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What Are Possible Side Effects of Cosmetic Injectables?

asked 4 years ago by anon
Latest answer by D.J. Verret, MD
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2 answers to What Are Possible Side Effects of Cosmetic Injectables?

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Cosmetic injections used today are very safe. Depending...

Cosmetic injections used today are very safe. Depending on what is being injected will dictate the possible side effects. For a full list and to determine if you have specific side effect possibilities because of other medical conditions, an evaluation by a trained physician is necessary. When getting FDA approval for a medication, companies must perform studies to determine possible side effects. These side effects are usually published on the company's web site for consumers to view.... more
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Complications arising from injections of unknown...

Complications arising from injections of unknown substances are a pervasive problem. Consumers must do their research to find a qualified provider for cosmetic injectables and to know what to look for to ensure product authenticity. A recent study by the Physicians Coalition for Injectable Safety determined that patients do not take simple steps to ensure that the product they are receiving is authentic. The majority of responding physicians to the survey say that patients either never (65... more

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