Is Bruising Normal 1-2 Weeks Post Radiesse?

 

If bruising occurs after a Radiesse injection, it is likely to last up to one week.  In more severe cases, it is possible to last up to 2 weeks, but this is uncommon.   In the future, there are a few things you can do to avoid bruising in the future.  1.) Avoid any blood thinning medications such as Ibuprofen, aspirin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, etc.  2.) Visit a board certified facial plastic surgeon, plastic surgeon or dermatologist that uses microcannulas to inject fillers.  A microcannula is a blunt tip needle that decreases the likelihood that a vessel will be hit during injection (which would lead to bruising).  3.) Try taking Arnica Montana or Bromelian before and after treatment.   Many people take these supplements to reduce inflammation and bruising.  I hope this information helps!

As is the case with any treatment where a needle is being placed into the skin, bruising is very possible with filler injections such as Radiesse.  Bruising is not necessarily the result of poor work; it is possible even at the hands of expert injectors with excellent technique.  The good news is, bruising, while terribly inconvenient and sometimes painful, usually resolves by 7 to 10 days after the treatment. And occasionally, it can take up to 2 weeks to completely resolve. I am not convinced it will help, but you can try topical or oral arnica if you wish to minimize the bruising.  However, I would wait a little longer before calling the doctor.  That being said, if the bruise still appears to be present more than 3 weeks after the treatment, I would recommend following up with your doctor at that time.  Hope this helps!