Did Juvederm settle above my lip line? (photos)

Question

Had Juvederm (not even a full cc) injected into my upper and lower lip 4 days ago. I have a noticeable about of puffiness above my upper lip line and it's giving me sort of a duck look. This happened in the past too. Especially when lights are above, the upper puffiness gets highlighted and the filler looks silly. Why is this happening?

Jeffrey R. Raval, MD, FACS, MBA · Answer

Hello, at 4 days post injection, you are more than likely still experiencing swelling. This swelling around the injection site can last as long as 2 weeks. I would wait a bit longer and then schedule a consultation with your injector if you still feel you are experiencing puffiness above your lips.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  Most likely this upper lip fullness is due more to swelling than accidental injection of JVD.  This appearance is not uncommon in some patients, especially depending on the pattern of injections used by your physician.  Allow your results to mature over two weeks, you should see a steady drop in tissue size if swelling is the culprit.  Best wishes.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It's too early to tell if this is filler or swelling.  Swelling from lip injections can last up to two weeks.  If after that time frame you still have concerns, return to your injector for an evaluation.

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

One of the problems with Juvederm is that it is very hydrophilic and can swell a great degree.  Since it is only four days I would wait at least 10 days to see the full results if the swelling resolves.  In the future a different filler such as Restylane might be better for you and give more natural looking results.  Best, Dr. Green

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

first off you may still be swollen as it's only been 4 days and it may take up to two weeks for the swelling to completely go down. If the condition does not improve speak to your injector about other options. Good luck from York City

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