Pain & discomfort after Radiesse injection in chin. Is it normal?

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Yesterday I had 1,2ml Radiesse injected into my chin. I have no bruising at all but when I move my chin it hurts and it feels extremely sore. I had one restylane injection before about 4 months ago and it didn't hurt back then, so I am a bit worried. I already asked my doctor, he said everything was fine but I am still concerned. Is that normal? Can you inject radiesse after restylane has been injected?

Julia Ann Sullivan Miller, MD · Answer

It is possible that you pain that you are experiencing is due to the trauma from the injections themselves in combination with the volume of the Radiesse that was introduce in the chin area.  If this pain becomes severe or if it persists you should consult your doctor immediately.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

if there is significant pain out of normal pain from needle injection, please see your physician for an evaluation.  Significant pain is not that common.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Goretti Ho Taghva, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I'm sorry you are experiencing pain after your radiesse injection.  Radiesse is an excellent filler for the chin to increase both the projection as well as the vertical length. I think the soreness you are experiencing is likely due to the large volume of product injected in your chin (compared to 1cc of restylane) and the pressure on the mentalis muscle is causing you discomfort.   Since you don't have any bruising/ skin manifestation, it is unlikely that you have a hematoma or vascular occlusion.  The chin tends to be more sensitive after injection than the other areas on the face (e.g. Nose/ cheeks) because we move that area a lot more.  It is also safe to inject radiesse in your chin after your previous restylane injection.  Please continue to follow up with your doctor.  Best wishes.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your Q.Overvolumization in the chin area can cause undue pain.If it persists beyond a week, see your provider who did the chin augmentation with Radiesse.Dr karamanoukian

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