My main concern is that a VO occurs and it causes blindness it has really scared me into not getting it. But now I have learned about a VO it has totally put me off but now my confidence is a huge issue as I do not feel confident about my lips as their rather thin.
Answer: The risk is not zero but it is pretty low. Last year there were something like 8 million filler treatments. Vision loss is rare and a reasonable estimate is there are about 20 of these cases a year. The puts the risk of vision loss at about one in about 250000 treatments. That is a number that is so low, it is hard to think about the risk. Certain factors increase the potential risk. First half of these cases seem to take place in South Korea. Injecting small volumes makes a difference. The use of a cannula may or may not make any difference. The lip is an area seldom associated with vision loss. If you can't accept these low levels of risk, it is understandable. Don't have service. However, many understand the risk is quite low and are comfortable having service.
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Answer: The risk is not zero but it is pretty low. Last year there were something like 8 million filler treatments. Vision loss is rare and a reasonable estimate is there are about 20 of these cases a year. The puts the risk of vision loss at about one in about 250000 treatments. That is a number that is so low, it is hard to think about the risk. Certain factors increase the potential risk. First half of these cases seem to take place in South Korea. Injecting small volumes makes a difference. The use of a cannula may or may not make any difference. The lip is an area seldom associated with vision loss. If you can't accept these low levels of risk, it is understandable. Don't have service. However, many understand the risk is quite low and are comfortable having service.
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February 9, 2023
Answer: Lip filler vascular occlusion - certified, experienced, and skilled aesthetic medical provider Thanks for your question.
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February 9, 2023
Answer: Lip filler vascular occlusion - certified, experienced, and skilled aesthetic medical provider Thanks for your question.
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December 5, 2022
Answer: Risk There is risk with any treatment that you may consider, but it is important to weigh the risk with the benefit. There is no way to completely remove the risk of vascular occlusion but you can take comfort that it is rare. Selecting an experienced injector will also work in your favor. The benefit is that you can improve the appearance of your lips, and thus your confidence.
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December 5, 2022
Answer: Risk There is risk with any treatment that you may consider, but it is important to weigh the risk with the benefit. There is no way to completely remove the risk of vascular occlusion but you can take comfort that it is rare. Selecting an experienced injector will also work in your favor. The benefit is that you can improve the appearance of your lips, and thus your confidence.
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Answer: VO in lips VO risk in lips can be minimised if your medical professional uses a cannula instead of a needle.Cannula has a blunt tip and is much safer.Also VO in lips does not lead to blindness and can be reversed immediately with hyaluronidase
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Answer: VO in lips VO risk in lips can be minimised if your medical professional uses a cannula instead of a needle.Cannula has a blunt tip and is much safer.Also VO in lips does not lead to blindness and can be reversed immediately with hyaluronidase
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December 28, 2022
Answer: Dermal Filler Risks Hi there! The most common side effects of dermal filler are redness at the injection site, bruising, and lumps. Vascular occlusion, which is when filler is unintentionally injected into a blood vessel, can lead to serious complications like tissue death or blindness if the filler isn't quickly dissolved. This is an extremely rare occurrence and the risk can be reduced by seeing an experienced provider who is well versed in facial anatomy and who knows how to manage emergency situations. Hope this helps!
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December 28, 2022
Answer: Dermal Filler Risks Hi there! The most common side effects of dermal filler are redness at the injection site, bruising, and lumps. Vascular occlusion, which is when filler is unintentionally injected into a blood vessel, can lead to serious complications like tissue death or blindness if the filler isn't quickly dissolved. This is an extremely rare occurrence and the risk can be reduced by seeing an experienced provider who is well versed in facial anatomy and who knows how to manage emergency situations. Hope this helps!
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