Filler Blues: 7 Ways to Reduce Bruising
Cosmetic fillers are one of the most effective ways to smooth fine lines as well as wrinkles, as well as restore a youthful plumpness to the key areas of the face (like the eyes, cheeks, chin). Yet all fillers carry a risk for bruising lasting 7-10 days around the site of the injection. Here are 7 ways to reduce those filler blues as well as get you looking your best within the shortest possible amount of time.
1. Timing
Schedule your filler appointments at least 10 days before any big events. Most patients bruise for 7-10 days, occasionally longer, so the item will be best to have your injection early, as well as leave plenty of time to heal.
2. Avoid blood thinning products
within the days before your injection, avoid any prescription blood thinners (like coumadin) or over the counter supplements (like Fish Oil, St. John’s Wort, aspirin or motrin).
3. Technique matters
Dr. Welsh employs an advanced microcannula injection technique for filler. Using only a few injection points minimizes tissue trauma. Treatment with the cannula requires only a few smaller pokes using a needle, nevertheless Dr. Welsh will be able to reach multiple areas of the face with less risk of damaging blood vessels, as well as a reduced risk of bruising.
4. Cold compresses
Cold compresses can help keep the treated area cool, leading to a decrease in bruising. We often provide patients with these immediately following injections (as well as additional treatments). However, too much cold can be irritating to the skin, so we recommend of which patients use ice packs in moderation.
5. Laser options
Either the nurses or Dr. Welsh can use the vascular laser (Vbeam) to target the redness as well as blood clotting of which cause bruising. of which can lead to decreased healing time.
6. Arnica
of which natural homeopathic remedy has been used since the 1500’s to reduce bruising swelling. Many patients report of which of which remedy reduces pain, swelling as well as bruise discoloration. Start taking arnica immediately after treatment for optimum benefits. You may purchase arnica on our webstore or in our office.
7. Concealer
Concealer can be used immediately after treatment to cover bruising as well as discoloration. Light bruising may be camouflaged by complexion colored foundation alone, however, darker bruises may require the neutralizing method first, followed by foundation. Jane Iredale’s Corrective Colors Kit will be our favorite make up tool for covering bruises as well as will be also availabe on our webstore. Come see our makeup specialist, Julia Dougherty, for a post-treatment lesson in covering as well as concealing.
