Constant morning lip swelling after Juvederm. Is this normal?

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Hi, I have regular lip injections using Juverderm. (I'm 28 year old female) I find that every evening my lips start to feel slightly fuller and then every morning my lips swell slightly. Is this normal? The swelling only lasts for about an hour or so and is minimal so not that noticeable but thought I would check if this is fairly normal? Thanks Emma.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

this is a common reaction to certain types of fillers. you can reverse the fillers or take daily antihistamines to help.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Asif Pirani, MD, FRCS(C) · Answer

The best person to help you is your treating physician. I suggest you see them in person or see another board certified surgeon or physician in your area. An in-person evaluation is needed to adequately evaluate your situation and options.The foregoing information provided is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, it is provided for educational purposes only.You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Talk with your healthcare provider about any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Michael H. Gold, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question, and it is quite normal to have some swelling and the feeling of full lips for the first few weeks after a lip injection of any HA filler – like Juvederm.  Many use Belotero or Restylane Silk these days in the lips, but all can cause some lip swelling. Ice can usually alleviate this, in most people.  I always recommend patients have these injections given in the offices of board-certified dermatologists or plastic surgeons as we are the true experts on all of these products, how best to inject them, and how best to handle any untoward events. This concern should go away quickly; if it persists, go back to your injector and make sure things look correct.

Alim R. Devani, MD, FRCPC · Answer

I always tell my patients to not love their filler
injections for 2 weeks. Swelling is very common and sometimes immediate. It can
last 3-7 days and a good idea is to use cold compresses. Cold compresses may be
used immediately after treatment to reduce swelling only if needed. This may be
applied for 3 minutes, 3 times per day, for up to 3 days. This is best done
with a bag of peas in a zip lock bag. Only apply light pressure to the area but
gentle massage might be necessary if the bump is from the filler material
itself. Get Arnica gel if you can find some and apply a few times a day as well
to help treat any swelling. Avoid any blood thinners. Bruising can also last
1-2 weeks. I don't recommend hyaluronidase this early and wait a few weeks until
the swelling has resolved. If it is persistent or you are worried, set up a
follow up appointment with your dermatologist.

Constant morning lip swelling after Juvederm. Is this normal?

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Answer: Swelling/Bruising/Lumpiness (early) from Fillers

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