Should my Doctor Have Sterilized my Skin Before Injecting Juvederm?

April 17, 2009
Asked By:helen in DC in Washington, DC

All he did was apply the topical anesthetic to my nasolabial folds (over my makeup), then in went the needle. I asked if I should first wash the area and he said no! Is this right?

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April 18, 2009

Answer: Cleansing is a good idea but not proven

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April 18, 2009

Answer: Cleansing is a good idea but not proven

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April 18, 2009

Answer: You should be fine

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David Shafer, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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April 18, 2009

Answer: You should be fine

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David Shafer, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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November 22, 2010

Answer: Fillers and sterility

November 22, 2010

Answer: Fillers and sterility

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April 20, 2009

Answer: Filler Injection and Sterile Technique

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April 20, 2009

Answer: Filler Injection and Sterile Technique

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April 18, 2009

Answer: I use alcohol pads

April 18, 2009

Answer: I use alcohol pads