Can vascular occlusion happen with Ellanse and other permanent fillers?

Thhea I appreciate your concern, however any type of filler can cause the rare occurrence of vascular occlusion. I have been using fat transfer for chin augmentation for years and have enjoyed excellent, long lasting and many times, permanent results. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia in the office and takes about one hour. Another more invasive option would be silicone chin  implant, which provides a permanent result. Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon in our area for a full evaluation and exploration into the best options for you. Good luck.

Hi!
Vascular occlusion is possible with Ellanse, same as with Hyaluronic based fillers like Restylane.
This is a very unfortunate and sometimes catastrophic adverse event that needs to be avoided- the practitioner needs to have good knowledge of anatomy to avoid the major vessels. There are some tips and tricks that seasoned injectors use to reduce the risk of intravascular injection, such as digital pressure, careful injection speed etc.
Still, sometimes it still happens due to bad luck. as you pointed out it is worse because Ellanse cannot be dissolved with an antidote. The treatment would involve anticoagulation therapy and hyperbaric oxygen. If skin necrosis occurs then the wound needs to be managed with antibiotics and dressings.
Hope this helps!Dr B

Hello, vascular occlusion is a risk with any filler agent used. This includes Hyaluronic acids, Ellanse, and Radiesse.  These are not common complications. Ellanse and Radiesse cannot be reversed like Hyaluronic acid fillers Be sure your visit an experienced practitioner always!

Vascular occlusion can rarely occur with injection of any filler, including fat. The advantage of hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers is that they can be dissolved and vascular occlusion can often be reversed. This is generally not possible with other types of fillers. Make sure you see an experienced injector.Regards,Dr. Ort

Any filler can cause a vascular occlusion . Thankfully this is rare but is a risk. Fat can occlude a vessel as well. These things are rare and the risk of driving to the doctor is probably bigger. Be sure to use a well trained physician when doing injections. 

Great question. Any type of fillers carry the risk of vascular occlusion. This is rare, but a possible complication with filler injectables. A detailed consultation is recommended before any procedures, which should include a discussion on possible complications and expectation. Hyaluronidase can be used to dissolve hyaluronic acid filler in case of a complication, like vascular occlusion. However, Ellanse can not be dissolved. I recommend seeing an expert in your area for a thorough consultation. All the best, Dr Michon