Belotero Lumps - Massage?

Question

I had a superficial injection of Belotero under the eyes three days ago. Should I be massaginbtheblumps down at this point? Thanks!

Michael Constantin Gartner, DO · Answer

Don't massage on your own. Your injector should do this for you. 2 weeks after your injection, if the lumps are still there, please return to them and get them massaged.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Belotero is thinner and easier to massage down vs juvederm/restylane. It smoothes nicely under the eyes once it settles. sincerely, david Hansen,MD

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

After any swelling has gone down, gentle massage is the correct treatment but it's usually best to return to your provider and let them check the placement and do the massage to be sure its moved in the correct direction.

David Shafer, MD, FACS · Answer

Lumps are unusual, but most common with inexperienced injectors and with treatments around the eyes where the skin is very thin.  A few days after injections, massage may help.  If the lumps persist, then you may require injection of Vitrase which will melt or soften the product.  This is true for any HA product, such as Juvederm or Restalyn.

	 

	Good Luck.

Stewart Wang, MD, FACS · Answer

Lumps is one of the most common side effects after filler injection and Belotero is no exception. If you are not experiencing a lot of swelling or bruising then massaging the lumps should be fine. If you are not sure how to do it then it's best to go back to the injecting physician and be shown how to do it. Most of the time, the lumps will go away.

	Best Wishes,

	Stewart Wang, MD FACS, Wang Plastic Surgery

Belotero Lumps - Massage?

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