Will putting ice on your lips after Juvederm move the filler?

Question

I’ve seen on many RealSelf post that doctors say to ice the area after fillers to make swelling go down. However, when I got my lips done today my injector told me to not ice the area, not even after 42 hours because this will cause the filler to travel. So I just want more opinions on if I could ice it or not, and if not can I have other suggestions to make swelling go away quicker?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Using ice after lip injections should not move the filler.  Intermittent use of ice is common to help with bruising and swelling.  Some patients also use Arnica or Bromelain supplements. It can take up to two weeks for swelling to resolve after lip injections.

Hooman Khorasani, MD · Answer

Ice on the lips won't move the filter.  Feel free to use ice to reduce swelling. Antihistamines and steroid can also help to reduce swelling.  Be well.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

In my opinion, putting ice on your lips after a Juvederm injection should not move the filler.  However, I do think it is always best to follow the instructions from the physician who treated you.

Martin Nimmo, BDS, MFDS, RCS(Ed) · Answer

Placing ice gently on the lips is a great way to help reduce swelling, and should not cause the filler to move. If you can also avoid activities which will cause your blood vessels to dilate, such as exercise or drinking alcohol, this will also help the swelling to subside faster.

Tonya Boudreaux, MD · Answer

It is typically always recommended to ice after getting fillers injected to help reduce swelling.. the filler should not travel.
Best of luck!

Will putting ice on your lips after Juvederm move the filler?

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