What should you not do after tear trough fillers?

Patients should avoid using make-up or other skincare products for at least the first four hours following the treatment. Patients should also avoid exercise and alcohol for two days and are advised to stay out of extreme heat (e.g. saunas, sun beds, tanning) or coldness for two weeks.

How long does it take for a tear trough filler to settle?

You might notice some minor, localised swelling immediately after the treatment but this usually resolves within 24-48 hours, leaving you with smoother eyes and a more youthful-looking appearance.

Should you ice after tear trough filler?

Swelling relief Apply a cool compress for 10 minutes every hour on the day of treatment (do not apply ice directly on your skin). A cool compress applied regularly for the first 24 hours after injections may help to reduce the amount of swelling.

How can I make my tear trough filler last longer?

There are several techniques for increasing the lifespan of dermal fillers.

1. Minimize UV Exposure. One of the most common causes of skin damage is overexposure to UV light.
2. Consistent Skin Care.
3. Avoid Stress.
4. Regular Treatment Maintenance.

Can you go blind from under eye filler?

Although rare, complications from dermal fillers can be devastating. The most serious complications are vascular. Vascular occlusions can lead to necrosis (tissue death), scarring and, even more seriously, blindness. Indeed, dermal fillers have already led to 98 reported cases of blindness (Beleznay et al, 2015).

Can I sleep on my side after tear trough filler?

You don’t want to lie down immediately after treatment because there is a remote possibility that your neurotoxin might migrate from the injection-site. (Although the chances of this occurring are small, it’s always better to be safe than sorry!)

Can Tear trough filler make you look worse?

A very common problem that we see in our clinic is the worsening of malar bags as a result of previous tear trough filler treatment. As fillers tend to cause swelling, any patient with malar bags or festoons should avoid filler treatment, as this will only exacerbate the problem.

Can tear trough filler make you look worse?

Can I sleep on my side after under eye fillers?

How long does it take to go blind from filler?

Visual loss following embolization of dermal filler typically occurs within seconds of injection,7 although visual loss has been reported seven hours post-treatment in the case of a posterior ciliary artery occlusion. Complete loss of vision is the normal presentation, although there might be visual field defects.

Is it safe to use Restylane on tear troughs?

Restylane is made of hyaluronic acid, a safe ingredient likely already in your skincare routine. It is a clear liquid that can be injected into the skin to treat tear troughs, nasolabial folds and other moderate to severe wrinkles. Restylane can also be used for lip enhancement treatments.

How long does it take to get rid of tear trough filler?

Typically, treatment starts with half a syringe of filler. Then filler is re-injected in 2 weeks for optimum results. It is important to know that tear trough filler treatment is not a one and done process and you should expect to undergo multiple treatments to get optimal results. What is Restylane?

Are there any side effects after tear trough correction?

The end result is a pain-free experience for patients. There are very few side effects after tear trough correction. The most noticeable might be slight swelling at the injection site. Bruises or lumps might be visible at first for some patients, but will go away in a few days. You’ll notice natural results about a week after treatment.

How long does it take to see results from tear trough correction?

It should take about 15 minutes to receive your tear trough correction treatment. You will notice results right away. Some patients experience mild swelling after tear trough filler treatment. Dr. Doppelt advises waiting a week or so after treatment to see the final results.