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description: "I've had my lips augmented with dermal fillers and like the results, but don't like the bruising. I read about a new technique using a \"blunt-tip cannula\" that replaces needles. Is it available in Northern California and is it better?"
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# Cannulas for Facial Filler Application

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-   Larry K. Fan, M.D.

## Question

I've had my lips augmented with dermal fillers and like the results, but don't like the bruising. I read about a new technique using a "blunt-tip cannula" that replaces needles. Is it available in Northern California and is it better?

## Answer

Facial fillers, such as Restylane and Juvederm, are injected using very small needles. Recently, an alternative technique for injecting fillers using blunt-tipped microcannulas has been developed.

Yes, the technique is available in Northern California from experienced and advanced injectors. Injecting fillers using a blunt tip cannula may slightly reduce bruising and discomfort, but the technique is not suited for all areas of the face.

Whether a small needle or cannula is used to inject fillers, most patients are comfortable during the procedure, however there is a chance of bruising.

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