I have a dent from a kenalog injection for a cyst. I found out that the provider did not dilute the cortisone (10 mg/cc). I understand the atrophy is self-limited and will refill in a few months but it is quite noticeable and is bothering me. Is it safe to fill the depression with a filler a few weeks after the cortisone injection while the fat regenerates? Will the filler have any adverse effects on fat regeneration? If the fat regenerates faster than the filler dissolves will there be a lump?
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Your physician can order dermafiller without lidocaine. Also most of the dermafillers have lidocaine but still we can order without. For example in Juvederm family you can have with or without lidocaine
Vascular necrosis with filler injections is a true medical emergency that needs immediate medical attention in order to prevent tissue death, tissue loss and even blindness. Vascular necrosis occurs when, unbeknownst to the injector, the filler fills a vessel...
This only depends on how long it has been since you had the dermal filler injections. If it has been less than two weeks I would recommend waiting. Extraction should not affect your filler results. Best Regards, Dr. Berger