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Restylane Side Effects

I am planning on having Restylane done on the lines that lead from nose to jawline. Has anyone had any bad side effects from Restylane or from the anesthetic? What should I expect?

Asked 31 months ago by Mare for Ceil in New York

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Potential risks associated with Restylane

Risks can occur regardless of surgeon or technique. These include but are not limited to: infection, hematoma, discomfort, asymmetry, undesirable effect on an associated muscle such as drooping of an eyelid, adverse medication reaction, allergic reaction, need for additional "touch up" injections, palpability, visibility, distortion with muscular contraction, need for secondary revisions, and inability to guarantee a specific cosmetic result.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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Restylane risks

The main risks are bruising which get better, and contour irregularities which often can be massaged out or additional filler can be added. I have not heard of any allergic reactions to the product although I imagine it can happen but it is very rare.

Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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Restylane potential side effects

Restylane is a very well tolerated filler if applied correctly. There may be minor bruising and swelling which may last 1-4 days after the injection and which are typically covered by makeup in the relatively unlikely instance they are noticeable. Nodules and skin color changes are some of the more serious side effects but in the hands of an experienced practitioner, these issues are highly unlikely. Of course over- or undercorrection can result in unwanted appearance... more

Thomas T. Le, MD

Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

See an experienced injector

As long as you are going to an experienced injector, there shouldn’t be any bad side effect, however, a rare complication can occur despite the experience of the physician. Bruising, redness and swelling occur commonly but, they are self limiting. The rare complication is plugging up a blood vessel that can “choke” off the blood supply to the overlying skin which create a bad scab and then a discolored permanent scar. Hyaluronidase can be used immediately if this is... more

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Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist

Bad Side Effects from Restylane

Bruising which can last for up to 2 weeks. Superficial Placement which can look like a blue colored line. Herpes Simplex flare up causing porlonged pain or sores Extreme pain if not done with good anesthesia especially in the upper lip. However, overall it is a very safe and effective and gratifying procedure. Regards

Tanveer Janjua, MD

Bedminster Facial Plastic Surgeon

As long as you go to a good and experienced injector, you should be fine

Restylane, like any other treatment, is only as good as the person who is injecting it. If you go to someone who is a new injector, prepare to have problems. On the other hand, if you go to an experience injector, preferably a board certified dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon (not a nurse or physician assistant/nurse practitioner), you should be fine. Good luck!

Joel Schlessinger, MD

Omaha Dermatologist

Side effects from Restylane injections

We generally do not expect any major side effects from Restylane injections, especially in the nasolabial folds. Bruising (to one degree or another) and swelling (usually resolves after 2-5 days), maybe a little redness at the injection sites can be expected. Occasionally lumpiness (usually easy to massage out) can occur. In theory, infections and RARELY embolization of the material could occur if it is injected into a blood vessel. So far, I have not seen an infection as a result of... more

Bryan K. Chen, MD

San Diego Dermatologist

Restylane is a great treatment!

Dear Mare Restylane has proven to be a fantastic treatment for the nasolabial folds. You should go to an experiences injector. The core specialties that do this service are: Cosmetic dermatology, ocuoplastics, facial plastics, and general plastic surgery. Beyond that, the right doctor irrespective of which of these specialities they are trained in makes a big difference. However, treatment of nasolabial folds is such a standard treatment that you are likely to have a great treatment result.... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Restylane side effects

In general terms, restylane is pretty safe. Bruising and swelling may be seen after an injection. Serious complications are very rare and include injecting the material into a blood vessel and causing occlusion (usually easily correctable), placing the product too superficial (also correctable) and placing it into a wrong area and causing a cosmetic problem (correctable). The most important thing is to see someone who's done it before.

