Bruising with Radiesse

Hi Emeline. Bruising and swelling are the most common side effect of Radiesse injections, but because the product is placed deeper in the tissue, we actually see less bruising (but more swelling) with Radiesse than we do with Restylane, Perlane or Juvederm. While it's not necessarily your surgeon's fault, there are some pre-care instructions that your injector can give you to help minimize the likelihood of bruising (as mentioned below aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E, and... more

Bruising is unpredictable but it can happen. It is not the surgeon's fault. It rarely happens to the same extent on both sides. If you take aspirin within the week before injection the bruising is more likely. I use ice before injection. It seems to help with the pain and bruising.

This location commonly bruises as a result of the facial vein and artery anatomy.  I would advise you to use warm compresses and Bruise-Stick ointment to the area once the bruise appears. 

Bruising can occur with any facial filler. Steps to reduce bruising Avoid blood thinners and herbal supplements See an experienced injector who can inject atraumatically An experienced injector will have "tricks" he or she uses to minimize bruising both from a technical standpoint as well as post injection.

Bruising with any dermal filler is very possible. You can decrease your risk for increased bruising by not taking aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E, and fish oil for at least one prior to injection and one after injection. Tylenol is okay to take for pain.  Ice 24 hours injection might help with the bruising and swelling and you can use cover-up makeup while you are healing.

  Radiesse is a safe and effective dermal filler that consists of ground substance of bone. For this reason, Radiesse has an excellent longevity when compared to other fillers but it must be treated differently. Radius is best used when injected deep into the deep layers of the skin. Radiesse injection into the superficial skin or into the superficial muscles around the eyes and mouth should be avoided. It sounds as if during your injection a blood vessel may have been disrupted... more

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 following the injections will help with the bruising.

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. Very few patients, like you have severe bruising. Radiesse bruises a bit more than other fillers used in my practice. Patients need to be counseled prior to their injections that bruising is a... more

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.

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 bleeding, which is what bruising is. In a few days, the blood is reabsorbed, and the bruise is gone. This has nothing to do with Radiesse. It can happen with any filler. You can cover the bruise with camouflage... more

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 injector. You may want to try arnica supplements, zinc, and vitamin C prior to your next treatment to help prevent bruising. It looks like you are going to have great results and look great... more