Can eye filler cause sinus issues? The doctors here are always saying no, but too many of us are having the same issue.

Question

My doctor used a cannula and made multiple injections under my eye to fill that area and there was one point where he injected and it felt like it went deep and I yelped from the pain; it was exactly where my sinuses are. I felt a shooting pain in the back of my head. Is it not possible that by mistake he injected too deep and somehow it went into my sinuses? I’ve had sinus issues and swelling around my eye ever since, and I don’t usually have sinus issues. It WAS cold and rainy that weekend

Harold J. Kaplan, MD · Answer

Hello,
It would be difficult to imagine how dermal filler injected under the eyes entered into any sinus cavity, so we do not believe that this occurred.  However, it is more likely that the filler placed under the eyes may be blocking the tear duct and creating persistent puffiness in these delicate areas.  The best and most direct way to determine if this is an issue of filler is to have your injector dissolve the filler to see if this improves your situation.   
Regards.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

However, the same sensory nerves that supply the skin of that area are also responsible for the sensations we associate with sinus congestion. There are individuals who get a midface filler treatment that is over done and complain of a sinus congestion sensation. Removing this filler and doing a lighter treatment is the answer.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I'm sorry to hear of the issues you are experiencing.  Fillers properly placed under the eyes should not have any impact positive or negative on sinus issues.  If the filler is still present you can elect to have it dissolved with hyaluronidase. Always choose an experienced injector for treatment.

Can eye filler cause sinus issues? The doctors here are always saying no, but too many of us are having the same issue.

Answers (3)

More Restylane Questions

WE SEND PRETTY
EMAILS

Answers (3)

More Restylane Questions

Is Restylane Kysse or Juvederm Ultra better?

How at-risk is Restylane or Juvederm for causing occlusion on deep forehead scar? (Photo)

I have full but very small lips and a small Cupid’s bow. Am I an ideal candidate for lip filler? (Photo)

Procedures to reduce the look sagging/puffiness of the skin/fat adjacent to my mouth? Not related to ageing (Photo)

Can I use Restylane while on finacea?

Which filler is better and lasts longer? Versa or Restylane Kysse?

WE SEND PRETTY EMAILS

WE SEND PRETTY
EMAILS