I got 0.5 restylane last night and I know swelling is normal. But this swelling is unreal (especially on one side) and I don’t think my mouth can swell anymore than it already has. It hurts to talk. I just want comfort to know this swelling will go down.
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January 31, 2018
Answer: Restylane causes severe swelling
Daniel Levy, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Thank you for your question. From your photo, it appears your left eye is bruised. This is common with hyaluronic acid fillers, especially in the tear trough area as the skin is very thin and this should resolve in 1-2 weeks. You can help reduce the risk of bruising with the use of a cannula. I...
Thank you for your question. The use of fillers in the tear trough area depends on many factors and these include the cause of the problem, size of the fat pad and the amount of loose skin. However, if you have a herniated fat pad filler will only mask it for a short period of time. I recommend...
Thank you for your question. If Restylane is the filler you used and made you happy with the results, I would not recommend switching. I recommend following up with your injector every 4-6 months for an evaluation and possible touch-ups. Best of Luck!