How quickly do bruises appear after injection into the lips with Restylane Silk?

Thank you for sharing your question.  Bruising after non-surgical lip enhancement procedures may occur as early as immediately and as late as several days following the procedure. Avoiding the usual blood-thinning medications (aspirin, herbal supplements, NSAID's, etc.) is the best way to prevent bruising. You'll want to avoid these medications for at least one week prior and one week after injection. If you develop bruising after lip injection, an herbal supplement called Arnica may help resolve the bruising a little faster. 

I appreciate your question.You may or may not get a bruise post injection.  Best to avoid alcohol, motrin, advil, fish oils, vitamin e, steroids, st. John's wart and Ginko Biloba 3-14 days prior to injection as they are all blood thinners.   If you do have a tendency to bruise easily, I recommend Arnica 200k (lavender vial).  5 pellets under your tongue 3x a day pre and post injection.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck! Dr. Schwartz

Bruises typically appear immediately or within 72 hours following injection. Typically, the later a bruise appears the less severe it will be unless you're taking blood thinners after your treatment. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

Thank you for your question.  Swelling and bruising can happen immediately or in a delayed fashion regardless of the type of injectable filler used.  I would avoid the use of any blood thinners for a week prior to the injection and avoid alcohol or anything that makes you hot (e.g. hot bath, exercise) for a good day or two after your injection.

Lip injections can cause bruising, you can use cannulas to limit the complications but they still can occur.  Please see an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.