Is a local anesthetic necessary when injecting a Chin Filler?

Hi Kachela.  Chin injections tend to be pretty straightforward, easy and not a lot of pain.  If anything, we would use a triple numbing cream, Lidocaine, Benzocaine, Tretracaine mix at 30% and a cold pack.  Nothing else is required.To see before and after photos of chin injections on one of our Long Beach, CA patients click on the link below.

Hi K,It is not necessary to have local anesthesia injected prior to having chin filler injections.  Most fillers have a little local anesthetic mixed in the syringe.  The use of micro-canullas for the injections makes the process even more comfortable.  Be sure to choose your injecting physician most carefully.  Good luck and be well.Dr. P

No, this is not required. However, most fillers actually include lidocaine mixed into the filler product to reduce discomfort. Radiesse and Juvederm are available without lidocaine. All of the other fillers are pre-mixed with local anesthetic. Many injectors will also use a topical anesthetic. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon