02/02/2026
Not all vascular occlusions present the way you would expect. ❌
After hyaluronic acid filler treatments in areas like the chin, most practitioners check skin colour, capillary refill, and pain levels post-treatment at a surface level,
but they often overlook the oral cavity. 👇🏻
Intra-oral signs like blanching or discolouration, can be early indicators of a vascular occlusion.
These signs are subtle, can be very small/ localised, meaning they are easily missed, and often progress before external symptoms appear.
Failing to check areas such as the gingiva, inner lips, tongue, and palate (pre & post treatment), could delay critical intervention.
At AMET, we help practitioners recognise and act on the less obvious signs of vascular events.
Our triage nurses provide immediate support, and our escalation pathways connect you directly with ophthalmology, plastic surgery, and dermatology experts.
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