Will my steroid injection dent ever go away?

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I just received about 5 weeks ago a steroid injection in my chin due to inflammation from a car accident . I noticed the last 2 weeks I started to get an indentation. I asked a plastic surgery assistant if it would ever go away, and she said it is permanent. Online I have read that the do fill in can you please tell me you opinion on this ?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This may improve some, but a combination of lasers (Co2, Fraxel), microneedling/prp, subcision for blending and fillers will give the most improvement. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

We have seen indentations from steroid injections resolve spontaneously. Based on your examination it may be prudent to wait another month before considering and intervention.  In our practice, indentations that do not resolve from steroid injections may be corrected  permanently with Silicon 1000, an off label filler for permanent results. Hope this helps! Dr. Joseph

Vicki J. Levine, MD · Answer

well it might take several months but the indentation should definitely resolve. I know it is difficult but try to be patient. There is a product called camouflage that can be used to hide a depressed scar till it gets betterAsk your dermatologist about this product. It comes in different shades to match your skin tone.

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