Depressed over juvederm lip injections?

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I got Juvederm on my lips on Monday and I went back to the dr. today (wednesday) to remove it. She insisted I wait the full 7 days. I don't look like myself any longer and I regret doing this immensely. My smile looks disfigured. I understand the doctor's point that I am only 2 days in and at peak for swelling but I want my old face back. She also mentioned she has never taken out Juvederm in the lips. Only in the eyes. Should I trust this dr. at this point??? Someone please help me!

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

Hello, and sorry to hear you are not happy with the outcome of your treatment. After two days you will have swelling, which can influence the appearance of your result. I would recommend waiting two weeks before attempting to dissolve the filler, as this will ensure the swelling has resolved. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Wait at least 2 weeks after injection as this could be resolving swelling or bruising.  Enzymatic degrading as well as additional filler can be performed at that time.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I understand that you do not like the appearance of your lips after your Juvederm injection, but I would completely agree with your doctor that you should wait longer than 2 days before considering any treatment to dissolve it.  I would agree in waiting at least 7 days, as the appearance of your lips will continue to improve with more time.

Martie Gidon, MD, FRCPC, FAAD · Answer

You should wait 2 weeks before considering to remove the Juvederm.  Once the swelling resolves, you may love the result.  If not, you can have it removed at that time.

Ramona Behshad, MD · Answer

I recommend waiting at least at one week (preferably two) prior to dissolving filler in the lips. Post-procedure swelling and trauma from the filler injection can distort the shape. After investing time and money, it is reasonable to wait for the final result prior to reversing the filler. There is no down side to waiting from an efficacy standpoint and may save you from another procedure.

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