Can You Smoke and Get Dermal Fillers?

Question

I am trying to quit but am stuck at 1-2 a day. However, I am wondering if it normal for people who smoke to receive restylane, juvederm, botox, etc. Please let me know if this is fine. Thank you, Deni

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Smoking is not a contraindication to getting fillers and botox.  It is done all the time and without problems usually.  Sincerely,

	David Hansen,MD

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @DeniJ.  Smoking is not a contraindication to get fillers and botox. That being said, the results do not last as long as they do in the non-smokers. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

It is fine to receive fillers whle smoking but smoking has been gnerally associated with premature aging of the skin so it seems somewhat contradictory.

Jennifer Parker Porter, MD, FACS · Answer

I have several patients that smoke and do well with fillers. In my opinion, the results do not last as long as they do in the nonsmokers. Unlike surgery, incisional healing is not of concern. Perhaps having the filler placed will help you to quit completely.

Stephen Prendiville, MD · Answer

There is no contraindication to treatments with fillers while you are an active smoker. However, your risk of bruising and swelling is greater.  Good luck with your efforts at smoking cessation.

Can You Smoke and Get Dermal Fillers?

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