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What are some risks involved with using injectable fillers on my face?

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What are some risks involved with using injectable fillers on my face?

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There are major risks to injecting fillers into the face, including "black nose," infections, and even blindness. Plastic surgeon Paul Nassif, MD, explain these complications, and why it's critical to confirm the filler being used is authentic.

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