3 days post Juvederm injection. The injector hit a blood vessel. Is this bruising normal or should I go back? (Photos)

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I got Juvederm injected into my lips 3 days ago. The injector hit a vessel and i instantly Bruised in that area. I iced all day yesterday and using arnica. The swelling has gone down a little. Its really sensitive along with my mustache area. It feels like there might be smalls cuts on the inside when talking so I’ve been applying neosporin to that area. My injector says I’ll be fine and to keep icing but I’ve been reading a lot about vessels getting hit and I’m worried.pictures were taken today

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Yes, bruising and/or swelling can be typical after lip fillers. It can take 1-2 weeks for final results. I would wait a full 2 weeks before judging the results. If it is after the two week wait, you can have the filler reversed with hyaluronidase.
I hope this helps!

Andrew T. Lyos, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question and photo.  Unfortunately, there is always a possibility of bruising and swelling with lip augmentation.  The lips are highly vascular and inadvertent injury to a small vessel can occur.  I would certainly recommend you continue the arnica topical and possibly by mouth, the ice should help as well. It usually takes two weeks for minimal swelling to resolve.  If you are concerned at all, I would reach out to your injector.  They will be happy to see you and ease your concerns. I hope this information helps and best of luck to you!

Michael A. Zadeh, MD, FACS · Answer

This looks like a really big bruise. Arnica and ice may help, but it may take up to 2 weeks to fully resolve along with the swelling. If it gets worse instead of better then I would make sure to follow up with your injector sooner. Best wishes.

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.Unfortunately it appears you have a large bruise following your injections. There is no way for an injector to predict how you will respond to injections and in some situations this is common. Stay patient, continue to ice and use the arnica. Warm compresses in between icing may help the bruise dissolve faster. Good luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This appears to be a bruise. Icing, arnica and VBeam treatments can give improvement. Bruising and/or swelling will resolve in 1-2 weeks. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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