Could I have a filler treatment if I'm on blood thinners?


Jul 22, 2010
Dr. Irwin , I am a fifty eight year old woman that has had aortic valve replacement and am on blood thinners. I want to have filler injections for the lines that go from my mouth to my chin. I am very self conscience of these lines and so much want to have this taken care of . My question is can this be possible since I need to be on the blood thinners?

I'm going to assume for this answer that you're on coumadin/warfarin.   It's very safe to use a filler like Juvederm or Restylane while you are on coumadin BUT you will very likely bruise.  How much?  It's hard to say exactly because it depends somewhat on how gentle your doctor is when he/she injects and how actively they use pressure and ice right away to limit the bruising.  Also, many of the "numbing" creams used for 20-30 minutes prior to injecting help because they also constrict the blood vessels a little. 

 As long as you are prepared for some bruising for a week or so afterwards, you probably will be happy!   Dr. I



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