What is the healing time for Restylane injections? I have a small event 9 days after. Is it enough time or should I postpone?

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I have a family party nine days after my restylane injection appointment for cheeks and marionette lines. Should I postpone or do you think that is enough time for complete healing and any bruising to be gone? I do not wear makeup so have not technique skills for cover up. I am not using any blood thinning products.

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

Should be no problem - even more is better, but that's a good start.We use a number of special approaches to minimize the risk of bruising for people with a special event coming up.  Microcannulas, certain medications, and other techniques make bruising much less likely.Best of luck!

Melda A. Isaac, MD · Answer

One should expect redness and swelling immediately after injection of Restylane or any Hyaluronic acid, that will last one to two days post treatment . Since bruising is possible with any injection, it is best to avoid treatment within 1-2 weeks of a special event. I ask my patients at my Washington DC practice to avoid taking medications that can increase risk of bruising such as aspirin, NSAIDs, or fish oil 7 days prior to injections to minimize chances of bruising.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Usually fillers injected into these areas do not cause significant bruising unless you are taking blood thinners.  But no guarantees.

S. Randolph Waldman, MD · Answer

IN general the recovery from any filler injections can be a matter of hours but certainly most of the noticeable swelling should be ablated in 2-3 days.  However if bruising occurs it can take up to 7-10 days to go away .  But of course that is why make up can be so important!

Stuart H. Bentkover, MD (retired) · Answer

It is not an issue of healing with Restylane.  It is an issue of potential bruising or persistent swelling.  This can be related to where the product is placed and how much is used.  I would probably put off the injection until after your event.

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