dermal fillers

COVID-19 Vaccine and Dermal Filler Swelling Questions Answered

COVID-19 Vaccine and Dermal Filler Swelling Questions Answered

In this post I will cover the top 5 questions related to the COVID-19 vaccine and dermal filler swelling.
1. Is swelling from the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine a real side effect?
2. I have facial fillers should I be worried about getting the vaccine?
3. If swelling occurs, where is it most likely to happen?
4. How could the vaccine given in my arm trigger swelling in my face where I’ve had dermal fillers?
5. Should I get the vaccine if I have fillers?


FDA Approved Dermal Fillers

FDA Approved Dermal Fillers

There are 19 brands of FDA approved facial dermal fillers available to providers for cosmetic injections. Each has multiple and specific indications (lips, cheeks, etc.) and most have 2 versions – one which includes lidocaine in the formulation (an anesthetic) and one that does not.