Why would my cheeks and entire mid face swell up like this if I just got my nasal labial folds filled w/Restylane? I know they say it attracts water when you use Restylane- could it be bloating from too much water absorption to the face? When will it go away? Could it be swelling that has spread out from just injecting an area near the cheeks? It's been 4 days since injected & swelling is still obvious and it hurts even - like I can feel the filler in the folds... advice? Too much filler?
Answer: Restylane injected in nasolabial folds: whole face - especially in cheeks - looks puffy/bloated/swollen, help? Hello Christine.Thanks for sharing your concerns. I would suggest you speak with your injector and share your concerns. I use Arnica and Bromelain on my patients with fairly good success.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO
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Answer: Restylane injected in nasolabial folds: whole face - especially in cheeks - looks puffy/bloated/swollen, help? Hello Christine.Thanks for sharing your concerns. I would suggest you speak with your injector and share your concerns. I use Arnica and Bromelain on my patients with fairly good success.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO
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May 20, 2017
Answer: Swelling Hello,Thank you for your question and photo. Based on the pictures and information, you may just be experiencing heightened swelling. With that being said. You may want to let your physician know, if it's still very painful or tender you may want to make sure you didn't get a slight infection. Try to avoid salt, alcohol, and exercise for now, as these things can increase swelling. Good luck!
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May 20, 2017
Answer: Swelling Hello,Thank you for your question and photo. Based on the pictures and information, you may just be experiencing heightened swelling. With that being said. You may want to let your physician know, if it's still very painful or tender you may want to make sure you didn't get a slight infection. Try to avoid salt, alcohol, and exercise for now, as these things can increase swelling. Good luck!
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Answer: Swelling after Restylane Thank you for your question and for submitting your photos. It's not uncommon to experience swelling for up to 2 weeks after any filler injections. Restylane can also feel firm under the skin immediately after injection - over the course of several weeks, it gradually absorbs water and softens, blending into the skin and the underlying tissue. While it's possible that you may have been overfilled, It's difficult to assess what your final results will be until your swelling have fully subsided.
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Answer: Swelling after Restylane Thank you for your question and for submitting your photos. It's not uncommon to experience swelling for up to 2 weeks after any filler injections. Restylane can also feel firm under the skin immediately after injection - over the course of several weeks, it gradually absorbs water and softens, blending into the skin and the underlying tissue. While it's possible that you may have been overfilled, It's difficult to assess what your final results will be until your swelling have fully subsided.
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May 20, 2017
Answer: Swelling after Restylane injections - a relatively common side effect Restylane certainly can cause facial swelling due to skin trauma caused by the needle used for injections. This is normal, and can vary based on injection technique and experience of your physician. I recommend you call the Dermatologist that did your injections and inquire about their recommendations to treat facial swelling. Sometimes physicians will recommend anti-inflammatory medication or light icing to help with swelling.I'd say give it at least a few more days -- the swelling may reduce significantly. If you've had too much injected, then you can have excess filler dissolved with hyaluronidase, which your injector should be able to provide.
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May 20, 2017
Answer: Swelling after Restylane injections - a relatively common side effect Restylane certainly can cause facial swelling due to skin trauma caused by the needle used for injections. This is normal, and can vary based on injection technique and experience of your physician. I recommend you call the Dermatologist that did your injections and inquire about their recommendations to treat facial swelling. Sometimes physicians will recommend anti-inflammatory medication or light icing to help with swelling.I'd say give it at least a few more days -- the swelling may reduce significantly. If you've had too much injected, then you can have excess filler dissolved with hyaluronidase, which your injector should be able to provide.
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May 20, 2017
Answer: Too early to say You only have this procedure done 4 days ago so the swelling may come down over the next two weeks . If it does not then I would go back and see the person that gave you the injections .
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May 20, 2017
Answer: Too early to say You only have this procedure done 4 days ago so the swelling may come down over the next two weeks . If it does not then I would go back and see the person that gave you the injections .
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