Should I have to pay for a Hyaluronidase treatment after a botched Juvederm treatment under the eyes? (Photo)

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3 weeks after having Juvederm injected to treat dark circles I am still puffy and baggy and look worse than before. I did my research and went to an occuloplastic surgeon but the results are terrible. I'm so self conscious now. I want to request that he dissolve it with Hyaluronidase. Should I have to pay? I feel like he should refund me for the treatment under my eyes let alone paying to fix his mistake.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

You should express your concerns directly with the treating physician. The details of your initial dialogue will dictate the response. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I do routinely charge for Hyaluronidase treatments in my practice, unless it is for the rare patient in my own practice that is being treated.

Debra M. Kroll, MD · Answer

Thanks for writing.  It totally depends on the office policy.  In a very rare circumstance if I needed to use hyaluronidase on my own patient, I would do it without a fee.  If the patient is new to me and had the injection elsewhere, there is a fee.  Every physician and every office makes their own policies.

Stephen Prendiville, MD · Answer

In my opinion, Juvederm is not the best choice for filler in the tear trough.  It is too hydrophilic, leaving a watery appearance in a rather thin area.  Payment policies will vary with different practices, so this is an issue you will need to work out with your Doctor.

Sean Paul, MD · Answer

Having a patient charged for hyaluronidase is routine practice for most cosmetic surgeons, especially when the patient is coming in from elsewhere. I would address the issue with the initial injecting provider first.

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