Hi, I have recently - 3 days ago, had Juvederm Voluma in my upper cheeks to correct quite pronounced flatness. After 3 days they are very tender, & though no bruise is visable, seem quite pronounced and very hard. More so on one side. My Derm has advised they will soften, not to massage, but just leave well enough alone (and take arnica). I am very surprised at the hardness.. & a little worried! Is it possible that the size will indeed subside? Can bruising & swelling cause hardness? Thank you!
November 11, 2018
Answer: What is the Recovery Time for Voluma in Upper Cheeks? Thank you for your question and your photos. You are early in your post procedure course. Usually the patient sees the start of the neuromodulators, (Botox Dysport, Xeomin), working at day 4. The fillers usually see some result early, but some modulation continues. In our office we have patients come back at 2 weeks for their check on their neuromodulator or filler. At that point, most of the swelling is usually down, and we have an idea of the result. This may be delayed if the patient has a bruise. Often, asymmetry can be improved. Please make sure your well trained, experienced injector knows your current status.Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLas Vegas Plastic Surgery
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November 11, 2018
Answer: What is the Recovery Time for Voluma in Upper Cheeks? Thank you for your question and your photos. You are early in your post procedure course. Usually the patient sees the start of the neuromodulators, (Botox Dysport, Xeomin), working at day 4. The fillers usually see some result early, but some modulation continues. In our office we have patients come back at 2 weeks for their check on their neuromodulator or filler. At that point, most of the swelling is usually down, and we have an idea of the result. This may be delayed if the patient has a bruise. Often, asymmetry can be improved. Please make sure your well trained, experienced injector knows your current status.Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLas Vegas Plastic Surgery
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September 11, 2018
Answer: Voluma Recovery Thank you for your question, Alice24! It is normal to be experiencing swelling at 3 days after your injections. It typically takes 1-2 weeks for all swelling to subside and the filler to be settled. I would continue with the arnica until then and if you are still having an issue at that point, follow up with your injector. Good luck!
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September 11, 2018
Answer: Voluma Recovery Thank you for your question, Alice24! It is normal to be experiencing swelling at 3 days after your injections. It typically takes 1-2 weeks for all swelling to subside and the filler to be settled. I would continue with the arnica until then and if you are still having an issue at that point, follow up with your injector. Good luck!
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August 10, 2018
Answer: Recovery Time for Voluma Thanks for your question. What you’re describing sounds normal, as Voluma is a dermal filler that is injected deep in the tissue, deeper than some other fillers, and it can create some deep swelling and tenderness for a few days after treatment. Many patients report a feeling of ‘hardness’ or ‘firmness’ within the first few days after injections which is due to some swelling and inflammation. There is also the possibility that there was a slight hematoma from hitting one of the tiny vessels. If you’re having severe pain, swelling, or redness of the skin it’s best to contact your injector directly for follow-up.
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August 10, 2018
Answer: Recovery Time for Voluma Thanks for your question. What you’re describing sounds normal, as Voluma is a dermal filler that is injected deep in the tissue, deeper than some other fillers, and it can create some deep swelling and tenderness for a few days after treatment. Many patients report a feeling of ‘hardness’ or ‘firmness’ within the first few days after injections which is due to some swelling and inflammation. There is also the possibility that there was a slight hematoma from hitting one of the tiny vessels. If you’re having severe pain, swelling, or redness of the skin it’s best to contact your injector directly for follow-up.
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