How can bruising from Restylane be prevented?

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A: Preventing bruising after Restylane injections

By Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Bruising can be prevented or minimized by following the guidelines described below: Arnica tablets: BruiseKare; Sinecch, Homeopathic arnica montana Arnica ointment: BruiseStick ointment Massage early Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, or any other blood thinners Use ice after the injection Massage... more

A: Minimize bruising

By Steven Wallach, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

First, patients should avoid any blood thinning medications at lesat 1-2 weeks prior to filler injections. Products like aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents such as motrin should be avoided. Also, some topicals or local anesthetics that contain epinephrine may help minimize bruising. Products... more

A: It takes two to tango!

By Manish H. Shah, MD - Denver Plastic Surgeon

The issue with bruising and injectibles is a common one. Patients nowadays are on aspirin for heart disease prevention as well as multiple supplements to improve their general health. These substances can thin the blood out making the risk of bruising higher. I ask my patients to avoid taking anything other... more

A: Ask if your Physician if they can modify the injections

By Kamran Jafri, MD - New York City Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hello Cindy, Excellent advice given so far. I would also add that it would be worthwhile to ask your Physician if they can add any lidocaine with epinephrine to your injections. Lidocaine can help reduce any discomfort and the epinephrine reduces bruising that can result from the injection process. This is a... more

A: There's always a risk of bruising, but it can be reduced

By Shahram Salemy, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Anytime a needle is placed through the skin, the risk of bruising exists. In my practice, I do several things to help reduce this risk when injecting fillers (juvederm, restylane, etc) or Botox. While some of this can be overkill, it at least gives my patients some options to help minimize their chances of... more

A: Prevent Bruising from Restylane, Perlane Juvederm, Botox and Prevelle Injections

By Michael Law, MD - Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

In my practice we ice the area to be injected to reduce pain and the possibility of bruising. I also encourage people to avoid asprin products prior to receiving a dermal filler. For individuals who tend to bruise very easily, arnica montana might even be an option. Select a physician or cosmetic injector with... more