Will half a syringe of Voluma make a difference in the cheeks?

Question

Hello, I purchased 2 syringes of voluma, but my doctor ended up only using 1.5 of it. I now have half a syringe left and I don't want it to go to waste I know voluma is most commonly used for the cheeks...I have good cheeks but a bit of a lift and/or some more volume/definition would probably be nice since I am quite thin. Can half a syringe actually make a noticeable difference? Also, what does brushing/swelling look like this little amount injected? I always bruise with injections by this DR

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Voluma is a great dermal filler. I think that 1/2 a syringe can go a long way. Speak with your injector to get a full assessment and set expectations. Best wishes, Dr. ALDO

Sabrina Fabi, MD · Answer

Voluma is a fairly thick hyaluronic-acid based dermal filler. Even 1/2 syringe could make a subtle but noticeable difference in volume in your face. Good injection technique is part of a dermatologist’s expertise. While bruising may occur, it shouldn’t be expected at every treatment, unless you are susceptible to bruising overall. Consulting a few other board-certified dermatologists may allow you to choose a practitioner with more expertise.

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hi Leilamelani,
  
Voluma is a great filler when used by expert injecting physicians.  A small amount can make a big difference.  I can always find room for a little bit more to make a face look more beautiful in a natural manner.  Though patients may bruise with any injection, it is certainly not normal that you should always bruise when injected.  The most important aspect of any aesthetic treatment is that you choose your injecting physician most carefully based on their skill, experience,knowledge, and natural artistic vision.  Good luck and be well.
  
Dr. P
  
Encino, CA

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This is difficult to answer without pictures, but that amount should make a subtle improvement. I recommend injections with cannulas to limit swelling and/or bruising. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  After having 1.5cc's placed, an additional 0.5cc will make a subtle difference to your overall result.  Placement in the cheeks will aid in prolonging your results but if you are looking to make a more dramatic change consider use into other parts of the face like the chin, nose, or outer eyebrows. Hope this helps.

Andrew T. Lyos, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  It is difficult to say if a half of a syringe would make a great difference since there are no photos, however, a small amount of Voluma can make a difference to highlight the cheeks in a thin face. Also, if you always bruise with injection, make sure you request a pre-treatment hand-out from your board certified provider.  This sheet should give you all the recommended supplements and OTC medications you should discontinue prior to fillers and Botox.  You can also start a homeopathic topical gel or oral form called Arnica.  It is typically offered in a blister pack for pre-treatment of injectables and surgical procedures.  I hope this information helps and best of luck to you!

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

In general, I would say that half a syringe of Voluma to the cheeks could make a subtle improvement.  Without examining you or seeing photographs of you, it is difficult to know what half a syringe of Voluma might do for you.  Anytime a filler is placed it is possible to get bruising or swelling, regardless of the amount used.

Jennifer Trent, MD, FAAD · Answer

When a small amount of filler is appropriately placed, it can have a great results.  Bruising can happen with any filler injections.  Always seek treatment form a qualified physician.

Sean Doherty, MD, FACS · Answer

A half a syringe of Voluma might not seem like a lot, but this is one of those fillers where a little bit can go a long way. Schedule a consultation with your doctor to be assessed and together, you can decide if it's worth it. You don't want to overdo the cheeks and have them look unnatural. In terms of swelling a bruising, it'll be the same regardless of how much is injected. Best of luck.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

Half of a syringe of Voluma will create a very subtle change in the cheeks. The risk of bruising with a small volume of filler is essentially the same as a larger volume of filler. Voluma can be placed in other areas of the face as well as the cheeks but it needs to be placed deeper than the thinner hyaluronic acid fillers. Best.

Will half a syringe of Voluma make a difference in the cheeks?

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