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).
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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6 answers to “Upper Lip severely swollen from...”A: 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,... more
A: 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.
A: 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!
A: 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... more
A: 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)... more
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