I'm very scared of having filler injected into an artery. After watching several demonstrations on youtube, I see none of the doctors aspirate before injecting. Why not? I've been told viscosity of the product is an excuse and you should see blood in the syringe if you aspirate in an artery. Also, would a blunt cannula or needle be preferred?
October 29, 2014
Answer: Injecting Filler Into An Artery Hi Anna,Your concern is real as injecting filler into an artery can result in serious complications. The risk for this is higher in certain areas of the face. Of course, one of the most important risk factors is the experience of the injector. Extensive knowledge of the anatomy and blood supply of the treated areas is essential in performing filler injections safely. There are techniques which advanced injectors use to minimize the risk of injecting into arteries. I use blunt microcannulas whenever I can and this certainly minimizes bruising, swelling, and other complications so this is definitely an option for you depending on the area you are interested in treated. Please choose your injecting physician carefully. Best of luck.
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October 29, 2014
Answer: Injecting Filler Into An Artery Hi Anna,Your concern is real as injecting filler into an artery can result in serious complications. The risk for this is higher in certain areas of the face. Of course, one of the most important risk factors is the experience of the injector. Extensive knowledge of the anatomy and blood supply of the treated areas is essential in performing filler injections safely. There are techniques which advanced injectors use to minimize the risk of injecting into arteries. I use blunt microcannulas whenever I can and this certainly minimizes bruising, swelling, and other complications so this is definitely an option for you depending on the area you are interested in treated. Please choose your injecting physician carefully. Best of luck.
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October 30, 2014
Answer: Fillers and arterial injection Injection of fillers in an artery is a VERY rare occurrence. The main risk would be chocking the artery with too much product around it. If it happens usually strong massage and topical nitroglycerin would be enough to remove the spasm. I do use blunt needles time to time depending on the location. But the main message is to have your face injected by expert injectors who are well versed in facial anatomy.
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October 30, 2014
Answer: Fillers and arterial injection Injection of fillers in an artery is a VERY rare occurrence. The main risk would be chocking the artery with too much product around it. If it happens usually strong massage and topical nitroglycerin would be enough to remove the spasm. I do use blunt needles time to time depending on the location. But the main message is to have your face injected by expert injectors who are well versed in facial anatomy.
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