Voluma injected into temples 11 wks ago. Since then I have been experiencing a tightness and pressure feeling in the area?

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I have been to my doctor and I'm in good healthy. The filler doesn't hurt but I can feel it pushing and pressure on the temples. I have been taking pain killers to numb the feeling for 11weeks. I'm wondering if too much filler has been placed In there? I if getting some dissolved would ease the pressure feeling?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry to hear of your post-filler issues.  In general some pressure after placement of Voluma is not uncommon in the temple region but this typically resolves as the filler matures and softens.  If after 11 weeks this is unlikely to change spontaneously and I would advocate having some of the voluma dissolved by your injector.  Best wishes.

Roberto E. Garcia, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is not uncommon after Voluma injection to the temples for you to have tightness and swelling. Generally speaking Voluma is one of those fillers that has a smaller affinity for water. If you still have tightness at 11 weeks I would recommend that you re-consult with your physician. You might be a candidate for dissolving the Voluma with Wydase. I hope this helps

Zein E. Obagi, MD · Answer

Your symptoms are quite unusual and usually Voluma can be safely injected into the temples to give it volume. I would get in touch with your doctor and have him examine you. As a HA-based filler, Voluma can always be dissolved if you aren't pleased with the results or if you are having symptoms associated with its insertion.

Kouros Azar, MD · Answer

I would expect, after 11 weeks, for the tightness to resolve. If it is bothering you then yes, return to your injector and discuss having some of it dissolved.

Grace Liu, MD · Answer

Hi,It is pretty common to feel tightness in the temples after Voluma injection but it usually goes away by a week.  I don't know how much you had placed but if it is uncomfortable, you should ask your provider if they can dissolve it for you.Warmly,Dr.Liu

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