I had Juvederm injected into my nasolabial folds just 24 hours ago. At around 12 hours, a rather large lump began to form right above the line of the crease on the right side of my face. There is a visible, slightly bruised hollow area right beneath the lump. My question is two-fold: how can I tell whether the lump is just temporary swelling, or if the filler is out of place? And how long should I wait (if I should wait) before seeing my doctor about this?
November 14, 2010
Answer: Juvederm injections to the Nasolabial folds
Juvederm injection to the nasolabial folds is a great option to fill mild to moderate creases. It usually requires 1 to 2 syringes and can now be performed with only topical anesthesia with Juvederm XC. The most common immediate side effect is bruising and swelling which may last for up to two weeks. It can be reduced with proper injection technique, an epinephrine containing block and local ice application. The bumps you are experiencing are likely small bruises or hematomas which should resolve. Ice applied to the area every 4 hours for 15 minutes will help reduce this. If they are present for over 2 weeks, then this may represent a collection of the Juvederm under the skin which can be dissolved with hyaluronidase. It is too early to tell, so be patient and apply ice.
I hope this helps.
Dr. Trussler
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November 14, 2010
Answer: Juvederm injections to the Nasolabial folds
Juvederm injection to the nasolabial folds is a great option to fill mild to moderate creases. It usually requires 1 to 2 syringes and can now be performed with only topical anesthesia with Juvederm XC. The most common immediate side effect is bruising and swelling which may last for up to two weeks. It can be reduced with proper injection technique, an epinephrine containing block and local ice application. The bumps you are experiencing are likely small bruises or hematomas which should resolve. Ice applied to the area every 4 hours for 15 minutes will help reduce this. If they are present for over 2 weeks, then this may represent a collection of the Juvederm under the skin which can be dissolved with hyaluronidase. It is too early to tell, so be patient and apply ice.
I hope this helps.
Dr. Trussler
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November 11, 2010
Answer: Lump after Filler using Juvederm
There is a chance that this is swelling, overcorrection or a small hematoma which is a collection of blood under the bruise. You should see your doctor to evaluate and possibly treat this area. If it is overcorrection it can be dissolved with the addition of hyaluronidase.
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November 11, 2010
Answer: Lump after Filler using Juvederm
There is a chance that this is swelling, overcorrection or a small hematoma which is a collection of blood under the bruise. You should see your doctor to evaluate and possibly treat this area. If it is overcorrection it can be dissolved with the addition of hyaluronidase.
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