Why Should Filler Lumps Be Massaged Out?

February 3, 2011
Asked By:Rachek in Uk

I had perlane a week ago on my nasolabial lines and was concerned about formation of lumps. They were not seen but critically felt after the injection. So, according to some replies received to my previous query, these lumps should be massaged out. They are normal after a week or two, most doctors said (even though one of you said "not really normal"). However, after initial swelling, no bruises, it looks really beautiful,despite some lumpiness still there. Why should I massage them out?

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February 15, 2011

Answer: Lumps that are felt but not seen do not need treatment after fillers

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Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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February 15, 2011

Answer: Lumps that are felt but not seen do not need treatment after fillers

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Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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November 27, 2012

Answer: Perlane and lumps

Sam Naficy, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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November 27, 2012

Answer: Perlane and lumps

Sam Naficy, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
May 10, 2015

Answer: No Need to Massage if Perlane is Only Palpable NOT Visible

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May 10, 2015

Answer: No Need to Massage if Perlane is Only Palpable NOT Visible

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March 9, 2011

Answer: Lumps after Perlane

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March 9, 2011

Answer: Lumps after Perlane

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February 23, 2011

Answer: Filler lumps do not need to be massaged out unless they are visable

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February 23, 2011

Answer: Filler lumps do not need to be massaged out unless they are visable

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