1 cc Juvederm normal amount for lips?

I just had my first ever Juvederm injection yesterday in my upper lip. The nurse injected 1 full cc into the upper lip. Is this the recommended amount? I ask because my upper lip is very swollen, too big, and looks abnormal. I am hoping some of this is swelling, and I am trying to be patient. Please tell me what the normal cc amount is for the upper lip, and how much of this is actually swelling. When can I expect the "true" results to show? At this point, I wish I had never done this. I feel I look abnormal.

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2 answers to “1 cc Juvederm normal amount for lips?”

A: Quantity of lip juvederm injection

Benjamin Barankin, MD

I typically inject 1cc of juvederm to cover both upper and lower lip, though some patients do ask for 2 cc/syringes to be injected. Certainly for a first time patient, I would always start with 1 syringe injected as you can always add more. I'd wait 2 weeks, and if things aren't much improved by then, then... more

A: Juvederm volume for lips

Bryan K. Chen, MD

Swelling of the lip after Juvederm injection can be quite dramatic, but usually resolves fully by 2 weeks.  I would not make any determination on the appearance of the lip until at least 1 week after your injection.  1 syringe of Juvederm is usually sufficient for the upper and lower lips. If at 2... more

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