Reducing Juvederm Swelling with Cold Compress?

Hi there!Cold compress is useful for up to 48hours after treatment - the sooner the better. Apply for short periods of time for up to 10-15 minutes and allow breaks.This should help out with residual swelling / bruising. Hope this helps!Best wishes,Dr Rupert

Yes cold compress can help swelling, the sooner after your injections the better, especially in the first 12-24 hours after you procedure. Don’t apply ice directly on the skin and don’t apply for longer then 5-10 minutes at a time. Ibuprofen can also help but not before 24 hours.

The best thing to do to prevent swelling after juvederm injection is to avoid strenuous exercise, and extreme heat (ie hot showers to face) for the first 48 hours after the procedure.  If patients are really concerned I will recommend using an ice pack 20 min of the hour(during the day) for the first 24-48 hrs after injection.  I will also recommend sleeping with your head up on an extra pillow or two to help elevate things.  I always ice the face immediately before and after injection and this helps to decrease the amount of bruising because it decreases the size of the vessels in the area and therefore reduces chance of injury.  48 hours after surgery you will be able to start taking NSAIDS (ie naproxen) and this may help.  And my personal experience is that a little vanilla ice cream just makes everything a little easier to deal with in life.  The most important thing to remember is that the swelling is not as evident to anyone else as it is to you because you know your face the best.  Good luck with your recovery

Hello, 

Thank you for your question. Icing on and off for 15 min can help the swelling reduce. You should also avoid salt, alcohol, and exercise for a day or two, as they can make the swelling worse. Good luck!

Thank you for your question. It is very common for the lips to look
over corrected or fake the next day. I often tell my patients that this
is the "oh my gosh" day. This is due to all the swelling
that ensues. It may last a few days with every day showing a decrease
in swelling. The more you ice the first day or two, the less swelling
you will have.  I would ice every hour for 5-10 min while you are awake. I would wait a few days to a week and then return to
your injector if you still have concerns after that. If you like the
look of the lips at some point during the swelling reduction, then take a
picture. This way you know what volume you like in the lips for the
future.

It’s not unusual for patients to experience swelling immediately
following Juvederm lip injections. In some cases, swelling has resolved in 24
hours, but may persist for up to 3 to 5 days in rare cases.Lip
swelling following treatment with Juvederm can be a major source of anxiety for
cosmetic surgery patients. It’s important to remember that swelling resolves
with the passage of time and the majority of patients are ultimately happy with
their result. In your
case, swelling eight hours after Juvederm injection wouldn’t be considered
unusual. It’s therefore important to be patient.In the short term ice compresses might be
helpful.If
you’re concerned about swelling following Juvederm injections it’s important to
discuss this issue with your physician. Your physician should be able to
formulate a plan that addresses your concerns.

Cold compresses can help in the first few days. Apply the compress for a few minutes about three times a day. Make sure it's not too cold, as there is a risk of getting frostbite since the area may be a little numb and you won't feel the cold as easily.

Most swelling resolves in about three to five days, but it can last up to two weeks. Bruising will also go away in this time. You should refrain from drinking alcohol, smoking, performing vigorous physical activity or extreme temperatures to help facilitate your recovery. You can also sleep with your head slightly elevated and use a pack of frozen peas, placed on your lips for 15 minute stretches 3-4 times a day.

Cold compresses are definitely crucial for swelling. I would apply every 1 to 2 hours as able for 15 minutes at a time. Also keeping your head elevated above the heart, sleeping with the head of the bed elevated or on several pillows will also be helpful so that you don’t swell more overnight is helpful.  Arnica can also be helpful as well, especially if you are bruising.

Hello and Thanks for the Question, There are several ways to reduce swelling post-injection1. ICE, ICE, ICE - this is most important the first 72 hours. 20 mins on/20 minutes off. After 72 hours the immediate benefit of icing diminishes2. Arnica Montana - I advise most patient to take Arnica prior to and after any procedure that may result in swelling and bruising. There are sublingual pellets and topical gel or cream that can be used as well. 3. Keep your head elevated with an extra pillow at night. Good Luck and I hope This Helps!Dr David IG @AllureBH