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Upper Lip Severely Swollen from Restylane

I had Restylane injected into my upper lip yesterday. The swelling was quite severe, as my mouth looked like a duck's beak! This morning, it seems much worse! I can hardly talk or move my mouth, since it's very stiff. Is this normal? What can I do do make the swelling subside? I'm freaking out, I look horrible!

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8 Doctor Answers | Asked by lilyloo in Sydney, Australia
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Temporary swelling occurs with Restylane injections

Restylane is a hyaluronic acid filler. After injection, the hyaluronic acid absorbs water temporarily and will swell for 12 to 24 hours. Instructions after treatment include application of pressure, ice, and minimal activity in the injected area (i.e. minimize chewing and talking after injection).
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Restylane can produce swelling

Restylane can produce swelling in the lip as can juvederm since they are both hyaluronic acids and hydrophilic(water loving). This means that water is drawn into the area. This is usually a temporary problem that will resolve with ice, benadryl orally and time. Contact your doctor if the swelling persists or if you have increased pain. I hope this helps.
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Minimizing Lip Swelling after Lip Augmentation

Swelling to a varying degree is expected. Here are some tips to make it go away faster - Continued head elevation - sleep in recliner chair for up to the first week Icing - not directly on skin, 20 min on then 20 min off if comfortable for the first 3 days Low Salt diet No heavy lifting, bending over or intense exercise ... more

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Lip swelling after Restylane or Juvederm is temporary and to be expected

Restylane and Juvederm are hyaluronic acid fillers that 'plump' tissues by attracting fluid to the area of injection. Therefore lip swelling after Restylane or Juvederm is not unexpected but can be minimized with discreet augmentation along lip borders with application of ice pack afterwards.
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Expected

Lilyloo, Swelling, sometimes severe, can occur after Restylane lip augmentation.  It is usually worse in the morning after sleeping in a flat position.  Try some ice compresses and sleep with your head elevated on several pillows for a few nights.  Good luck!
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Swelling after lip augmentation

It is almost impossible to completely avoid swelling and bruising when augmenting the lips. The lip tissue is very delicate. Typically, swelling occurs immediately after the treatment and can appear worse the next day. In most people, the swelling is gone after 36 hours, but in some people, it may last 2-4 days. It is unlikely that you are having an allergic reaction, as Restylane is an inert substance, but your body will certainly recognize that you had a treatment done. Some people... more
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Restylane in the lip

Swelling of the lip after Restylane injection is expected.  This should get better over a few days. I would reassess it at that time.  Good Luck.
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Lip swelling after Restylane is almost certainly normal

When I inject Restylane or any other hyaluronic acid filler such as Juvederm into the lips, I warn patients about the sometimes severe swelling that can occur 1-3 days following the procedure. The swelling generally subsides within 1 week. Another unlikely possibility is an allergic reaction (rare). Little can be done to hasten the resolution of swelling though you might consider application of cool compresses to the lips. In general, try to avoid excessive manipulation of the lips. You... more
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