so i got a couple cortisone shots in my cheek and now im getting some major dents from the atrophy. i know this is probably not permanent adn will heal over 6 months - 1 year, but if i got restylane would my skin heal on its own while the filler was there? thanks!

Hi there,
Sorry to hear this has happened to you! I have had issues with cortisone induced atrophy also. I stayed away from the injections for awhile and stupidly did another one a couple of months ago, and I did in fact atrophy. However, it was only really noticeable for the first month or so. I'd say I had it done maximum two months ago and it appears to be filling in, because I don't notice it as I used to. I wouldn't rush to do a filler just yet, as distressing as it is - hang in there! The best explanation for atrophy that I came across in my research is that the cortisone has the effect of shrinking fat cells temporarily, or something like this. Anyways, I'd say try to give it some time - let us know how it goes. Good luck!

Lisa

the dents i get from cortizone shots are a lot easier for me to cover with makeup than cysts and actually fill in within 4 to 6 months, whereas i have scars from cysts that i didn't get injected that i've been stuck with for 2 years.