I got volbella injections this morning. I was told to massage hard lumps. But now I have swelling. I know some is normal. But I'm concerned about the uneven swelling on one side. I have prednisone at home. Should I use that along with ice?
Answer: Volbella swelling is uneven. Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. Asymmetrical swelling after lip injections is not uncommon, especially if your injector was attempting to correct an underlying difference in lip size. I would allow your results time to mature over 2-3 weeks. In the meantime, try reducing the swelling by using cold compresses to your lips and elevating your head at night with a couple of extra pillows behind your back. You may want to also consider using Arnica Montana and bromelain as supplements. Hang in there!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Volbella swelling is uneven. Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. Asymmetrical swelling after lip injections is not uncommon, especially if your injector was attempting to correct an underlying difference in lip size. I would allow your results time to mature over 2-3 weeks. In the meantime, try reducing the swelling by using cold compresses to your lips and elevating your head at night with a couple of extra pillows behind your back. You may want to also consider using Arnica Montana and bromelain as supplements. Hang in there!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Uneven swelling is normal It is really normal to have post injection swelling, particularly on the lips which are sensitive, and for that swelling to be asymmetric or uneven. This will resolve with time but it may take a couple of weeks. Be patient. Things will improve.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Uneven swelling is normal It is really normal to have post injection swelling, particularly on the lips which are sensitive, and for that swelling to be asymmetric or uneven. This will resolve with time but it may take a couple of weeks. Be patient. Things will improve.
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March 17, 2017
Answer: Swelling after Volbella--Lip Augmentation with Fillers (Restylane, Juvederm) or Lip Implant or Fat You can have asymmetrical swelling after your lip injections and it will resolve in 1-2 weeks. You can ice if necessary or take prednisone. If you're unhappy with your final results, you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: Swelling after Volbella--Lip Augmentation with Fillers (Restylane, Juvederm) or Lip Implant or Fat You can have asymmetrical swelling after your lip injections and it will resolve in 1-2 weeks. You can ice if necessary or take prednisone. If you're unhappy with your final results, you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. Best, Dr. Emer
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August 21, 2021
Answer: Volbella Thank you for your question and photos. Your lips are still swollen and it is too early to judge the final results of your injection. After injection of any lip filler, swelling and lumpiness is normal and gradually subsides in the next two weeks. Most people are delighted with their final results and if you have gone to a competent injector, then I encourage you to trust the process. I send all my patients home with verbal as well as written post treatment instructions that include all the dos and don’t. I text and email all my filler patients 24 and 48 hour after their filler injection. This gives my patients the opportunity to send me their selfie if they have any concerns. I also see all my patients in two weeks to make any final corrections and create amazing results. These are all the added value touch points that my patients receive which enhances their experience. I would avoid rubbing your lips because you can move the product and you can introduce bacteria from you hand to the lips. Icing your lips will help to speed up your recover. Do not take any prescription medications unless it is a direct recommendation from your provider. If you are not happy with your final result or how your injector handled your post treatment recovery period, there are expert physicians with superior competence who have also mastered the art of an elegant experience. Wishing you success on your aesthetic journey, Dr. Bonakdar
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August 21, 2021
Answer: Volbella Thank you for your question and photos. Your lips are still swollen and it is too early to judge the final results of your injection. After injection of any lip filler, swelling and lumpiness is normal and gradually subsides in the next two weeks. Most people are delighted with their final results and if you have gone to a competent injector, then I encourage you to trust the process. I send all my patients home with verbal as well as written post treatment instructions that include all the dos and don’t. I text and email all my filler patients 24 and 48 hour after their filler injection. This gives my patients the opportunity to send me their selfie if they have any concerns. I also see all my patients in two weeks to make any final corrections and create amazing results. These are all the added value touch points that my patients receive which enhances their experience. I would avoid rubbing your lips because you can move the product and you can introduce bacteria from you hand to the lips. Icing your lips will help to speed up your recover. Do not take any prescription medications unless it is a direct recommendation from your provider. If you are not happy with your final result or how your injector handled your post treatment recovery period, there are expert physicians with superior competence who have also mastered the art of an elegant experience. Wishing you success on your aesthetic journey, Dr. Bonakdar
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October 16, 2017
Answer: Swelling after lip injections Thank you for your question. Swelling after lip enhancement is common and this will subside over several days. Occasionally this swelling may appear slightly uneven, despite the fact that the final result is symmetric. Cool compresses can be helpful for the first 48 hours in helping to reduce bruising and swelling. You could also gently massage these areas that you are concerned about, gently rolling the lip between your thumb and forefinger while working back and forth over the area that is uneven. You should be able to disperse and mold the Juvéderm to provide improvement.
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October 16, 2017
Answer: Swelling after lip injections Thank you for your question. Swelling after lip enhancement is common and this will subside over several days. Occasionally this swelling may appear slightly uneven, despite the fact that the final result is symmetric. Cool compresses can be helpful for the first 48 hours in helping to reduce bruising and swelling. You could also gently massage these areas that you are concerned about, gently rolling the lip between your thumb and forefinger while working back and forth over the area that is uneven. You should be able to disperse and mold the Juvéderm to provide improvement.
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