I'm desperate advice. I had 1 syringe of bellafill placed in each tear trough 8 days ago.swelling seems to be getting worse instead of better.it looks like puffy sacs of fluid have formed. the swelling is also on my upper cheek area causing indents and making my cheeks look deformed . It's so bad that I can't leave the house. I would truly appreciate a honest opinion as the dr who injected me has no remorse. Also, a "skin test "was done and checked in 15 min before proceding with the bellafill.
March 20, 2017
Answer: Bellafil swelling I agree with the other doctor that allergic reactions to Bellafil are extremely unlikely. The skin test for allergy is only performed in the US but is clearly not needed. The swelling caused by Bellafil is quite variable but can last several weeks. This product should be injected not with a needle but a canulla to avoid trauma and vessel perforation that could cause bruising. The ideal levels of placement in the tear trough area is under the orbicularis muscle and not on the surface of the skin. I would advise to give it a little more time to see the final result and go back for advise with your doctor.Good luck
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March 20, 2017
Answer: Bellafil swelling I agree with the other doctor that allergic reactions to Bellafil are extremely unlikely. The skin test for allergy is only performed in the US but is clearly not needed. The swelling caused by Bellafil is quite variable but can last several weeks. This product should be injected not with a needle but a canulla to avoid trauma and vessel perforation that could cause bruising. The ideal levels of placement in the tear trough area is under the orbicularis muscle and not on the surface of the skin. I would advise to give it a little more time to see the final result and go back for advise with your doctor.Good luck
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March 11, 2017
Answer: Bellafill in tear trough hi, you do appear to have a good bit of swelling. I have been using the bellafill with great results for some time now. But in my office a skin test is recommended and usually we have our patients return in about a week. I don't believe your puffiness looks like an allergic reaction. But I did have a patient who required almost three weeks to settle. She looks great now, but she was very worried initially as well. I would definitely reach out to your provider and voice your concerns. If a canula was used, I find sometimes there's a bit more swelling under the eyes. But it settles very nicely usually in about 2 weeks.
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March 11, 2017
Answer: Bellafill in tear trough hi, you do appear to have a good bit of swelling. I have been using the bellafill with great results for some time now. But in my office a skin test is recommended and usually we have our patients return in about a week. I don't believe your puffiness looks like an allergic reaction. But I did have a patient who required almost three weeks to settle. She looks great now, but she was very worried initially as well. I would definitely reach out to your provider and voice your concerns. If a canula was used, I find sometimes there's a bit more swelling under the eyes. But it settles very nicely usually in about 2 weeks.
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