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Cosmetic Surgery (Expert Forum)
Juvederm and blue discoloration
Answered by
Howard Rosenberg, MD - Cosmetic Surgery
Accent on Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Medical Center
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Doctor's Answer
by Howard Rosenberg, MD, Jul 21, 2008 10:06AM
, Jul 21, 2008 10:06AM
Juvederm itself does not produce dark circles (it is a filler consisting of a natural sugar that is typically absorbed in four to six months or more). The dark areas may potentially be related to bruising caused by the injection technique. At more than eight months following the injection, you may have iron pigment staining of the tissues from a bruise (hemoglobin contains iron). I would suggest seeing a dermatologist to discuss the use of bleaching creams.
