How much bruising should I expect from under eye filler injections?

How bad is the bruising under the eye area after filler injections are done? Do I need to take time off work?

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A: Bruising from injectable fillers is common in tear troughs

By Janet M. Neigel, MD - Newark Oculoplastic surgeon

Although not common, under eye bruising can occur and is the most frequent site of bruising with fillers. Ice before and after is critical and a good injection technique can minimize any bruising if it should occur. Cover up can often conceal it.

A: Bruising after filler injection below the eye

By Maurice M. Khosh, MD - New York City Facial Plastic Surgeon

Bruising following filler injection is uncommon and unpredictable. Avoiding anticoagulating medications such as aspirin and vitamin E can minimize the risk of bruising. I have found that numbing the area of injection with a nerve block has reduced the incidence of bruising in my patients. Application of ice... more

A: Fillers and bruising

By Steven Wallach, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

There may be a little bruising from fillers. This can happen more frequently in the thin skin of the lower lids. Try to avoid any blood thinners like aspirin or anti- inflammatory agents for about 10 days to 2 weeks prior to the procedure to minimize the risk.

A: Bruising with Fillers

By Ira D. Papel, MD - Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

Bruising after facial filler injections can happen, especially under the eyes. It is somewhat unpredictable, as nobody can see small vessels under the skin surface. Patients can help minimize the chance of bruising by avoiding aspirin or other medications that contain aspirin for at least 10 days prior to any... more

A: Filling lower eyelid grooves typically has no downtime.

By Eric M. Joseph, MD - West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon

Filling lower eyelid grooves to camouflage the appearance of eyelid bags is one of the most satisfying procedures for my patients and me. There is usually no downtime, but occasionally a small vein can be nicked, and in the worst case scenario, a "shiner" may develop. I wish you an... more

A: Minimizing bruising from eye or tear trough filler injections

By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

This varies tremendously among individuals and there may be very little you can do to avoid it. Howevery, there are many things you can do to minimize the potential. Avoid medications such as Aspirin or motrin (NSAIDs) like products that may interfere with bleeding. Avoid alcohol. Control your blood pressure... more

A: Probably modest bruising

By Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD - Virginia Beach Dermatologist

The areas under the eyes are quite vascular. You should expect some bruising. How much will depend on the skill of your physician, your own bleeding tendency at the time of surgery and luck. You can help minimize bruising by taking a few simple precautions. Make sure you... more

Comments

awalk
465 posts
22 Jun 2009

I think if you get the numbing shots it constricts vessels prior to injection....The ice cube imediatly prior on the injection site makes a big difference... Take every precaution because a bruise can last a long time under the eye.... Select your injector carefully..They should not be a novice or scared to inject deep on top of the bone.... Filler in this area lasts a long time...It did for me..Several years It has to be done just right or your filler could be wasted or worse cause a larger bag with to much injected...

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