An injection of Juvederm caused extreme bruising and numbness in my left infraorbital nerve. The numbness persists after 11 months. They physician sent me for ultrasound therapy. Only the sensation of temperature has returned to the left cheek. Fullness is still evident in the left cheek. Will this heal? What are my options at this point? What steps should I take?
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November 30, 2014
Answer: Persistent numbness after juvederm injection
Thank you for your question. Swelling is a common side effect of lip injections and can take 2 weeks to fully resolve. If you have concerns schedule a follow up with your injector to have these issues assessed. All the best,
Thank you for your question. The best way to add symmetry to your lips is with a hyaluronic acid dermal filler, such as Juvederm. This will help make your left match the right side while looking natural. Also, hyaluronic acid fillers can be easily dissolved with hyaluronidase if you are unhappy...
It sounds like you probably have developed a hematoma in the cheek. This is bleeding below the surface of the skin and can cause the things you describe. You should visit with your doctor to have this evaluated. If it is indeed a hematoma, it can typically be treated easily. Best regards.
