My Restylane treatment gave me bigger bags and discolouration (probably injected too superficially). Now my doctor insists on squeezing it out rather than using hyaluronidase. He thinks hyaluronidase is risky. I can't afford going to a 2nd doctor and want this one to correct it.Which means I'll have to go through with the squeeze procedure. What I'm asking is,are there any risks involved with this? Or is the worst case scenario only that it will be ineffective? Can it cause permanent damage?
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March 5, 2016
Answer: Tear Trough Fillers -- Try Cannulas; hylauronidase if unhappy
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
I often use fillers for acne scars with fantastic results. I use a great deal of fillers for this reason. However, if the fillers do not look correct you should return to have it dissolved. Please consult an expert with scars and fillers for the best results. Best, Dr. Green
Please consult a specialist to have Vitrase injected to dissolve the product. There is no other way to have the Restylane which was injected under the eyes to be removed. In the future you should look into Belotero and only consult a board certified dermatologist with experience with this a...