I received 2 syringes of Juvederm Voluma 14 days ago from a Facial Plastic Surgeon. Unfortunately, he hit a blood vessel under my left eye which caused a huge ugly bruise (still slightly present) and swelling. I am now concerned with the bags/puffiness I have under my eyes. I don't know if this is "swelling" that will continue to go down or if it is "fat bags" that were pushed upwards when the filler was injected. I feel like my face looks distorted now and I am considering dissolving.
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Voluma doesn't move or migrate once it has settled. You are probably just swollen. Which is completely normal. Things should improve over the next 2 weeks. If they don't or if things get worse then see your surgeon.
It is very difficult to tell from this photo if the Voluma injections need to be dissolved. You should post close up before and after photos to evaluate that type of question. If you are unhappy you can return to your treating physician for examination and possible dissolving of the product. ...
Hello,
Voluma is a hyaluronic acid filler that is indicated for volume loss in the mid face. Its larger particle size provides a great lift along the cheeks and zygomatic arch. In our practice, I do not recommend it for areas like the tear trough that have thinner tissue. I prefer to use...