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Bags and Bumps After Restylane Under Eyes

asked 2 years ago by katmo in mo
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
Question viewed 1,102 times

It has been 1 week since I had my under eyes injected with Restylane. There is a large bag like area under my left eye. I massaged the area like I was shown and the bag just got larger. The right eye has small like bumps you can see particularly from a side view and now there is a inner eye bump. What can I do?

13 answers to Bags and Bumps After Restylane Under Eyes

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Lumps from filler

If the filler left you with lumps and you doctor can not massage them down, you may need to see you doctor to have them dissolved,
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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If the lump doesn’t go away, it needs to be dissolved

For lumps caused by Restylane, massaging the tear trough and around the eyes may be indicated, but should only be done under the supervision of a doctor. If the lump doesn’t go away, it needs to be dissolved with hyaluronidase.
Joseph A. Eviatar, MD

Bronx Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Bruises and lumps from Restylane injection

It sounds like what you are describing may be bruising from the injections or possibly nodules from the injections. I would continue to massage those areas for at least another week as often that will resolve the issue. The swelling should resolve on its own. In the worst case scenario if it persists your doctor can inject hyaluronidase and dissolve away any excess product. I hope this information helps.
Scott Trimas, MD

Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Bags Under Eyes After Restylane

Unfortunately, this is a more and more common occurence as more physicians are injecting underneath the eyes to try and fill out the tear-trough ( hollow area) deformity.  The problem is that alot of physicians just assume you place this material superficially, right underneath the skin.  The problem under the eyes is that the skin is so thin under there, that you need to inject deeper to fill in the areas.  If injected too superficial, the product may just fill into loose... more
Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD

Barrington Plastic Surgeon
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The good news is it will get better

Restylane and Juvederm as hyaluronic acid type fillers are a good alternative to improving the contour of the lower eyelid without surgery.  The injection must be done very carefully as the skin is quite thin and imperfections such as lumpiness, bruising and dark pigmentation can show readily. Sometimes the Restylane if in excess, can be expressed out through a needle puncture, or alternatively a substance that breaks down the product (hyaluronidase) can be carefully... more
David J. Levens, MD

Coral Springs Plastic Surgeon
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Lumps and bumps are the reason to seek a skilled injector: ie Stay away from Medispas!

We see this all the time in our practice when folks have gone to the new spa of the day in our town.  Invariably, there was some nurse or new doctor who was 'trying' it out on them and now they are upset and wish they hadn't done it.  Sadly, this is happening more than ever before and is a cautionary tale to make sure you have gone to someone who is reputable.  That goes especially for this particular indication.  While you can end up having... more
Joel Schlessinger, MD

Omaha Dermatologist

www.LovelySkin.com

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Return to the restylane injector

Swelling under the eyes after restylane has many causes. If the product is placed too superficially, unevenly, or in the wrong location this will lead to poor results. Even if restylane is placed correctly, the product is hydrophilic so it attracts water. Swelling and bruising can also occur from local needle trauma. Go to an experienced injector for an evaluation.
Kevin Ende, MD

Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Bags after fillers in the lower eyelids

Fillers can produce bumps from overcorrection or too superficial placement, but swelling can occur as the filler attaches molecules of your body's water content to itself. Some people who typically have bags of fluid in the morning upon arising, can notice more puffiness after fillers than others. See your doctor to evaluate if extraction or injection of hyaluronidase can thin out the areas.
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist

www.thenyac.com

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Overinjecting Fillers in Lower Lid

I agree with my colleagues Drs. Persky and Pearlman. Injecting fillers in the lower lid MUST be done deeply, just above the bony ledge of the lower rim of the eye socket and in moderation. There should NOT be "over correction" since Restylane adheres and attracts water and may end up with a fuller than wished for look. For this reason I really think this procedure should be done only by experienced physicians who understand the anatomy of this area. I think you should see... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Restylane is great for camouflagingunder eye bags, but sometimes it can look lumpy which is treatable

The lower eyelids are very delicate structures. If you have bags with a hollowness underneath the hollow area can be filled with hyaluronic acid filler. My choice for this area is Restylane. Unfortunately, the skin in this area is very thin so the filler needs to be placed deeply over the bone of the eye socket. Even in skilled hands, lumps may occur. I would wait at least 2 weeks to allow all swelling to go down. If the lumps or extra fullness persists, the filler can be dissolved by... more
Steven J. Pearlman, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Not everyone has the necessary skill to treat the under eye area!

Massaging a lower eyelid after an under eye Restylane injection is inappropriate advise.  Please stop doing this.  Let the area settle down.  Some people have very poor skin quality and are should not have this treatment due to persistent swelling.  However, this type of issue is rare for people under about 50 years of age.  However, at only a week out from treatment, you do not qualify as having persistent swelling.  Even a small bruise can cause swelling which... more
Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Bags and bumps after Restylane under eyes

What do you do? CALL the injector ASAP! to be seen and treated. Asking the internet docs does not help solve your immediate issue. CALL NOW! From MIAMI DR. B
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Bags and Bumps After Restylane Injections Under the Eyes

Hi, You should return to your injecting physician for evaluation and treatment.  Hopefully you chose an experienced facial filler injector who knows how to take care of your problems. The lower eye area is very delicate and unforgiving, therefore requires a skilled injector. There are three choices of action.  You can be patient, wait and see what happens over time.  Second, you can have Hyaluronidase injected to help dissolve some of the Restylane.  Lastly,... more
Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

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