Is Profhilo safer than hyaluronic acid fillers?

Question

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?

Jon E. Mendelsohn, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi and thank you for your question,
Given that Profhilo is not cross-linked, as most other hyaluronic acid fillers are, it will be quickly metabolized and should not pose a risk of blindness. I would recommend consulting with an experienced injector to ensure safety with any type of injectable.

Maeve Kenningham, MBChB, MRCGP · Answer

Hi Jessica,
Profhilo is still a gel like other HA fillers. BAP areas are areas of the face that have a low risk of vascular occlusion, although not NO risk. But please put risk of blindness from Filler injection  into perspective, it is extremely rare. Reduce your risk of having any complication by seeing a reputable Aesthetic Dr, so even if you have a complication like an infection or an inflammatory reaction etc (again unusual) your Aesthetic Dr has the knowledge and skills to deal with these.

Christopher R. Macdonald, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

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

Neel Bector, MD · Answer

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

Rita Rakus, MBBS - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. It is always best to see you face to face for a consult and examination however in this case profhilo could help- but it still carries risks. If it is volume loss in the face deeper fillers could be better to get the results you are after. I hope that helps answer your question. Always seek an experienced and qualified medical professional for these treatments. Very best wishes

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