I had Juvederm done yesterday.Doctor used only half a syringe,as she saw I started bruising right away. I was told to come back in a week to see the results and adjust/add of what is left. I see a lot of bruising on one side and a vertical line on the other.I read Juvederm should be injected from lower to upper part.But doctor used a top to bottom approach.Does my doctor use the right technique? Should I dissolve the filler and look for another doctor?Will I get rid of this visible line?
April 27, 2017
Answer: Bruising after Juvederm Thank you for your question and for submitting your photos. There are a variety of techniques used to inject the nasolabial folds (NLF) - I personally inject from the top the the bottom for most patients, but I have also seen many injectors inject from the bottom to the top. Unfortunately, some of the most common side effects of cosmetic injections are swelling and bruising. I often prefer to use a blunt cannula in the NLFs rather than a sharp needle to minimize the risk of bruising. Furthermore, Juvederm itself can feel hard or rope-like initially after injection - over the course of a few weeks, the filler should absorb water and gradually soften and blend into your skin. I would recommend scheduling a follow-up appointment with your doctor to discuss your concerns. There are lasers that can be used to help bruising fade faster - in our clinic, we offer this service complimentary to any of our filler patients who experience bruising after treatment. Your doctor should also be able to massage the Juvederm, if needed, to help it better blend into your skin. Best of luck!
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April 27, 2017
Answer: Bruising after Juvederm Thank you for your question and for submitting your photos. There are a variety of techniques used to inject the nasolabial folds (NLF) - I personally inject from the top the the bottom for most patients, but I have also seen many injectors inject from the bottom to the top. Unfortunately, some of the most common side effects of cosmetic injections are swelling and bruising. I often prefer to use a blunt cannula in the NLFs rather than a sharp needle to minimize the risk of bruising. Furthermore, Juvederm itself can feel hard or rope-like initially after injection - over the course of a few weeks, the filler should absorb water and gradually soften and blend into your skin. I would recommend scheduling a follow-up appointment with your doctor to discuss your concerns. There are lasers that can be used to help bruising fade faster - in our clinic, we offer this service complimentary to any of our filler patients who experience bruising after treatment. Your doctor should also be able to massage the Juvederm, if needed, to help it better blend into your skin. Best of luck!
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April 28, 2017
Answer: Juvederm question Juvederm can be injected in many ways and every way is correct if the outcome is good. Looks like you have a bruise and it's a bit difficult to tell if you have anything more than that. I would have you treating doctor look at you sooner. Good luck from NYC.
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April 28, 2017
Answer: Juvederm question Juvederm can be injected in many ways and every way is correct if the outcome is good. Looks like you have a bruise and it's a bit difficult to tell if you have anything more than that. I would have you treating doctor look at you sooner. Good luck from NYC.
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