I've had juvederm in My upper lip , 3 weeks later i still had a lump that ruined my smile, so i went back to my doctor and he disolved it i guess with Hyaluronidase, after the injection my lip has swollen dramaticaly and it is still swollen although its been 5 days since the injection. Is this normal?? I'm afraid my lips will stay swollen for a long time
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May 6, 2016
Answer: Lip swelling is normal after Hyaluronidase
Longterm filler problems include migration, edema, and nodularity. Filler migration and permanence is a very common problem because there are many different types of HA fillers on the market and each is specified for a specific part of the face. Use of highly cohesive fillers on thin skin may...
Thank you for your question.It does not appear that the area is infected.The redness is related to local inflammation related to the hyaluronidase. Tincture of time and it will resolve.BestDr Karamanoukian#RealSelf100
Dilution technique differs between providers but the important note is that the product Vitrase should be fresh and properly refrigerated prior to its use.BestDr Karamanoukian