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Swelling After Silicone Microdroplet Treatment?

I had the microdroplet technique for acne scarring 8 weeks ago and still have a small area of swelling on one of my cheeks. The area is about an inch long and 1/4 of an inch wide. It is fairly minimal. My doctor seems to think it is not worry some and may just take more time to resolve. The area was bruised the longest also. Is it possible this is just excess swelling? And if so, how long until I should be concerned? And what do I do about it?

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4 Doctor Answers | Asked by Mz0912
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Swelling after Silicone Microdroplet Injections

It can certainly be simply bruising that is causing the raised area. This can be "normal" after injections of any kind, not just silicone. Superpotent topical cortisones, oral cortisone, intralesional, and intramuscular cortisone injections all play a role in calming these reactions. Your doctor is the best person to guide you through this issue.
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Localized swelling 2 months after silicone acne-scar injections may be improved.

Feel free to re ask your query with a photo showing your concern, as this would be helpful for us to help you. If you have a raised area that was more bruised than other areas, this will likely resolve with time. A dilute triamcinolone acetonide (steroid) injection may prove to be beneficial for a more immediate response. Hope this is helpful for you. Dr. Joseph see video
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Watch and wait patiently after Silikon injections

The bruising after the injection probably caused most of the swelling, and not overcorrection. Try massaging the area firmly several times daily and see your doctor if that does not work after several weeks.

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Persistent Swelling 8 Weeks After Filler Treatment in the Cheeks

Based on your description, it could simply be residual bruising or swelling that is causing the area to look more full. And this can happen from any filler, not just silicone. However, if the fullness/swelling you see is still present in a few more weeks, I would return to your doctor to discuss possible treatments to bring it down. The most effective treatment for this is intralesional cortisone injections which your doctor should be very comfortable doing if necessary. Good... more
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It has now been 4 months since my first micro droplet silikon 1000 treatment for acne scarring and the swollen area I first mentioned in this post is still unchanged. I have been back for my second treatment now and I did not have any excess bruising this time around. My doctor discussed with me that we could do the cortisone shots but he tends to like to wait it out for a while first which I don't mind doing. I'm not sure he even sees what I'm talking about as he did not seem too concerned. However I am getting nervous since it has now been 4 months with no change. What is the maximum time for healing if it is just residual bruising? And if I do need cortisone, is there anything to be concerned about?
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