I had restylane injections for first time in tear trough, nasolabial folds next day had bad headaches and then had face burning in area where filler was placed. had two rounds of steroids and still have burning & headaches. I am scared of hyaluronidase because I have a bee allergy and also the having the result of even more hollowness under my eyes from the hyaluronidase. I have seen the doctor who is a board certified plastic surgeon and thinks it's TMJ pain. My face looks normal but hurts.
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Hi @rox12345! I would recommend starting with 1 syringe. I recommend seeking treatments from expert injectors who have the skill and experience to precisely inject fillers into treatment areas and avoid risks and complications. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!
Near the area for tear trough filler is the infraorbital nerve. The distribution of numbness you are describing fits with injury to this nerve. It is possible that during injection the nerve was somehow injured and with time this should improve. Without more information about what you mean when...