Had Juvederm lip filler 6 days ago and developed 2 lumps. Was told to massage. Why do I have more lumps? (photos)

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Hello,I had Juvederm lip filler (1 syringe) exactly 6 days ago and I have developed 2 lumps. I went in today to follow up on it and they recommended for me to wait another week to see if it goes away. The RN told me to massage the area to help it. When I did, I noticed I have more lumps now after massaging my lips! I’m really nervous and freaked out I may have worsened it. Will the lumps go away? I should have never touched them. If I wear lipstick it’s more noticeable

S. Ozan Sozer, MD · Answer

Lumps are normal after filler. As your RN stated, massaging is the best way to get rid of lumps and they will subside. The lumps may have moved therefore appearing in other areas. Continue to massage to break down the filler as much as possible.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Many "lumps" will resolve on their own within two weeks of the injection date as they may be related to swelling.  If they do not resolve you can return to your injector to have them dissolved with hyaluronidase.

William Groff, DO · Answer

Juvederm injections can potentially cause swelling and bruising, and this can last for up to 2 weeks after the procedure. I recommend waiting the full 2-week period until any swelling subsides, which will allow you to see the final result. I also recommend scheduling a follow-up with your injecting physician who can provide you with a formal evaluation. In my clinic we use Juvederm in combination with other dermal fillers, neurotoxins, and lasers to customize facial revolumizing treatment plans for the unique needs and goals of each of our patients. I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist who can provide you with a formal assessment.

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

Juvederm is a great filler for the lips.  Often you an have lumps temporarily in the lips.  I would wait for two weeks until the lumps resolve and in the meanwhile I would just massage the treated area. If there are still lumps in the lips after two weeks you can have Vitrase dissolved into the lumps to dissolve them.  Best, Dr. Green

Tonya Boudreaux, MD · Answer

Don’t worry, it is completely normal to have lumps and bumps after lip fillers. Like your provider told you, just massage them out until they are gone. If you are having a hard time getting the lumps out by massaging, your provider should be able to do it for you.
Best of luck!

Had Juvederm lip filler 6 days ago and developed 2 lumps. Was told to massage. Why do I have more lumps? (photos)

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Had Juvederm lip filler 6 days ago and developed 2 lumps. Was told to massage. Why do I have more lumps? (photos)

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Answer: Lumps from Juvederm in the lips

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