I'm particularly concerned about the risk of blindness. I am in my thirties and noticing that my nose-to-mouth lines are becoming more prominent and my skin isn't as plump/firm in my upper cheeks. I've considered HA fillers however I am very scared of the risk of irreversible blindness. My doctor suggested that Profhilo might benefit me as overall my skin is fairly good and she thinks this will help give me a slight "lift" in the jowl/cheek area. Is Profhilo any safer or are my chances of going blind the same as with HA fillers?
February 8, 2020
Answer: Profhilo Thanks for the question. The risk of blindness from Profhilo is incredibly small. This is mostly because the BAP protocol injections are well away from the main vessels that we worry about and because the injections should be intra-dermal (in the skin and not near any major vessels). Having said that, the risk of blindness from HA fillers is still incredibly small and can be lessened by using a well trained injector who understands your anatomy, and techniques such as the use of a large bore cannula. Good luck! Dr Chris Macdonald CRM Aesthetics
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February 8, 2020
Answer: Profhilo Thanks for the question. The risk of blindness from Profhilo is incredibly small. This is mostly because the BAP protocol injections are well away from the main vessels that we worry about and because the injections should be intra-dermal (in the skin and not near any major vessels). Having said that, the risk of blindness from HA fillers is still incredibly small and can be lessened by using a well trained injector who understands your anatomy, and techniques such as the use of a large bore cannula. Good luck! Dr Chris Macdonald CRM Aesthetics
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March 28, 2019
Answer: Profhilo safety Hi, thank you for the question. Profhilo is hyaluronic acid based product but its different from other HA fillers. It helps our own collagen and elastin production. In other HA fillers pre built product is injected. With profhilo risk of blindness is lesser compared to other HA based fillers. I would recommend you to consult an experienced injector for further evaluation. Best Regards, Dr. Neel Bector
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March 28, 2019
Answer: Profhilo safety Hi, thank you for the question. Profhilo is hyaluronic acid based product but its different from other HA fillers. It helps our own collagen and elastin production. In other HA fillers pre built product is injected. With profhilo risk of blindness is lesser compared to other HA based fillers. I would recommend you to consult an experienced injector for further evaluation. Best Regards, Dr. Neel Bector
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