Went to a Med spa had Restylane in tear trough they popped a vein. (photos)

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Went back looked through book and they said I was the worst. The black eye and swelling was the worse they'd seen gave me a check for the $299 and said sorry, my eye is so deflated like a balloon it looks like I'm ten years older only on one side what can I do!!! Didn't cash the check yet, botox didn't work either should I have asked for a refund too???

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

The bruising will resolve in several weeks. In the mean time, VBeam, arnica and cold compresses can help give improvement. With injections to the tear troughs, I recommend using cannulas to limit bruising. See an expert for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

You need to find experienced injectors.  Any time you are poked with a needle you can bruise.  I think it is bizarre that they gave you money back for causing a bruise.  The bruise will take about 2 weeks to resolve.  At that point, you may need to have your service adjusted.  Some times you get what you pay for.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

I'm sorry you had a large bruise. You will likely make a full recovery. Bruising in this area is extremely common and it's due to the large number of tiny vessels found in the area. To avoid bruising next time, have the injection performed with a microcannula and be sure they needle is placed lower than the orbicular muscle. Generally speaking, if they educated you and reviewed the risks of this injection, then you signed an informed consent, they had no obligation to give you money back. Be sure you do not have any more procedures for which you are not willing to accept the risks, even if they're rare.Another reason you could have bruised is due to the use of blood thinners like aspirin and ibuprofen. See the link below on how best to prepare for injections.Better luck next time!

Melvin Elson, MD · Answer

First of all you should be seeing a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon not being treated at a med spa. That being said, this will resolve completely and if you have it done again it is important to have the right experienced person injecting and a cannula is not the answer. that is not magic. the correct answer is the right doctor

Robert Whitfield, MD · Answer

This is very unfortunate.  If you can recall how much was placed in terms of fillers and Botox I would then seek another opinion.  The Smart Beauty Guid can be used to find a surgeon in your area.

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

in general, I do not advocate injecting a filler in the eyelid as it is frought with complications; it can cause hematoma, skin necrosis, and a long term complication called Tindel's effect. At this time, you have to perform conservative measures only.

Went to a Med spa had Restylane in tear trough they popped a vein. (photos)

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