Extreme bruising after Juvederm in lips and nasal folds. (Photos)

It is not uncommon to experience bruising after injection of soft tissue fillers.  Bruising is easily managed with vascular laser treatments.  Laser treatments help the bruises disappear quickly, safely, and effectively.  I would strongly recommend to an injector who has this technology available should you wish to have a bruise treated.  It is not too late to have your bruises treated if they are still prominent.  Best of luck.

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs and I am sorry to hear of your bruising.  Your picture demonstrates more bruising than is typical for smile line and lip treatments but anytime a needle is used the potential exists.  I prefer to use cannulas in the smile lines as a known artery runs in the fold and if injured it can lead to significant side effects including extensive bruising.  At this point there is nothing to do but wait and allow your body time to heal.  You can accelerate the process with cold compresses, sleeping with your head elevated, arnica montana/bromelain supplements, and eating fresh pineapple and dark leafy green vegetables.  Hope this helps.

Swelling and bruising is a normal part of getting injections. Some people may bruise or swell worse than others. Typically, most if not all should be gone within 2 weeks post injection. If you have concerns with remaining bruising, please return to your PS and have them evaluate you.

While it is not common to bruise after dermal fillers in the nasolabial folds, it is quite possible to bruise after dermal filler in the lips. An expert and experienced phyTo minimize bruising in the future, stay off of aspirin, Motrin, Advil, Aleve, any anti-inflammatory, any fish oil product, flax seed oil, green tea, or herbs for two weeks. Also, the proper use of Arnica Montana before the treatment helps limit or prevent bruising and swelling.

Good Afternoon and thank you for your question. With any injectable procedure side effects always include the risk of bruising and swelling. There are several ways to reduce your chances of bruising prior to injections such as avoiding any anti-inflammatory medications (Advil, Motrin) and specific vitamins/supplements such as Omega 3, Garlic, Gingko Biloba, and St. John’s Wort.  Getting your daily dose of Vitamin K (fresh spinach, broccoli, and kale) and Bromide (pineapple) is also an excellent way to reduce  your chances of bruising. Additionally, the usage of a micro-cannula needle will aid in reducing your chances of bruising. I highly recommend for my patients to use Arnica pills as well.  It’s important to remember that even with following all of these instructions there still is a chance to bruise and bruising can last up to two weeks.  Best of luck to you.