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Restalyne for Tear Trough Correction
UPDATED FROM S.K.T.
1 year post
One Year Update
WORTH IT$700
It's been a year and my filler is still looking great. I haven't had to refresh it and I don't feel like I've lost much volume.
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UPDATED FROM S.K.T.
6 days post
Tomorrow will be one week since my injections
I'm all back to normal, no swelling or bruising anymore. I still feel a little tender when I wash my face, maybe there's still some bruising deep inside. I'm totally happy with the results :)
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June 3, 2014
I have a question that's not related to tear trough.
Have you had any fillers in your upper lip? In your pic with sunglasses (from 2013) it seems you have little filler on your upper lip. It looks great btw, and since I've been considering doing my lips, it's quite motivating to see yours looking so natural and beautiful!
June 6, 2014
No, I've never had any lip filler & I don't have any interest in ever getting any. I like my natural lips just how they are. I've never had anything other than tear trough filler.
June 9, 2014
How long does this last i am thinking of getting restalyne . Back in 2004 i had lower blph and too much fat was taken out leaving me with slight ectropion.. I had fat transfer about five years ago and it helped but i need them filled again!!! Can most doctors do this procedure?
June 23, 2014
I think physicians need to be very experienced in treating this area or you risk complications and unflattering results. I don't think most doctors can do this procedure in this area with amazing results. Be very selective.
June 22, 2014
You are very lucky, but for some like myself, this can be a nightmare. My doctor didn't listen to my concerns and after a horrible infection, 5 injections to dissolve the lump, 6 weeks of antibiotics, 2 IM shots I now have a granuloma and need surgery to remove it. If the doctor doesn't catch the problem and months go by, it can lead to this. It is traumatic and there hasn't been a day that I haven't cried and felt horrible. I have said this many times, doctors shouldn't inject fillers into this area without specific training and knowing how to handle complications before they become irreversible. These companies and surgeons give you the idea, if there is a problem, just dissolve it and everything is back to normal. THAT IS NOT ALWAYS THE CASE. The FDA should warn against the real possibility of biofilm infections and granulomas and the companies should have special training for this, it is an unforgiving area and mistakes can lead to what I am dealing with. I am happy you have had such a great experience.
June 23, 2014
I'm sorry you have had such a horrible experience, how stressful for you :(
My physician has been wonderful, he has advanced training in this specific treatment area & performs many of them. We did discuss potential risks & complications, he was very upfront with me. I'm so pleased with my results & I'm thankful that I have not been through something as traumatic as your experience. I wish you the best & hope your surgery goes well.
August 16, 2014
Thank you for timeline photos. SO helpful! I'm doing this on Thursday and feel better prepared for the "down time" after viewing your experience.
March 13, 2015
Thank you for your photo progression and reassurance. I just had my first Restylane injections for tear troughs and the swelling is slightly worse than I expected...but no more than you appear to have experienced -- so that gives me hope! Time and patience are definitely called for. I really appreciate you taking the time to post such a thorough story, it has helped me immensely!
UPDATED FROM S.K.T.
4 days post
Day five - just a bit of bruising left
Hi, it's day five for me and my swelling is gone. I have a bit of greenish yellow bruising in a couple places, easily covered by makeup. I took a photo in my car, in natural light, so you can really see my results.
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May 18, 2014
You look great! How much filler did you have put in?
May 19, 2014
Did you have any puffiness under your eyes before along with the hollows below? I only had one syringe total and have wondered if more was needed, I have fairly deep hollows, but also a slightly puffy undereye... perhaps if the under cheek/tear trough was built up a bit more it would do the trick. Did the doctor do both syringes in one visit? The dermatologist I went to wouldn't even do a whole syringe in one visit, she did 3/4 and I went back for the remainder after 2 weeks.
May 19, 2014
I didn't have any puffiness, just the significant hollows. Yes, both syringes were in one visit. I won't need a follow up.
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