Is using a massage table face cradle after filler ok?

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Will my filler and/or Botox be affected by placing my face in a massage table face cradle for an extended period of time for a body massage (face massage excluded)? I had filler in my cheeks, along my cheekbones, and nasolabial folds, along with Botox in my forehead and crows feet. I’m especially concerned about the amount of pressure that will be placed on my cheekbones by laying face down, and concerned I will have “dents” from the face cradle.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I would recommend waiting 1-2 days before using a face cradle during massage. It will take 1-2 weeks for your final results. Best, Dr. Emer

Lorrie Klein, MD · Answer

Great question!  I tell my patients to wait at least 24 hours after their Botox treatment and at least 48 hours after their cheek or temple filler before they can lay face down on a face cradle.

Gregory A. Buford, MD, FACS · Answer

I would definitely wait for at least a week.  Fillers can take 1-2 weeks to settle and integrate into the local tissue.  Putting undue pressure on various areas may then affect the overall results. I hope that helps and wish you the very best!Warmest regards,-Gregory A Buford MD FACSBoard Certified Plastic SurgeonCertified Allergan MASTER Facial Injectables Trainer

Alexander Rivkin, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  I don't recommend getting a massage within the first 24-48 hours after Botox and 2 weeks after filler.  It is not likely the filler will move out of place after a day or two, however, pressure for an extended period of time from a massage table can interfere with healing, as there will be some swelling and bruising in the areas treated. Hope this helps.

Nicholas Gentry, MD · Answer

I would wait a total of at least 14 days to be sure it is all settled before getting a massage. Hope this helps!

Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery - Grand Rapids · Answer

Hello there! After two full weeks, the filler injected should be healed enough to not be affected. I would still be careful to not apply an extreme amount of pressure on that area. Cheers! Sarah RN BSN

Richard E. Moore, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. For neuromodulators such as Botox and Dysport, I would avoid placing your face in a massage cradle for 48 hours. This is probably on the cautious side but why take an avoidable risk. For dermal fillers, I would recommend waiting 7-10 days. Again this is probably on the cautious side.I hope this was helpful - Dr. Moore

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