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Expressions Injectable Filler -Massachusetts, MA

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I was offered Expressions Brand face filler at a...

ginav
$300
I was offered Expressions Brand face filler at a reduced rate on this day only after the date it would be double the price. I went to get my top lip filled in very conservatively, my goal was to inflate it slightly to fill in some fine lines above my top lip. While I was there she said oh try this under your eyes you will love it, it will fill in any sunken areas, I was a little nervous but was talked into it. I specifically told the nurse that I had to work and did not want my children to know about the injections she assured me that there would be slight swelling nothing more. She told me to go home and ice. I did just that, When I woke up the next morning I looked in the mirror and almost had a heart attack, My face was so swollen I was not recognizable. I called the injector she assured me it will go down I must just swell more than others. The next morning I woke up my face was so swollen my eyes were shut from the swelling. I called panicked again to the injector and told her that I needed to go to the emergency room. She asked me to go with her to her surgeon office instead he could handle the situation better for me. I agreed when we arrived they couldn't believe what I looked like. He said you must just swell more than others and put me on a Steroid. Before I left they took several Pictures they said to show the sales rep for the product. The following evening I received a phone call from the Dr. he asked if the swelling is getting better? I told him that I still look like a freak but it has gone down some. He explained that the steroid would bring it back to normal. It has now been the 6th day since my injection and most of the swelling has gone down, But now I am left with a lump under my right eye that looks like a worm is sitting beneath the skin. It is hard and feels like it must be the filler that was injected. I texted the injector to tell her what was going on. She told me I could schedule an appointment to have another product injected into my face to dissolve the product that they originally injected. I was mortified, couldn't believe her response she said well it is an option. Still waiting to hear if I have to pay for that as well. I am nervous to do any thing to my face now. I am 53 yrs. old and was pretty happy with how I looked especially for my age. I would not wish for this to happen to anyone else I missed all week of work plus paid for a horrible experience and stuck with a face I don't like.

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December 7, 2013

Oh my gosh you are completely unrecognizable in the swollen pictures!  Did the doctor think you had an allergic reaction?  I'm glad the swelling has gone down.  Keep us posted as to what you decide regarding getting the lump dissolved, and if you are charged for all the corrections. 

December 9, 2013
I am SO SORRY that you are having to go through this!!! It's an outrage that these places are doing this to their patients! My advice to you would be to seek treatment from ANOTHER DOCTOR!!! NOT THE SAME PLACE THAT DID THIS TO YOU!! It's good to hear that the swelling is going down, but now you say you have a lump. Research what this product is and how it can be resolved. Always, research before ever letting anyone put anything into your face or body for that matter. And ALWAYS go to a very reputable place….even if it means spending a little more. I'm sure this will resolve itself and you'll be fine….just a very scary experience to have to go through! Time is your only friend right now….be patient and don't do anything else until you've done your research….you don't want to make it worse. I hope you feel better soon!!
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November 24, 2014
oh my!!!! I am so sorry about that experience, it looks painful. I can't imagine waking up and seeing myself that swollen. I Hope you are back to normal by now....
December 2, 2014
I am so so sorry that you have had this awful experience!!! I'm sending you my good vibes and really hoping that you're doing better now!!
December 2, 2014
I am going to pray for you...and keep us posted.
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8 days post

Update

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I texted the injector because she never called me as she said she would once she talked with the Dr. regarding if I would be charged for the dissolving of the injected product. She told me via text that the Dr feels everything will go back to normal, and if I have any further concerns to contact his office directly

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December 11, 2013
So sorry this happened to you. I'm always afraid of this happening even with a reputable doctor. The fact is, especially plastic surgeons, don't mention the "actual" pain and length of recovery. Maybe because half the people wouldn't have it done. I have known many people that had horrible results with even board certified surgeons. Thought of having filler for under eye instead of surgery, but maybe not!! Hope you are better soon. You looked great in your before photo!
December 13, 2013
Unbelievable! Sorry to read of your awful experience and hope things have improved and will continue to improve. Hopefully when it does, you will see what you were hoping for? Did the nurse carry out an allergy test before injecting you with this substance? What kind of filler was it? As there are so many fillers on the market and they all seem to fulfill different roles, i.e. not all fillers can be used in the lips or eyes, its important to know which one does what. I sincerely hope the people who are responsible for this will take care of you and don't shirk their duty of care to you. Stay strong and positive. It's early days yet. DH.
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December 15, 2013
How are things now? I hope the swelling has gone down ok.
December 20, 2013
I'm so sorry you had to go through this nightmare. I too live in MA and received my first filler injections today after doing my research on Real Self. All the injections were done by the plastic surgeon, and only after he went through all the various options. I went with Radiesse to restore volume, and must admit I did look somewhat freakish immediately post injections, but now 5-6 hours later, a significant amount of the swelling is gone, and I have also had a call from the doc to see how I'm doing. The only reason I'm saying all this, is because this is the experience YOU should have had. Make no mistake, that whatever discount you were offered, the quality of care should have been 100%. It's one thing to have complications, but their follow-up and responsiveness to you has been unacceptable. There are requirements for these people to keep their credentials, and I doubt their actions here would meet that standard,
December 26, 2013
They should pay for everything and give you money back!! They should have tested for allergies. Let this website know if they don't.