I had restylane injected in my upper lip yesterday. Directly after, I looked great, ran errands, even bought lipstick! But this morning (it's been about 15 hours post procedure), my lips are swollen like a duck bill. It looks terrible. I've had resty in my lips numerous times, and I've never seen this. I'm usually very conservative, but my doctor used a tiny bit more this visit. I'm scared. Will my lips go back to their look from yesterday? I have a big public event in four days!
Answer: Swelling after restylane in lips Thank you for your question. It is very common for the lips to look over corrected or fake the next day. This is due to all the swelling that ensues. I often tell my patients that this is the "oh my gosh" day. It can be 'oh my gosh' my lips are so swollen! It could also be 'oh my gosh' I love my lips even more than yesterday. Either way, the swelling may last a few days with every day showing a decrease in swelling. The more you ice the first day or two, the less swelling you will have. I would wait a few days to a week and then return to your injector if you still have concerns after that. If you like the look of the lips at some point during the swelling reduction, then take a picture. This way you know what volume you like in the lips for the future.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Swelling after restylane in lips Thank you for your question. It is very common for the lips to look over corrected or fake the next day. This is due to all the swelling that ensues. I often tell my patients that this is the "oh my gosh" day. It can be 'oh my gosh' my lips are so swollen! It could also be 'oh my gosh' I love my lips even more than yesterday. Either way, the swelling may last a few days with every day showing a decrease in swelling. The more you ice the first day or two, the less swelling you will have. I would wait a few days to a week and then return to your injector if you still have concerns after that. If you like the look of the lips at some point during the swelling reduction, then take a picture. This way you know what volume you like in the lips for the future.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Its best to do treatments at least 2 weeks before an event This is very normal for there to be swelling 1 day post treatment.The swelling will subside over the next 2 weeks. After 2 weeks this would be the end result. You should see some big improvement over the next few days. But I would always recommend getting any treatments 2 weeks before an event even sometimes 4 week so you have time for top ups if needed. In the mean time you can always ice the area to help with the swelling, stay hydrated and you arnica cream or tablets, to help with any bruises. Hope this helps.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Its best to do treatments at least 2 weeks before an event This is very normal for there to be swelling 1 day post treatment.The swelling will subside over the next 2 weeks. After 2 weeks this would be the end result. You should see some big improvement over the next few days. But I would always recommend getting any treatments 2 weeks before an event even sometimes 4 week so you have time for top ups if needed. In the mean time you can always ice the area to help with the swelling, stay hydrated and you arnica cream or tablets, to help with any bruises. Hope this helps.
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November 11, 2015
Answer: Swollen Lips Swelling is very common after treatment and can take a few hours to appear, which is what it sounds like happened to you. I always tell my patients to take it a little easy after their treatment to reduce this risk, placing restrictions on vigorous physical activity. It can take about two weeks for the majority of swelling to subside. In the meantime, refrain from touching/massaging your lips, applying products that could irritate the area and keep your head elevated while sleeping.
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Answer: Swollen Lips Swelling is very common after treatment and can take a few hours to appear, which is what it sounds like happened to you. I always tell my patients to take it a little easy after their treatment to reduce this risk, placing restrictions on vigorous physical activity. It can take about two weeks for the majority of swelling to subside. In the meantime, refrain from touching/massaging your lips, applying products that could irritate the area and keep your head elevated while sleeping.
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April 18, 2011
Answer: Restylane and lip swelling
You have a very high chance of developing a good result in time for your public event. A small percent of restylane injections, or juvederm injections, can cause excessive lip swelling. Having it once does not mean it will happen again. If the result looked good initially, then it probably is not overcorrection and the amount of fluid that is temporarily there should go away. Some reactions have warranted physicians prescribing corticosteroids but as there are risks, it is preferable to allow the body to heal on its own.
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Answer: Restylane and lip swelling
You have a very high chance of developing a good result in time for your public event. A small percent of restylane injections, or juvederm injections, can cause excessive lip swelling. Having it once does not mean it will happen again. If the result looked good initially, then it probably is not overcorrection and the amount of fluid that is temporarily there should go away. Some reactions have warranted physicians prescribing corticosteroids but as there are risks, it is preferable to allow the body to heal on its own.
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April 17, 2011
Answer: Lips will be fine
SallyAnne, Your lips could not have gotten any more volume over night .This should be swelling and that can happen. Give it a few more days. Can ice 5-10 minutes on and off(do not apply ice directly but wrap in a wash cloth). Sometimes sleeping with head more elevated decreases facial swelling that is most severe in morning.
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Answer: Lips will be fine
SallyAnne, Your lips could not have gotten any more volume over night .This should be swelling and that can happen. Give it a few more days. Can ice 5-10 minutes on and off(do not apply ice directly but wrap in a wash cloth). Sometimes sleeping with head more elevated decreases facial swelling that is most severe in morning.
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