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Has anyone had bleeding from restylane (dermal fillers) injections or another facial filler?

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Dr. Anifat Balogun answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Restylane (dermal fillers) bleed?: Everyone will have a small amount of bleeding at the injection site of a dermal filler injection, whether it is restylane, (dermal fillers) juvederm, Radiesse or other. It is controlled by applying pressure after the injection needle is withdrawn. Bruising after treatment is not unusual. If you have a bleeding disorder or are taking blood thinners, tell your cosmetic surgeon.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Bleeding from filler: Bleeding can happen anytime a needle is placed into the skin. When injecting fillers, there is always a risk of some bleeding and bruising. This risk is increased with the use of Aspirin and other blood-thinning medicines. The risk of bruising may be decreased by using cannulas for the injections. This is a more comfortable technique with decreased swelling and bruising.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Sure: Bruising is common with filler injections. Outright bleeding is less common, but can occur, especially in patients on blood thinners. Bleeding into an internal space, such as the orbit, would be rare, but can happen.

Answered 10/22/2017

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Yes: Bleeding can occur at the injection site. If the bleeding is under the skin, this is called a bruise. Avoid Aspirin and other blood thinners around the time of injection to minimize bleeding and bruising.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. Burke Chegar answered

Specializes in Facial Plastic Surgery

Bruising typically: Mild to moderate bruising can occur quite frequently with a filler injection but severe bleeding (internal or external) is typically not seen.

Answered 4/21/2014

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Filler/bleeding: It is a possibility if a capillary were nicked or if you have taken aspirin or NSAIDS recently.

Answered 11/26/2014

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