Hello. I had Restylane injected into face 2 years ago. Intense pain in face for many months and a facial dent. 2 years. I still have it. After 2nd treatment dent was gone for two days. Now it’s back. Is the damage permanent? What about fat fillers? It’s really affected my life and made me sad.
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October 30, 2018
Answer: Filler (Restylane, Juvederm, Voluma) Results take 1-2 weeks
Hi @Ski bunny! I would recommend waiting two weeks for the swelling and bruising to subside. If you are unhappy after two weeks, you can dissolve the filler with Hyaluronidase. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!
Swelling and bruising is common after dermal fillers. The tear trough area is a very delicate area. I use a micro-cannula in my practice to decrease chances of bruising. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!
If you are worried about your filler results because there is swelling, lumps or bumps, consider reversing it with hyaluronidase. If that did not work it could be that you have a granuloma that needs steroids/5fu injections or surgical removal. Ift scould be normal anatomy that should be ev...
