This is the first time I have Restylane injected. This photo I added is from today 4/17/13. The one with no makeup is me post op. mind you I have extreme natural dark circles around the eyes ( that isn't bruising). The lumps under each eye are very, very concerning to me! Is this normal? When will the lumps subside if ever? Ir was this a bad job done on me. I've also included a before photo to show what I looked like under the eyes regarding wrinkles and no lumps. Help!!
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Thank you for your question about injectable fillers. It is true that everyone metabolizes products differently. However, the product would last several months, definitely longer than two weeks. I think you just need more product. It is impossible to know without an in person con...
Bruising can occur no matter how skilled the injector. This will usually resolve over a period of weeks. Occasionally, the heme pigment can persist for longer.
Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
In general, the side effects of Restylane may include:
1) Tenderness around the injection site
2) Redness
3) Light bruising
4) Minor swelling
5) Lumps or bumps
In reference to what your doctor told you, light swelling is normal. However, the swelling you have is not. You need...