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Juvederm Lip Injections - 3 Days Later, Barely a Difference?

I had my lips injected with 1 syringe of Juvederm last Thursday. I thought it looked great! 3 days later and my lips look hardly any different than they did before I got them done. Should I contact my doctor? This was my first experience at a cosmetic surgeons office; I didn't show my doctor a photo of how I wanted my lips to look - I just told him that I was wanted my lips larger. Will this make a difference in getting the results I really wanted without having to pay another $550?

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17 Doctor Answers | Asked by sarah d !! in Port Saint Lucie, Florida

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Juvederm Lip Injections - 3 Days Later, Barely a Difference?

After Juvederm has been injected, there is a component of swelling that occurs in the lips especially if there was some massage at the time of injection. The presentation is then a larger lip composed of Juvederm and swelling. After a few days the swelling goes down leaving the lips augmented by Juvederm only and this may not be enough correction. Additional Juvederm may be needed for the lips to look like the appearance of the first few days. Please see your injector... more

Juvederm lip injections

It can take 2 weeks to see the final result. If you would like your lips even more enhanced, return to your physician for more Juvederm.

More is better!

Your photos show a common assumption among patients which is that the swelling is part of the final result. Remember, 0.8-1 cc's is not a large amount of volume. Most lips require 2 or more syringes to get the larger look you are after. The positive spin on this is that you are able to preview what your lip would be like with more filler. The material is still there in it's full volume, it has not "disappeared" you just need more of it to get the result you desire. Lastly, the middle... more

Juvederm results...

Juvederm results last anywhere from six to nine months. The results are usually natural, and seen immediately. Your body absorbs the hyaluronic acid over time so the injections must be repeated periodically to maintain the refreshed look. Your results definitely show enhancement, but it is important to remember that the most important part of the plastic surgery process is communication. Therefore it is vital that you go back to see your plastic surgeron and... more

Juvederm in lips

I can see a nice volume enhancement of your lips as I would have expected after an injection. It is possible that the injection of additional Juvederm might increase your satisfaction with the treatment but I think your results are typical based on your photos.

Lip Augmenattion with Juvederm in Raleigh NC

Definitely contact your plastic surgeon if you are not happy or if you think you might like more Juvederm. In my Raleigh plastic surgery practice we offer 50% any more than one syringe of Juvederm and we honor that price for 2 weeks after the initial procedure. Your plastic surgeon might have a similar protocol.

Michael Law, MD

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Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

michaellawmd.com

Juvedem Lips

As with all the others that have commented, I can definitely notice the augmentation in your lips. It is only 3 days post injection and the swelling may continue to decrease. If you desire fuller lips, more than 1 syringe would be required. It is important not to go overboard...it is easy to put more in.

Juvederm effects

i definitely see that your lips look augmented. There is always a small amount of initial swelling that occurs that resolves over a few days. I always tell patients this so they know what to expect. I would recommend going back to your physician to have him see if you need more product. Dr. Cat Begovic M.D.

Lip augmentation is all about volume of Juvederm.

You have nice full lips to start so augmenting them with fillers like Juvederm or Restylane may take more volume than you think. It is not that uncommon in a young full lipped woman to use 2 syringes for the desired result. The swelling that you experienced gave you a glimpse of what "more" will do for you. Definately revisit your physician fro more filler. The good news is that is will last for 6 months or more.

Susan Van Dyke, MD

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Paradise Valley Dermatologic Surgeon

www.vandykelaser.com

Juvederm Lip Enhancement

Sarah, In evaluating your before and after pictures, your upper lip definitely looks volumized as compared to your pre-injection photograph. Your lower lip does as well, but to a lesser extent. Perhaps you were desiring bigger lips than one syringe can provide. I would suggest returning to your physician for an evaluation and possibly, further volumization. Warmest Regards, Glenn Vallecillos, MD, FACS

Lip augmentation with Juvederm usually works well.

Sarah Wait a bit longer........your results will change yet. You admit to bruising still present so you probably will shrink a little more as the blood resorbs. Needles are sharp and cause some trauma which creates swelling......this will go too. You should be stable in about 1 week if the bruise isn't too large. Then evaluate your results. As an aside, I see that your upper lip was 50 % the size of your lower lip pre injection and 3 days later it is about 80 % the size of your lo more

Juvederm lips

Lips can metabolize juvederm quickly but it should last months. See your provider to discuss your concerns.

Lips have immediate increased volume with Juvederm

Looking at the pictures you have posted, the before pictures show your upper lip MUCH thinner than the after pictures. The bottom lip does not look much different, but as the lower lip should be about 2 times the "thickness" of the upper lip, it looks like your lips ae in more "aesthetic balance" now and more attractive. If you do have concerns, always go back to the injector for re-evaluation, as your satisfaction is the aim of any of these type of treatments... more

Juvederm for lip enhancement

I tell my patients right after Juvederm injection in the lips that if they think the lips are too big then after the swelling dissipates it will be about right. If they like the lips right after injection, they will probably need more. What looks right is a very individual thing. What looks good to you may be unacceptably huge to another person.

Juvederm for lip enhancement

Juvederm is a great filler for lip enhancement. I would definitely go back to your provider and discuss your results. Unfortunately, you may need more filler. I also recommend that you discuss again with him or her the results that you were wishing for so that he or she knows exactly what you were looking for. Great communication between the patient and the physician is crucial to great cosmetic outcomes.

Juvederm for lips

I would definitely recommend you return to your doctor to be evaluated. You may need more than one syringe to achieve the fullness you desire.

Lip filler

If you were happy at three days after lip augmentation but now you are not because the swelling dissipated, suggests that you may need more filler material.