be treated, please call at least 48 hours prior to your appointment to reschedule.
    • If you are unable to keep your appointment, please call at least 48 hours in advance to cancel/reschedule your appointment.
      AVOID the following:

Day of Treatment

  • Arrive to the office with a “clean face.” Please do not wear make-up.
  • To maximize your comfort during the procedure, a topical anesthetic may be applied. If you are allergic to benzocaine, tetracaine, lidocaine, PABA or latex, please inform your doctor. In some cases, a local numbing agent will be injected into or around the area(s) to be treated.
  • You may experience a mild amount of tenderness or a stinging sensation following injection.
  • To ensure a smooth and even correction, you doctor may massage the area(s) treated, which may cause a temporary, minimal amount of redness to your skin.
  • Expect to use cold packs off-and-on for 1 to 2 hours after treatment, and avoid strenuous activities for 24 hours.

Sculptra:

  • 2 WEEKS BEFORE TREATMENT:
    AVOID the following:
    • Dental work (including standard teeth cleaning), aggressive flossing, gynecologic or genitourinary procedures at least 2 weeks prior to treatment and 2 weeks following treatment.
    • Any cosmetic treatments done in the same area you are about to have treated such as, Platelet-rich plasma injections or Medical strength chemical peels performed by a Nurse or Physician
    • Any vaccine
    • For COVID exposure, symptoms, or recent travel, please contact the office
  • 7 DAYS BEFORE TREATMENT (to prevent bruising):
    AVOID the following:
    (if not medically contraindicated)
    • Blood-thinning, over-the-counter medications, such as Aspirin, Motrin, Ibuprofen, and Aleve.
    • Herbal supplements, such as garlic, vitamin E, gingko biloba, St. John’s Wort, and omega-3/fish oil capsules.
      Please note: If you have a cardiovascular history, please check with your doctor prior to stopping the use of aspirin.
  • 48 HOURS BEFORE TREATMENT:
    • Topical products with tretinoin (Retin-A), retinol, retinoids, glycolic acid, alpha hydroxyl acid, or any “anti-aging” products.
    • Waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or the use of hair removal cream on the treatment areas
    • Alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours before or after your treatment to avoid extra bruising and swelling.
    • If you are not feeling well, please call to reschedule your appointment.
    • If you have any infections, sores, rashes in the area to be treated, please call at least 48 hours prior to your appointment to reschedule.
    • If you are unable to keep your appointment, please call at least 48 hours in advance to cancel/reschedule your appointment.
      AVOID the following:

Sculptra® is prepared for you 48 hours prior to the date of treatment and has a brief shelf life. Due to this reason, cancellation must be received before 12:00 pm at least three business days prior to your appointment.


Treatments that require numbing cream:

  • Apply a thin layer of anesthetic cream (like peanut butter on bread) to the treatment area, then cover with plastic wrap and reapply as needed OR reapply every 10–15 minutes, if plastic wrap is not used. Anesthetic cream should be applied at least 1½–2 hours prior to treatment. Good anesthesia generally occurs within 45 minutes and lasts for a couple of hours.
  • DO NOT wash off anesthetic cream or remove plastic wrap prior to arriving in the office. New safety precaution requires that you wear a face mask in the office. The plastic wrap will protect your mask from the anesthetic cream. We will have you wash the area prior to treatment.
  • For full-face treatment, apply the cream to the skin of the face, starting at the hairline, to the ears, the nose, down to the jawline and chin. Avoid the eyelids and lips. LMX 15- and 30-gram tubes are sufficient to cover the entire face for 2–4 treatments; LMX 5-gram tube is sufficient to cover cheeks and temples for 1 treatment.
  • Please notify the physician or staff member if you have any ointment or cream allergies. This cream should not be used on broken skin.

Location

Matsuda Dermatology
405 N Kuakini St., Suite 703
Honolulu, HI 96817
Phone: 808-818-8937
Fax: (808) 941-3112

Office Hours

Get in touch

808-818-8937