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Is it possible for Restylane to cause bigger pores?

I got my cheeks with restylane for a smoother skin. The same day after the procedure I noticed that the enlarged pores I have, one of them appears suddenly much bigger? How is this possible? Will it shrink, will it go away?

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Large Pores After Injections

December 28th, 2014
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It is most likely that transient edema from the injection has temporarily enlarged your pores. This should self correct itself.
Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS
December 28th, 2014

Large Pores After Injections

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It is most likely that transient edema from the injection has temporarily enlarged your pores. This should self correct itself.
Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS

Restylane and effects on the skin

November 16th, 2014
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Depending on the amount of Restylane used and area such as th cheeks it can definitely appear they the skin texture has changed or the pores have enlarged. This should be temporary unless too much product was placed improperly. I prefer Sculptra or Voluma for this mid face area since you will usually not have this effect. Please consult a board certified dermatologist Eitan experience with facial injections for the best cosmetic results. 

Web reference: http://www.michelegreenmd.com/restylane

Michele S. Green, MD
November 16th, 2014

Restylane and effects on the skin

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Depending on the amount of Restylane used and area such as th cheeks it can definitely appear they the skin texture has changed or the pores have enlarged. This should be temporary unless too much product was placed improperly. I prefer Sculptra or Voluma for this mid face area since you will usually not have this effect. Please consult a board certified dermatologist Eitan experience with facial injections for the best cosmetic results. 

Learn more: http://www.michelegreenmd.com/restylane

Michele S. Green, MD

Restylane

November 13th, 2014
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If the skin is stretched or swollen, the pores can appear larger.  This should go away as the swelling from the restylane subsides.
Jessica Lattman, MD
November 13th, 2014

Restylane

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If the skin is stretched or swollen, the pores can appear larger.  This should go away as the swelling from the restylane subsides.
Jessica Lattman, MD

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