Periorbital and Malar Edema 6 Weeks Post Injection of Radiesse in My Cheeks. Is this swelling due to presence of foreign body?

October 7, 2012
Asked By:suecat60

Is this chronic inflammation (swelling) due to prescence of foreign body (medical implant) which is inhibiting full healing. Rather than resorption & reconstruction that occurs in wound healing, the foreign body reaction is causing formulation of foreign body giant cells, encapsulation of foreign object & chronic inflammation. It cannot fully heal so the body's healing process remains turned on. Will swelling resolve only when Radiesse is metabolized. How long does it actually stay in your body?

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