I had Juvederm done on Friday for my nasolabial lines and marionette lines. I expected swelling (which I had, and is reducing) but didn't expect hardness under the skin. It feels like two hard lines running down the nasolabial lines. Is this normal? And if so, how long will it last?
Answer: Some irregularities are normal... It’s not unusual for patients to have contour irregularities of the facial skin following Juvederm injections. In the vast majority of patients this is usually related to swelling and may take several weeks to resolve.Unfortunately, in some cases these lumps, bumps and areas of hardness may be related to uneven injection of Juvederm or superficial injection of Juvederm. The hard lines you describe following treatment of nasolabial folds and marionette lines probably fall into this category. Juvederm tends to absorb water which can accentuate this problem as well. When this situation arises, it’s important to contact your physician. In some cases gentle massage will address the problem. In other cases removal of the Juvederm will be necessary. This can be accomplished by either perforating the skin and extracting the material or using the enzyme hyaluronidase to dissolve the material.
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Answer: Some irregularities are normal... It’s not unusual for patients to have contour irregularities of the facial skin following Juvederm injections. In the vast majority of patients this is usually related to swelling and may take several weeks to resolve.Unfortunately, in some cases these lumps, bumps and areas of hardness may be related to uneven injection of Juvederm or superficial injection of Juvederm. The hard lines you describe following treatment of nasolabial folds and marionette lines probably fall into this category. Juvederm tends to absorb water which can accentuate this problem as well. When this situation arises, it’s important to contact your physician. In some cases gentle massage will address the problem. In other cases removal of the Juvederm will be necessary. This can be accomplished by either perforating the skin and extracting the material or using the enzyme hyaluronidase to dissolve the material.
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March 4, 2017
Answer: Juvederm Hardness
Their are many causes of hardness after Juvederm:
Improper injection plane
Improper techinque
Aggregation of material (more common in Radiesse)
Rare (nodule)
Microhematoma
Followup with your injector per your concern level.
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March 4, 2017
Answer: Juvederm Hardness
Their are many causes of hardness after Juvederm:
Improper injection plane
Improper techinque
Aggregation of material (more common in Radiesse)
Rare (nodule)
Microhematoma
Followup with your injector per your concern level.
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May 31, 2010
Answer: Lumps and Ridges after Juvederm
Being that the swelling has progressively reduced, the firmness may also likely soften within the first two weeks. We teach our patients not to be overly concerned of what they can only feel versus seeing. Our patients are invited to return in two weeks so that we may address any questions, concerns, and make certain that our mutual treatment goals were achieved. With that said, I would encourage you to contact your practitioner. He or she may not want you massaging the area.
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May 31, 2010
Answer: Lumps and Ridges after Juvederm
Being that the swelling has progressively reduced, the firmness may also likely soften within the first two weeks. We teach our patients not to be overly concerned of what they can only feel versus seeing. Our patients are invited to return in two weeks so that we may address any questions, concerns, and make certain that our mutual treatment goals were achieved. With that said, I would encourage you to contact your practitioner. He or she may not want you massaging the area.
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February 1, 2009
Answer: Hardness or lumps are rare, but treatable Juvederm Injections on lip area can sometimes couse some temporary reactions such as swelling, tenderness, brusing, redness, and also as some patients report, the feeling of uneven hard lumps. Usually, condition like these should resolve on its own within days. You could try to massage gently the injection site. It is always recommended to contact your physician to make sure he is aware of your concerns. A quick check up is always a good idea. In rare cases, the lump should be treated with an enzyme called Hyaluronidase that can dissolve the Juvederm.
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February 1, 2009
Answer: Hardness or lumps are rare, but treatable Juvederm Injections on lip area can sometimes couse some temporary reactions such as swelling, tenderness, brusing, redness, and also as some patients report, the feeling of uneven hard lumps. Usually, condition like these should resolve on its own within days. You could try to massage gently the injection site. It is always recommended to contact your physician to make sure he is aware of your concerns. A quick check up is always a good idea. In rare cases, the lump should be treated with an enzyme called Hyaluronidase that can dissolve the Juvederm.
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April 14, 2017
Answer: This is common, but talk to your doctor Hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm and Restylane create some of their beneficial effect by drawing water into the area, expanding the material, and creating the plump and full appearance you desire. Depending on your skin type, the amount of filler injected, and the technique, this can sometimes cause the thick feeling you describe. Usually it abates in a few days, but I would discuss it with my plastic surgeon or dermatologist.
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April 14, 2017
Answer: This is common, but talk to your doctor Hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm and Restylane create some of their beneficial effect by drawing water into the area, expanding the material, and creating the plump and full appearance you desire. Depending on your skin type, the amount of filler injected, and the technique, this can sometimes cause the thick feeling you describe. Usually it abates in a few days, but I would discuss it with my plastic surgeon or dermatologist.
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