How Long Does Swelling Last After Silicone Microdroplet Injections?

There may be immediate swelling after injection of silicone and longterm swelling that may be permanent. Early treatment of swelling is important with silicone injections. Our office specializes in the removal of silicone from the soft tissue of the face and body. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACS

Since Silicone is usually injected in very small amounts, the swelling and bruising is usually from the needle, not the silicone. This usually subsides in several days. In my office, we apply ice to the injected area immediately to help reduce swelling and bruising.

If the swelling becomes greater after several days, you should call your Surgeon to make sure you don't have an infection or other unusual reaction.

  Like most fillers, most of the swelling after silicone microdroplet injections subside after only a few days.  I usually say that the peak effect of the technique is not evident for 6 - 8 weeks after the procedure.