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Restylane in tear trough 5 weeks ago, Ultherapy 4 days ago. Swelling and bruising intense under left eye. (Photos)

adae1Jul 29, 2017
After my restylane tear trough injections 5 weeks ago, the left eye showed significant bruising and swelling. Around week 3 this healed and swelling receded considerably. Thinking the timing was safe, I got Ultherapy 3 days ago above brows and crows feet and under eyes. The bruising and swelling came back instantly, with more swelling than before. Have been icing, and using arnica. Please help! The pics are from yesterday, and swelling is a little worse today.

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Dr. Lisa Jenks, MD
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