I had Juvederm injected in my cheeks (2 syringes). After, my ears started presenting with a slight infection, aching gums/teeth & pain in front of my ears. 6 months later I am experiencing sinus issues which have made my frontal sinus swell out. The doctor told me it appears I have a blockage in my sinus canal from my nose up to my ears. I read this - " FDA Warns of Complications From Facial Fillers when injections accidentally enter blood vessels, blockages and damage can occur". Is this true?
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Answer: See a Doctor for a Formal Evaluation--blocked sinuses after fillers
You would get a nice result with half a syringe. I prefer to use a micro cannula to inject the lips to prevent bruising. Look for a cosmetic dermatologist or plastic surgeon who is an expert in fillers.
Hello! Try not to worry - the first 24-48 hours after lip fillers is a common time for increased swelling. The filler used is a soft product that is often used for more natural results. The swelling usually settles over the first 2 weeks. See your practitioner after that if it is...
If the discoloration was not evident before injection with Juvederm for the tear trough, you have superficial hyaluronic acid (HA) filler causing a Tyndall effect. Either the filler was improperly placed, the wrong filler was used, or some of the filler migrated superficially due to trauma or e...
