Lip filler looks uneven- injector only injected one side... is this normal? 1 day post Juvederm injection. (photo)

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I had a bit of juvederm put him my bottom lip yesterday. My injector only injected the left side of my lip. I asked her what about the right side and she said that she "threaded" the juvederm over. However, this morning the left side of my lip looks more filled. Is this swelling? Will it go down or do I need to get some on the other side?

Sepehr Egrari, MD, FACS · Answer

Swelling is a part of the healing process post lip injections with Juvederm. I would allow 2 full weeks until you ask your injector to alter your result. If she only injected one part of the lip it will most likely look uneven until the swelling subsides. If after two weeks it still appears uneven then I would contact your injector for a follow up appointment. Good luck.

Michelle Spring, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for the questions.  Please try to be patient, the lips swell a lot and it will take time to see your final results.  I ask my patients to wait about two weeks prior to making any judgments about the results.  If at that time you are unhappy or still asymmetrical, see your injector.  Good luck!Sincerely,Dr. Michelle Spring

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's too soon to tell what your final results will be. You have swelling, which can be asymmetrical, and last 1-2 weeks after lip injections. If you're unhappy with your final results, you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear laney_bee,Juvederm has significant swelling post injection. I would follow up with you plastic surgeon but typically I tell all my patients to wait a full two weeks.  Generally at 2 weeks they are happy and glad they didn't dissolve.  Dissolving is unpredictable as well.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.
Using a cannula long enough to reach the opposite side, a well -trained injector can inject the entire lip without difficulty. The benefit of the cannula usually are less pain and bruising. Early asymmetrical swelling is pretty normal at this point. I suggest you wait a full 2 weeks before considering a final volume or result and then discuss this with your injector/physician.
Best wishes, Dr. ALDO

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