Radiesse Migrated to Under my Nose?

Had Radiesse injected 3 days ago, nasolabial. Possibly improper injection or product migrated! I can feel a large bulge under nostril from inside mouth. If I press on cheek, I can feel it against my septum! Or could this still be localized swelling? Is removal possible from inside mouth?

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4 Doctor Answers | Asked by TJ Swan in Santa Maria, CA

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Radiesse is difficult to remove

More Radiesse can be injected to try to break this up or it can be surgically removed if the product has migrated to an unwanted area.

Radiesse

Radiesse DOES NOT migrate It was injected there. See the person who injected you and ask your questions and concerns.

Radiesse as a filler

Some times when the triangle of depression at the upper smile fold is treated, right below the level of the nostril, a significant amount of filler is needed to raise the area and while this is slowly elevating some product pushes its way through the looser planes of tissue to create more of a lumpiness below. In your case it might be product that you feel but as long as it's not visible, it may be providing the support for the filler at the upper smile fold giving you a better... more

Radiesse Injections

It is very unusual for Radiesse to migrate. 3 days after injection, you likely have swelling. However, there is no way of knowing about the injection technique that your injector used. If you are concerned, then you should return to the injector's office for an evaluation. However, it usually takes about 1 to 2 weeks for Radiesse to settle and become incorporated into the tissue. During the first 1 to 2 weeks, the product may be palpable under the skin... more