Joseph Rabson, MD
Philadelphia Plastic Surgeon
Recent answer posted by Joseph Rabson, MD
Q: Why does Restylane cause little bumps under the skin?
Restylane is a filler and is designed to push up a wrinkle or a depression. Therefore, it is perfectly ok for you to feel it. You can sometimes feel it from the outside skin surface or from inside your mouth. As long as it looks good, there is no problem.
However, if the lump is very noticeable, that may be from an uneven or too superficial injection. That can usually be corrected by pushing directly down on the spot to mold or flatten the product. I usually use a q-tip but you have to be careful not to injure the skin. Also, in some cases, too much product can be removed with a tiny needle and compressing it out. This should be performed by your physician.
If it is not very noticeable, don't worry about it, knowing that the product does not last.
| Board certification | |
| Education | Undergraduate: LaSalle University Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, N.Y. |
| Post-medical school training | Residency: General Surgery, New York Hospital Plastic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Research Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh |
| Aesthetic medicine experience | 26 years (post-medical training) |
| Professional memberships | American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) |
| Hospital affiliations | Blue Bell Surgery Center, Montgomery Hospital, Mercy Suburban Hospital |
| Medical or professional license | PA |
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| Location | Advance Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Center 1000 Germantown Pike Suite E1 Plymouth Meeting, PA View map See Dr. Joseph Rabson, MD at surgery.org |