What Do You Suggest For Immediate Post Restylane Care? Had Injections Under Eyes/ (photo)

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I had 1 syringe of Restalyne injected under eye (by my double certified surgeon) 4 days ago, and determined it was not enough so had another (almost full) syringe yesterday. I like the results, but I do have some bruising (to be expected) and lumping. How much massaging is okay? Am I redistributing or dissolving with massage? Also, if bruises last (I am olive skinned and bruise very easily) is it safe to use a V-Beam to remove, or will this dissolve the product?

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I would recommend the following after filler injections:1)  Use an ice pack on/off throughout the first day or two to help minimize swelling and bruising2)  Don't massage the areas that were injected as this may increase the amount of swelling3) 
 Avoid activities that make you hot, sweaty or flushed:  Examples 
include strenuous activities, alcohol, saunas, hot baths, etc…  This 
will increase your chance of bruising.  If not bruising by the next day,
 you should be good to go.  If there is, then wait another day or two to
 make sure it is not getting worse4)  Take Arnica to help minimize the bruising/swelling potential5)  Return to the clinic for:  any abnormal visible lumps/bumps for within the first week or two6) 
 Return to the clinic if you experience bruising that cannot be covered 
with make-up - we may consider IPL or lymphatic stimulation to help with
 the healing.Once all the early stages of injections have 
passed, then return when you notice your concerns start to return.  One 
usually uses less product to maintain the desired result.

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

I wouldn't recommend that you do the massage, but leave the product as it was placed and allow for swelling and bruising to subside. Then it's time to re-visit your provider if you feel there needs to be some manipulation or massaging, addition of product or whatever may need to be done, if anything.

Jonathan Berman, MD · Answer

Massaging 3 to 4 times a day is fine, and what you are doing is simply evening everything out, and helping to decrease the swelling and bruising .  I doubt that your bruising will last and  I would give it a couple of weeks before venturing to other avenues. 

	Jonathan Ross Berman, M.D. , F.A.C.S.

Jessica J. Krant, MD, MPH · Answer

Your photos don't appear to show any actual problems with your treatment, though it is a little difficult to see where your doctor would have fit two entire cc's of filler under your eyes within a 4 day period. I would recommend ice packs only, low activity, and time to see how the bruising fades and the natural swelling resolves before taking on any other active treatment like laser or massage, which could move your filler and alter your results. I think you will do fine. See your injecting physician any time you have any questions. He should always be available with ideas or to reassure.

Deirdre O'Boyle Hooper, MD · Answer

Don't massage, you could potentially move the product. I have been very happy with the use of PDL (pulsed-dye laser) for post-injection bruising. The laser doesn't erase the bruise but it helps it fade more quickly.

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Answer: Under eye massage after filler is usually not recommended in the first few days.

Answer: Under eye massage after filler is usually not recommended in the first few days.

Answer: Laser can reduce post injection bruising

Answer: Laser can reduce post injection bruising

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What Do You Suggest For Immediate Post Restylane Care? Had Injections Under Eyes/ (photo)

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Answer: Under eye massage after filler is usually not recommended in the first few days.

Answer: Under eye massage after filler is usually not recommended in the first few days.

Answer: Laser can reduce post injection bruising

Answer: Laser can reduce post injection bruising

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