If you have Restylane injections and lose weight in the face will that affect the injections?

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Replied on 6/7/2010

By: Laser Lipo and Vein Center | Thomas Wright M.D. F.A.C.P.
O'Fallon, MO

The only effect that weight loss will have is possibly needing additional filler to restore volume lost. Many of my patients see weight loss first in their face. Existing filler will still give volume where it was injected, but the added weight loss may result in more hollowing and sagging in the face. If you plan to lose weight, you can still have filler injections now to correct lines and hollows, and when you lose weight, you can have a follow-up visit to assess whether more filler would be appropriate.

Replied on 6/3/2010

By: Aspen Medical Aesthetics and Laser Clinic | Dr Chris Knuth
Mequon, WI

While losing weight may have some effect on the results of dermal fillers, I doubt that this would be very significant. Dermal fillers like Restylane will remain in place with the weight loss. If the result was even before the weight loss, it should remain even and smooth after the weight loss. Weight loss my necessitate having some additional filler placed to supplement for some loss of fullness to the face.
Discussing your specific goals with your provider will help determine what is best for you.

Replied on 6/2/2010

By: Rejuve | John Tang, MD.
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Saratoga, CA

I think it would be more ideal if you lost the 10 lbs first and then did the dermal fillers. This would give you the most optimal result. What can happen is that you can lose some fat in multiple areas, particularly underneath the eyes, temples, and sides of the face which are all treatable with fillers. You won't know that until you have lost the weight.

Replied on 6/2/2010

By: Celibre Medical Corporation | Laser Dermatology & Injections
Orange, CA

Losing the weight will not affect the Restylane itself, but if you lose more tissue volume in your face as you lose weight, you may be in need of additional injections. We would suggest getting the injections now and adding more later if need be.

Replied on 6/2/2010

By: Gia Laser Aesthetic Center | Dr. Jeffrey Kronson
Claremont, CA

That's a difficult decision to make without see you in a formal consultation. I would plan on seeing a professional and asking him/her what they thought a people carry their excess weight differently and advice differs among clients.