Gary Goldenberg, MD

New York Dermatologist

Complications from Restylane

If you are in good health, it is very unlikely for you to get any side effects from Restylane. Restylane is Hyaluronic Acid which is abundantly present in your skin. Rare complications may occur, mainly bruising and lumpiness. Bruising disappears in 4-7 days (or longer if you take Aspirin, Vitamin E, Garlic, Gingko or Ginseng). Lumpiness can be corrected at the time of the injection by massaging. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have had a reaction to... more

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Eugene Mandrea, MD

Chicago Dermatologist

Risks vs. Benefits

It is always important to think of the risks versus the benefits of any procedure- especially those that are optional. Most people have no problems, but some certainly do. Some of the risks can be avoided by using a skilled physician- others cannot. I will say that of the injectable fillers, I feel that restylane is definitely among the safest! SO if you plan on doing something- restylane is a good choice of filler.

Victoria W. Serralta, MD

Arlington Dermatologic Surgeon

Restylane Side Effects

Restylane is composed of hyaluronic acid. It has been in use for many years and overall is a very safe treatment. Although there are a lot of rare side effects that one will hear about, the most common side effects are temporary and not dangerous, These include pain at injection site, swelling, bruising, redness and lumpiness. The redness and lumpiness will resolve without any complication. Icing immediately after injection will reduce the swelling and the risk of bruising. Restylane... more

Ben Behnam, MD

Santa Monica Dermatologic Surgeon

Side Effects for Restylane.

Hi Mare. Besides the more commonly recognized side effects of swelling, bruising, lumpiness or redness, there is also a condition called the Tyndall effect which occurs when Restylane or another hyaluronic acid product is injected too superficially. This effect is seen as a bluish or grayish haze on the skin and can be reversed with hyaluronidase (an enzyme that breaks down Restylane) injections. To avoid the Tyndall effect and the more common side effects choose an... more

Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Restylane side effects, lidocaine side effects.

Treatment with Restylane in the Melolabial folds (commonly called nasolabial folds) is generally VERY safe and effective when done properly. Even this is operator-dependent though, so select your board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon carefully. However, there really are very, very rare side effect risks, so saying there is zero risk is an untruth. One to be aware of is the very rare true lidocaine allergy (this is the anesthesia commonly used in nerve blocks, topical... more

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Jessica J. Krant, MD, MPH

Manhattan Dermatologic Surgeon

Side effects of Restylane

The most common side effects to Restylane are bruising, swelling, lumps or bumps, and redness at the injection site. The redness goes away within 24 hours. You can decrease the swelling and bruising by using cold compresses at injection site and avoiding aspirin and anti inflammatory medication for two weeks prior to your injection and one week after.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

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Restyalne | What to Expect with Your Treatment

Hi Mare, Thank you for your question. Restylane is an excellent dermal-filler that restores volume and fullness to the skin. It is effective in treating the areas from your nose to the corners of your mouth (Nasolabial folds). Your initial treatment will provide instant results by replacing lost volume and correcting wrinkles. You may have slight swelling and bruising to the treatment area, but it will subside in a few days. To prepare for your treatment,... more

David Mabrie, MD

Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

Restylane is very safe.

Hi! You can get temporary bruising (2-3 days). Any other problems such as lumps are caused by bad technique, not by the Restylane itself. We always use nerve blocks inside the mouth, which are entirely safe and make the whole experience pain free.

George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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Restylane Injection Risks

Hi Mare, Best to speak with your injecting physician regarding the risks and complications of Restylane injections. There have been adverse events, but fortunately they are very rare and are most always technique related. Choose your injecting physician carefully. Dr. P

Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Restylane is very safe

Restylane is a brand name for a hyaluronic acid filler. This is a substance that is naturally in the body so there are very few reactions to the product. If injected unevenly you can have bumps that can be felt and there is always the possibility of infection. Typically, people do very well with Restylane. Good luck!

Scott Tucker, MD

Winston Salem Plastic Surgeon

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Side Effects from Restylane

Restylane is a very safe injectable filler. Most patients experience mild to moderate swelling for a day or two after injections. Bruising is somewhat common as well and I suggest patients not have any significant social events for a few days after injection. Ice can be helpful to keep swelling and bruising to a minimum. Some redness and lumpiness at the injection site for a few days is sometimes noted.