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Alternative to Massage for Radiesse Lumps?

I had a Radiesse injection 3 weeks ago and developed a lump under my eye. The doctor gave me a small vibrator to massage the area with but I have not yet seen a big improvement. Does anyone have an alternative or suggestion?

Asked 34 months ago by Brenda05 in Dallas, TX
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Radiesse and massage for lumps

I personally do not inject Radiesse under the eye area for this specific reason. I use Fat Transfer, Juvederm or Restylane in this area. Unlike the hyaluronic fillers Radiesse is a long lasting dermal filler which often takes months to years to dissipate. Sometimes it is best to leave things alone and let the process happen. The under eye tissue is sensitive and I would not suggest hard vibrations that may cause more swelling and aggravation to the area. For other patients reading this post... more
Michael Elam, MD
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Saline or dilute TAC may help

Radiesse is a durable injectable dermal filler. That can be good news if you love the result, but very bad news if the injection result is not satisfactory. Unlike HA fillers, the material cannot be dissolved. If inadvertantly injected into a sphincteric muscle like the obicularis oculi, the material can ball up and cause very persistent nodules. If massage does not help, pulverizing the material with a large needle as saline is injected might rehydrate it and whittle it down a bit. If it... more
Mary Lupo, MD
New Orleans Dermatologist
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