What are the normal side effects when getting cheek filler, nasolabial folds and Botox between eyebrows?

When having Botox and filler injections, the most common side effects
are swelling and bruising around the injection site. This is temporary and
generally resolves within a week; in the meantime, you can use ice and arnica
to manage symptoms. The risk with Botox is that an unskilled injector may leave
you with a “frozen” look, or your eyebrows or eyelids may end up drooping. The
risk of this is minimal as long as you visit a skilled, board-certified
dermatologist for your treatment. Good luck with your treatments!

Hello,

Thank you for your question.

Uncommon side effects include:mild bruising, swelling, pain or numbness at the
injection site, or headache. These are all temporary and often resolve within a
few days to weeks. As with all skin-injection procedures, there is a slight
risk of infection, allergy or hypersensitivity reaction. Eyelid or eyebrow
ptosis (drooping): A minor temporary droop of one eyelid or eyebrow may occur
in 1 in 5,000 or 10,000 injections. It is temporary and often mild, typically
lasting 2-6 weeks, and can be treated with a prescription eye drop. Double
vision: Arareside
effect of treating the crow’s feet area and is temporary for a few months if
occurs.

Raredistant
side effects (ie. muscle weakness remote to site of injection, difficulty
swallowing, speech disturbance, breathing difficulties, cardiovascular events)
have been reportedvery
rarelyin
patients treated with high doses of BOTOX®for medical reasons and in patients (generally
children) with serious pre-existing medical conditions such as cerebral palsy.

Most common side effects include,but are not limited to:
redness, pain/tenderness, firmness, swelling, lumps/bumps, bruising, itching.
These reactions are short lasting and often resolve within 7 days. If you are
taking acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin) , anti-inflammatories (e.g. ibuprofen,
Advil) or Ginkgo Biloba, there may be an increased risk of bruising or
bleeding. Alcohol may also increase your risk of bruising.

Rareadverse
reactions include discoloration, necrosis/vascular compromise at the site of
injection, abscess, granuloma or hypersensitivity. In the case of vascular
compromise, the risk is seenonly
within the first 3 daysafter injection and immediate medical attention to
treat this complication can reverse this effect. The incidence of vascular
complications are approximately 1 in 10, 000 (delayed compressive event) and 1
in 100, 000 (vascular embolic event).

Cosmetically
undesirable results may occur. This can often be adjusted and treated with a
medication that can dissolve the injected product. However, unknown results may
occur as in any medical procedure.

As with
all skin-injection procedures, there is a risk of infection, allergy or
hypersensitivity reaction.



I’d recommend speaking with your skilled and qualified injector
for full details. Take care. 

If you use cannulas the risk of bruising and swelling is reduced, these are the normal side effects.  if improper technique is used or just bad luck, you can get lumps, bumps, infections and irregularities from fillers.  Please see an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Patients undergoing facial rejuvenation / enhancement with Botox and injectable fillers should be clear about the risk and benefits associated with these cosmetic procedures. After a cosmetic consultation, a patient should be clear about these risk before booking their injectable appointment. If any questions, patients should read in detail the Botox and Filler manufacturer flyer given during consultation to answer most of those questions. If any further question, she/he should contact their injector's office to address those answers before the inception and not after.Any cosmetic procedure involving injections could cause discomfort, swelling and bruising at the site of injection. Other side effects could be under and over correction, asymmetries, infection, etc.Patients interested in Botox and filler treatment should be aware of the most common risk associated with the procedure to determine if the risks outweights the benefits.

The most common side effect of Botox and fillers is bruising. Also a bit of swelling. Sometimes a head ache. The main thing is to make sure the doctor injecting is board certified in an appropriate specialty and has lots of experience. Ask what are the rare complications and go over that with the doctor. Make sure they know how to treat rare complications and that they have a good reputation. These procedures are incredibly safe when done properly. 

Most patients only note tiny needle marks for a few yours and temporary bumpiness and mild swelling from the injections in each area.  Over the first four to five days things tend to smooth out and look increasingly natural.  If I were you I wouldn't be fearful but instead look forward positively to the nice improvements that you're likely to see.   Complications are very rare in my experience.  Satisfaction is quite high!Enjoy!Jon Perlman MD FACS

Success will primarily depend on the skill of your injector. The most common possible side effect is temporary swelling and occasionally some bruising.