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I had shingles almost a year ago and have a few scars on my chin. Could a filler help? (Photo)

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Lauren RMar 31, 2014

I know its a virus, but, its very painful and would not want my vanity to trigger anything! (blonde in pic) Thanks so much, Lauren

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Dr. Michele S. Green, MD
Dr. Michele S. Green, MD
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Dr. Suzanne Kim Doud Galli, MD, PhD, FACS
Dr. Suzanne Kim Doud Galli, MD, PhD, FACS
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Apr 7, 2014
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Dr. Erica Linnell, MD
Dr. Erica Linnell, MD
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Answered on Apr 3, 2014
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Dr. F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam)
Dr. F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam)
Board Certified Dermatologist
Answered on Apr 2, 2014
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Toby Mayer, MD

A real witches chin requires surgery to eliminate. You may only have prejowl depressions which can be helped with fillers. A facelift with correction of sagging skin and jowls will give the best result since this is the problem.  

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Jason Emer, MD

"A formal evaluation would be needed to determine what's best. Many of my patients try to avoid surgery, so we perform a non-surgical chin augmentation treatment with injectable fillers. Fillers like Radiesse, Voluma, BellaFill as well as Sculptra are injected into the area, improving the...

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Mitchel Goldman, MD

Radiesse is a temporary treatment, so the results you describe will wear off. Unfortunately, there is no way to speed up the process, but Radiesse results generally last between a few months to one year.

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Kenneth Hughes, MD

You are completely fine to do both, Avoid being aggressive or massaging the area when washing the face. Enjoy your filler and the great result from it. Best wishes 

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Kenneth Hughes, MD

     I would choose Radiesse in this situation.  I would find a plastic surgeon you trust, and then trust his or her judgment about the appropriate volume.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

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Paul S. Nassif, MD

Juvederm lasts for 6-7 months on average, sometimes longer depending on the patient. Time can also vary with location of the treatment. I would recommend speaking with your physician, as they know the details of your treatment. I hope this helps, and best of luck to you. 

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