I got lip injections two weeks ago. The left side of my upper lip is much bigger than the other side. I thought it would disappear with swelling but it's still uneven. Is this normal? Does swelling sometimes last more than two weeks? I'm very upset because I feel like my doctor did this on purpose so that I would have to go back but I don't have the money to go back again. This is the first time I've done anything cosmetic and so far, will be the last.
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April 1, 2019
Answer: Lumpy after lip augmentation with Fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Volbella)
I always recommend a patient call's the office they received the treatment. With any injection there is always a possibility of bruising or swelling unfortunately. A bruise can last 7-10 days depending on how severe it is. Call your doctors office and see if they offer treatments to reduce both ...
Hi Mishalady,Though there are no photos that we can assess, generally, if you dislike your long philtrum and you need red lip enhancement, injection of a selective moldable filler to enhance the vermillion border will make the philtrum appear shorter and mimic an upper lip lift effect.
Good question! No, hormones or plan B will not affect your lip filler. Lips are mobile and because of normal movement (eating, pursing your lips, kissing, whistling, drinking through a straw, etc. ) the filler tends to dissolve and absorb faster than in some other facial zones. Still I ...