I got filler in the nasolabial folds and they injected with a cannula through a single entry point and my nasolabial folds looked so much worse that I’m dissolving ( missed the spot completely). I noticed that 50% of the time injectors missed and mI think in those instances they used a cannula. Is needles with multiple injection points the way to go to inject nl folds? How do I find a provider who uses needles for this area?
July 3, 2023
Answer: Needle versus cannula Injectors vary in their preferences in using cannulas versus needles. I encourage you to focus on the injector instead of the delivery method. You want to select an injector who is experienced, listens to your concerns, and has before/after photos that you can review.
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July 3, 2023
Answer: Needle versus cannula Injectors vary in their preferences in using cannulas versus needles. I encourage you to focus on the injector instead of the delivery method. You want to select an injector who is experienced, listens to your concerns, and has before/after photos that you can review.
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June 30, 2023
Answer: Injector's Preference Hello, hope you're well. Good results can be achieved with either technique, assuming you're an appropriate candidate for filler. Many injectors favor the use of cannulas in the nasolabial fold area because they are perceived as safer. (The blunt tip of the cannula makes it theoretically impossible to puncture and embolize an artery which can cause serious complications). The more injection points that are used with a needle, the higher the risk of a vascular complication. Although vascular complications are rare, and can still occur with either method, I tend to agree with this viewpoint. However, unique circumstances can create reason for an individualized approach.
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June 30, 2023
Answer: Injector's Preference Hello, hope you're well. Good results can be achieved with either technique, assuming you're an appropriate candidate for filler. Many injectors favor the use of cannulas in the nasolabial fold area because they are perceived as safer. (The blunt tip of the cannula makes it theoretically impossible to puncture and embolize an artery which can cause serious complications). The more injection points that are used with a needle, the higher the risk of a vascular complication. Although vascular complications are rare, and can still occur with either method, I tend to agree with this viewpoint. However, unique circumstances can create reason for an individualized approach.
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