Bruising with Radiesse

I have a huge bruise on my chin from radiesse injections. Is this normal? Check out my photo. I also wondered if it's the injector's fault that caused the bruising. It's only bad on one side.

Bruising with Radiesse
5 answers to “Bruising with Radiesse”

A: Bruising with Radiesse

Alan M. Gardner, MD

Yes, it is normal to have bruising after injections of Radiesse or other fillers. Everyone is different, some patients bruise, some do not. It is not uncommon however to have some bruising more on one side than the other. Many patients feel that taking specific herbs, such as Arnica tablets, prior to and... more

A: Bruising After Radiesse

Michael A. Persky, MD

Hi Emelline, Okay, who punched you?  Just kidding. Unfortunately many patients do have some bruising with Radiesse.  In my experience patients over 60 usually bruise worse, as well as those who don’t want anyone to know that they were injected, and those patients who are the most talkative.... more

A: Bruising is expected after Radiesse injections

Bryan K. Chen, MD

Bruising - even worse on one side, is an expected occurrence after Radiesse injections.  Be reassured that the bruising will resolve - may take 10 days to 2 weeks.  Arnica topical cream or pills (available at most drug stores without prescription) can help the bruises resolve faster.

A: Bruising happens in the best of hands.

George J. Beraka, MD

To Emeline, Hi!  I know this looks very upsetting, but it will be gone in a few days, and it is not your doctor's fault.   Whenever you place a needle in the skin, you can accidentally go through a vein (which you cannot see).   The little temporary hole in the vein will cause some... more

A: Bruising is possible with any filler injection

Brenda Dintiman, MD

It is possible to have bruising when you have filler injections with any filler. Bruising can be due to a number of factors including the recent intake of aspirin, ibuprofen, alcohol intake, vitamin E and gingko. In addition, this area may bruise when the filler is being massaged and smoothed out by the... more

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