How to Minimize Your Chances of Bruising From Filler Injections

Michael A. Persky, MD answers: What to do about Restylane bruising?

I had Restylane injected under my eyes, just above my cheeks. I developed severe bruising that lasted for almost 6 weeks. It has been 6 months since the procedure, and I still have what looks like lingering bruises where the Restylane was injected. Also, the doctor who did this over-filled the right side and you can clearly still see the filler bulging out in a line under my eye where he injected it.

Will the bruising and bulging go away? What can I do about it? Do I need to have other treatments? I don't want to have any injections to dissolve it at this point because of the bruising.


Michael A. Persky, MD
11 months ago
By Michael A. Persky, MD - Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hi Curious,

Your question is best evaluated in person where it can be determined exactly what is going on. 

That having been said, to minimize bruising from Restylane or other fillers, it is best to not take any blood thinning products for about 2 weeks before your treatment.  You may take oral Arnica Montana for a few days before the injections.  At the time of the treatment, have your injector place ice over the skin immediately prior to the injection.  Physicians need to note any bleeding immediately and apply continuous pressure for a few minutes.  Avoid exercising, bending over, or lifting for about 36 hours.

You may be able to have carefully placed Restylane camouflage the areas that are bothering you.

Lastly, choose your injecting physician carefully, preferably someone who is trained and board certified in one of the cosmetic oriented specialties such as facial plastic surgery, ENT, plastic surgery, dermatology, or opthalmoplastic surgery.

Be well.

Dr. P

 

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