Discuss It In A Non-Threatening Way

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD answers: How to approach doctor about techniques for Evolence?

How do you question your doctor about possible techniques not used when giving Evolence? I have lumps, doesn't really look like I've had a filler (except for my new marionette lines due to lumps). I didn't have any kind of massage with injection, told not to touch my face for 6 hours. There was actually substance left in the syringe (that I paid for) that my lines could have definitely used. How do I approach this topic?


Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
4 months ago

   You should have a good enough relationshipwith your physician so that you can discuss these issues  in a frilendly, mutually beneficially way. I would bring them up in a non-threatening way. 

    The worst cosmetic experience I have ever had as a physician was a woman who was very adjected and began calling me names after we told her there would be a $200 cost for Cosmoderm. I had performed a lip augmentation two weeks and told her that I would charge her at cost for the Cosmoderm when it came in. She misinterpretted this and when we asked for the $200 became verbally abusive. 

     However, I am assuming you are not like that. As long as you are quiet and reasoable I am sure you can work your complaints out. This would especially be true if you have had a long-term relationship with your physician.

     Perhaps, he/she intended to inject the remainder of the filler at another session. It may be good that he has the excess Evolence and can use it to bulk up certain areas. Evolence is relatively new, and your physician may not have releazed the importance of messaging the filler.

   I would urge you  go back in a friendly manner and discuss your concerns.

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