How bad can swelling be after getting lip line fillers above your lip area?

Thank you for your question.  Sorry you had trauma to your lip after augmentation.  Ice and elevation may help.  We have also seen Arnica help.  You are early in your post procedure course.  Usually the patient sees the start of the neuromodulators, (Botox Dysport, Xeomin), working at day 4.  The fillers usually see some result early, but some modulation continues.  In our office we have patients come back at 2 weeks for their check on their neuromodulator or filler.  At that point, most of the swelling is usually down, and we have an idea of the result.  Often, asymmetry and lumps can be improved.  Please make sure your well trained, experienced injector knows your current status.Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLas Vegas Plastic Surgery

Swelling and bruising is very common after lip filler
injections. The swelling usually subsides within a week and the
bruising can sometimes take 1-2 weeks to fully resolve. If you don't
see an improvement over several days, please follow up with your physician
for an evaluation.

Swelling is very common after fillers and more so in the lips. If you are very concerned, then I suggest you touch base with your injector.

Swelling after filler injections for lips and lip lines can last for 3 to 4 days.  Bruising can last for a week or so.  If you are not happy with your results in 2 weeks, please return to your doctor for assessment.  Too much filler can be dissolved if necessary.

When you discussed the procedure with your plastic surgeon, he or she likely discussed the risks of bruising and swelling. The latter is not necessarily a risk or complication, but an expected sequela. Care to avoid a "simian lip" or a "monkey lip" is a concern which limits the amount of volume correction in the upper lip.  In addition to volume, the actual product injected may contribute to the swelling as not all injectables share the same hydrophilic properties. The presence of bruising may be indicative of local trauma related to the injection and subsurface bleeding.  Once the bruising resolves, it would be better to judge and evaluate the overall cosmetic improvement and result.  It is always best to discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon in advance and if you have unforeseen questions to contact the doctor afterwards as well.  In all likelihood the doctor would be able to reassure you.