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Why would you? Alcohol causes bleeding and bruising, which can compromise a good result and add swelling. This is especially true for the lips. Have it done 10 days after your next bender!
Alcohol use prior to surgery or injections, can lead to more bruising. Best of luck with your lip injections when you decide to do it.
It won't affect your ultimate results but alcohol will thin your blood somewhat. When the bruises heal, the results should be similar to if you hadn't drunk. I'd do it on a day you are feeling better.
Alcohol will act to dilate (or open) small blood vessels . This can cause an increase in bruising and bleeding with the procedure. As with any procedure, it is important to go in with a clear head so that you can understand the risks and full informed consent. Best Regards, Dr. Stutman
Hi jpnurse, I know of no correlation between Juvederm injections and the development of thyroid nodules. I would consider this a coincidence.
In my practice, I try to stay away from these combination regimens, as cortisones are non-selective inhibitors of melanocytes. I would recommend my patients to start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for the pigmentation. I would start with an intense skin rejuvenation protocol for age spots that i...
The needles used for Juvederm injections are extremely small and you should not expect any scarring from them. Temporary redness, bruising, and swelling are all potential things you might experience after Juvederm injections but these are very short-lasting.
Dermal or wrinkle fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane or Radiesse do not have any effect whatsoever on metabolism/hunger ; neither does Botox. Some people who have pain may feel like increasing food intake to help with pain.
Thank you for your questions and photographs. My first recommendation would be to clear the infection completely, take all of your antibiotics and allow the swelling to all recede before contemplating any additional lip work. Once there is no sign of infection or swelling, consider a...
Thank you for your question.Swelling and bruising are common after injectables and can last up to two weeks. Although in your case your bruising is very prominent, in which I would recommend contacting the provider who injected you for a follow up appointment to discuss your concerns. To be...
