Are the hard lines around my vermillion border going to fade, or is this the end result? 3 days post op. (photos)

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Are the hard lines around my vermillion border going to soften and go away? I am 3 days post-procedure and while I love my lips, I do not Iove the ridge around my mouth (especially the way my top lip has such a dramatic ridge). Not sure if it is swelling or a final result.

Brian S. Biesman, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  As it has been only 3 days, your swelling may well resolve leaving you with results you love.   It does appear that you may have enough filler in the pink lip that the white lip roll Is exaggerated. If this does not resolve, I would recommend correction using product to gently blend the white and pink lips so the projection is smooth and natural.

Alexander Rivkin, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  Swelling, tenderness, firmness, uneven distribution and bruising are all normal effects of having lip injections.  The first few days after injections, symptoms are especially pronounced, and the healing process can take up to 2 weeks to fully subside.  In the meantime, taking arnica and intermittent icing can help a lot. Best of luck.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Swelling can be typical. Icing and cold compresses may give improvement. 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!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's too soon to tell what your final results will be. You have swelling, which can 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

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It can take up to two weeks to see your final results after filler treatments.  The area will soften over this time and swelling will resolve.  If after two weeks you still have concerns, return to your injector for an evaluation.

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