I had restylane injected into my cheek over 6 weeks ago. I have 4 small dark marks that are slightly raised from where the needle entered my skin. I had a peel which did not help their appearance and I am using Finacea to help lighten the marks. Is it possible these are permanent and is there anything that would help them go away?
February 23, 2011
Answer: Scarring From Restylane
It would be highly unusual to develop a scar from a Restylane (or any other form of filler) injection. The needle used is a very fine gauge and the puncture sites typically heal without a perceptible trace. However, there are several variable that should be considered: 1) the filler was injected too superficially at the puncture site which could lead to a nodule, 2) more pigmented skin that is exposed to sunlight too early after an injection can lead to Hyperpigmentation at the puncture site, 3) the integrity of the product: was it really Restylane?, 4) the quality of the injector: was it a Facial Plastic surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, Dermatologist, or Occuloplastic Surgeon? If not, the probability of adverse issues rises.
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February 23, 2011
Answer: Scarring From Restylane
It would be highly unusual to develop a scar from a Restylane (or any other form of filler) injection. The needle used is a very fine gauge and the puncture sites typically heal without a perceptible trace. However, there are several variable that should be considered: 1) the filler was injected too superficially at the puncture site which could lead to a nodule, 2) more pigmented skin that is exposed to sunlight too early after an injection can lead to Hyperpigmentation at the puncture site, 3) the integrity of the product: was it really Restylane?, 4) the quality of the injector: was it a Facial Plastic surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, Dermatologist, or Occuloplastic Surgeon? If not, the probability of adverse issues rises.
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February 23, 2011
Answer: Scarring and filler
It is unusual to have the reaction you are describing. I would give it some time to heal it may go away on its own.
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February 23, 2011
Answer: Scarring and filler
It is unusual to have the reaction you are describing. I would give it some time to heal it may go away on its own.
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