I will be having Restylane injected for my under eye hollows. I am so afraid. I worry about retinal occulusion, and blindness. I also worry about long term effects. Can you give me your opinion about the procedure under the eyes? Thank you.
Answer: This is EXTREMELY rare... Retinal artery occlusion and blindness are extremely rare
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Answer: This is EXTREMELY rare... Retinal artery occlusion and blindness are extremely rare
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Answer: Restylane injections around the eyes There are risks associated with filler injections around the eyes, just as in any other area. There are some reports of filler injections around the eyes causing blindness, but these are extremely rare events. This procedure is performed many times every day (probably hundreds if not thousands of times) all around the country.
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Answer: Restylane injections around the eyes There are risks associated with filler injections around the eyes, just as in any other area. There are some reports of filler injections around the eyes causing blindness, but these are extremely rare events. This procedure is performed many times every day (probably hundreds if not thousands of times) all around the country.
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July 25, 2016
Answer: Safety of Restylane When performed by an expert board certified plastic surgeon, Restylane injections under the eyes are safe. However, as with any cosmetic treatment, there are risks to consider. You are very aware that the area around the eyes is very delicate and therefore should only be treated by an expert with a lot of experience to reduce your level of risk. I perform Restylane injections under the eyes several times a day and have not had a patient experience retinal occlusion or blindness. So please just take your time to find an expert to perform your injections so the results are safe and beautiful!
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July 25, 2016
Answer: Safety of Restylane When performed by an expert board certified plastic surgeon, Restylane injections under the eyes are safe. However, as with any cosmetic treatment, there are risks to consider. You are very aware that the area around the eyes is very delicate and therefore should only be treated by an expert with a lot of experience to reduce your level of risk. I perform Restylane injections under the eyes several times a day and have not had a patient experience retinal occlusion or blindness. So please just take your time to find an expert to perform your injections so the results are safe and beautiful!
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February 17, 2016
Answer: Blidness after restylane injection There have been cases of blindness after dermal filler injections, this most commonly happens in the forehead area. To reduce the risk of injecting filler into the artery, a cannula can be used. It is difficult, although not impossible, to penetrate the wall of an artery with a cannula. In my opinion, filler done with a cannula into the tear trough area by the right injector and for the right patient will give you excellent results without lumps or discoloration. Bruising is always a potential problem, but is reduced with the use of a cannula. Good Luck.
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February 17, 2016
Answer: Blidness after restylane injection There have been cases of blindness after dermal filler injections, this most commonly happens in the forehead area. To reduce the risk of injecting filler into the artery, a cannula can be used. It is difficult, although not impossible, to penetrate the wall of an artery with a cannula. In my opinion, filler done with a cannula into the tear trough area by the right injector and for the right patient will give you excellent results without lumps or discoloration. Bruising is always a potential problem, but is reduced with the use of a cannula. Good Luck.
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January 3, 2016
Answer: No damage to eyes or eyesight when performed correctly At two weeks after your treatment, you should expect most of the swelling to have resolved itself by now. I would recommend you visit your injector to have this looked at. You shouldn’t feel as much pain and this could be a complication.
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January 3, 2016
Answer: No damage to eyes or eyesight when performed correctly At two weeks after your treatment, you should expect most of the swelling to have resolved itself by now. I would recommend you visit your injector to have this looked at. You shouldn’t feel as much pain and this could be a complication.
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