I have rheumatoid arthritis and am 34 years old and am on Humira. I have been considering possibly getting some filler for my lips and nose (Irish bump), also some Botox or Dysport for some fine lines. Would my autoimmune disease be a prohibitive factor in getting these? It there something else I should be considering that isn’t as impactful on my health?
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Answer: Are fillers safe for those with autoimmune disease?
While injectables like BOTOX® and fillers won’t necessarily change the actual shape of your eyes, they can make subtle changes to your surrounding features, such as your eyebrows, which can give the illusion of a different eye shape. Injections, especially near your eye area, need to be per...
Hi 383raL9a5u!It would be advisable to complete your treatment with Accutane and get your skin condition in a stable state before considering cosmetic treatments with HA fillers such as Juvederm or RestylaneBest wishes
I love the idea of using cannula technique for fillers. I have grown to almost routinely use cannula when possible. The filler becomes deposited into a specific layer of the skin in small "droplets" and depending on the pressure and speed of injection, as well as the size of the...