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Is it normal for cheek muscles to hurt days after Voluma injections?

I had Voluma injected into my cheeks about 5 days ago, and the past few days my cheek muscles have felt tense. Almost as if I've been smiling for a very long period. The pain really only happens toward the end of the day. I'm assuming this a normal during the healing process?

Doctor Answers 6

Post op pain

December 2nd, 2016
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It is normal to experience a bit of pain or discomfort from your Voluma injections. It should subside within a week to 10 days. If it does not then see your surgeon to be assessed in person.

Kindly,

Kouros Azar

Web reference: http://www.azarplasticsurgery.com/non-surgical/juvederm.cfm

Kouros Azar, MD
December 2nd, 2016

Post op pain

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It is normal to experience a bit of pain or discomfort from your Voluma injections. It should subside within a week to 10 days. If it does not then see your surgeon to be assessed in person.

Kindly,

Kouros Azar

Learn more: http://www.azarplasticsurgery.com/non-surgical/juvederm.cfm

Kouros Azar, MD

Voluma and Pain

November 14th, 2016
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There can be some pain or a feeling of tightness after Voluma injections or any facial injections.  If you are concerned you should return to your treating physician for examination.  A small amount of extra strength tylenol usually helps this uncomfortable sensation.  Best, Dr. Green

Web reference: http://www.michelegreend.com/juvederm-voluma

Michele S. Green, MD
November 14th, 2016

Voluma and Pain

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There can be some pain or a feeling of tightness after Voluma injections or any facial injections.  If you are concerned you should return to your treating physician for examination.  A small amount of extra strength tylenol usually helps this uncomfortable sensation.  Best, Dr. Green

Learn more: http://www.michelegreend.com/juvederm-voluma

Michele S. Green, MD

Voluma and Cheek Pain

March 10th, 2016
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Thanks for your question!  My patients often tell me they experience some cheek pain for several days after Voluma injections.  The pain is related to the deeper injections and the swelling that takes place.  If your pain persists, I recommend contacting your injector.  Best of luck to you!

Web reference: https://www.roxyplasticsurgery.com

K. Roxanne Grawe, MD
March 10th, 2016

Voluma and Cheek Pain

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Thanks for your question!  My patients often tell me they experience some cheek pain for several days after Voluma injections.  The pain is related to the deeper injections and the swelling that takes place.  If your pain persists, I recommend contacting your injector.  Best of luck to you!

Learn more: https://www.roxyplasticsurgery.com

K. Roxanne Grawe, MD

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You can have pain after injections with needles, I suggest seeing your physician if you are concerned.  Severe pain can be a sign of something wrong, but small pain is normal.  Best, Dr. Emer.
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You can have pain after injections with needles, I suggest seeing your physician if you are concerned.  Severe pain can be a sign of something wrong, but small pain is normal.  Best, Dr. Emer.
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Yes, that is normal

March 9th, 2016
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Voluma is supposed to be placed deep preferably over the bone.  To do this the injector must inject the needle through your muscle.  Most of my patients notice it when they go to eat since the masseter chewing muscle is the one that takes the brunt of action, and typically lasts only 3-4 days.

This pain should go away very soon.  You should talk to your provider about this.
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Yes, that is normal

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Voluma is supposed to be placed deep preferably over the bone.  To do this the injector must inject the needle through your muscle.  Most of my patients notice it when they go to eat since the masseter chewing muscle is the one that takes the brunt of action, and typically lasts only 3-4 days.

This pain should go away very soon.  You should talk to your provider about this.
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Tenderness After Voluma Injections

March 8th, 2016
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Hi MDLA,

Best to contact your injecting physician to answer your question if your symptoms continue.

Good luck and be well.

Dr. P
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Hi MDLA,

Best to contact your injecting physician to answer your question if your symptoms continue.

Good luck and be well.

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