Is Bruising Normal 1-2 Weeks Post Radiesse?

asked 7 months ago by Lily75 in Valrico, FL
Latest answer by Philip Young, MD
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Tags: marionette lines, nasolabial folds, 1 week post-op, bruising, normal

Hello.Last Wednesday I had Radiesse injected in my nasolabial and marionette lines and today,Saturday,I still had severe bruises showing.Is that acceptable or I should consult the doctor?Thank you.

8 answers to Is Bruising Normal 1-2 Weeks Post Radiesse?

Is Bruising Normal 1-2 Weeks Post Radiesse?

Yes, you can have bruisess come to the surface 1-2 weeks after Radiesse injections although this is relatively rare IMHO. Since Radiesse is thicker than Perlane, it's typically injected deeper into the fatty tissues, of the face where more vessels are located. If the needle intersects, one of these deep vessels, the bruise will take some time to work itself to the skin surface and be revealed. Arnica 12 C has worked well, IMO, for any bruising and swelling after... more

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

drfrancispalmer.com

Bruising After Injections

Radiesse is usually injected into the deeper skin layers, thus making bruising more likely. Like my colleague said, Arnica helps with this. Something else that helps tremendously to lower the risk of bruising with Radiesse (or any injectable) is to see physicians who do a lidocaine with epinephrine block prior to the filler portion. The lidocaine will help alleviate any pain, and the epi actually constricts vessels/capillaries for a bit (about an hour) so that you don't get as much blood... more

F. Victor Rueckl, MD
Las Vegas Dermatologist

Bruising after Radiesse

With any filler there is a chance of bruising, however it is uncommon. To help prevent bruising in the future, you may want to consider taking Arnica Montana and refraining from taking Aspirin and Motrin products two weeks prior to your injections. You have not posted a picture, so it is impossible to comment on your case specifically. Good Luck.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Bruising with Radiesse - follow pre-appointment steps

Yes – Although this bruising could have been avoided if the patient followed pre-appointment steps such as avoiding blood thinners, alcohol and herbal supplements. If bruising continues after 2 weeks, schedule a follow up with the doctor that preformed the office procedure. Keep in mind that every one heals differently and bruising can be common in most patients. Best of luck to you!

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

Bruising Can Take Up To 2 Weeks to Resolve Sometimes

As is the case with any treatment where a needle is being placed into the skin, bruising is very possible with filler injections such as Radiesse. Bruising is not necessarily the result of poor work; it is possible even at the hands of expert injectors with excellent technique. The good news is, bruising, while terribly inconvenient and sometimes painful, usually resolves by 7 to 10 days after the treatment. And occasionally, it can take up to 2 weeks to completely resolve. I am... more

Channing R. Barnett, MD
New York Dermatologist

Bruising after Radiesse Treatment

Bruising may occur following Radiesse treatment just as it may occur following any filler treatment. Typically bruising , if it occurs, lasts 3-7 days. On rare occasions, it may occur with delayed onset and last longer.

Steven Hacker, MD
West Palm Beach Dermatologic Surgeon

Bruising 1-2 Weeks after Radiesse Injections

It is not normal to have bruising 1-2 weeks after Radiesse injections but this can occur, especially if the patient did not avoid things like alcohol or medications that tend to thin the blood like aspirin before the treatment. Although this will be transient contact your physician for recommendatios to accelerate the healing process.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Bruising from Radiesse

Bruising from deeper filler injections such as Radiesse are common and can often last for several weeks. Many medications, vitamins, and herbs are associated with excess bruising from filler injections. Those to avoid for at least 10 days prior to injection include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) or naproxen (Aleve), aspirin, vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil), licorice, garlic, ginger, ginkgo, and other herbal supplements. The degree... more