I need some advice. I had juverderm put into my top lip yesterday and immediately i was upset with the result. I felt too much was put in just for my upper lip, my lips are very swollen today and i can feel a large lump behind the left side of my upper lip, almost under my nose. Is this normal? Ive had juv in my lips twice before and not had this much swelling or pain. The nurse said i have nothing to worry about n the swelling will go down, i dont trust her memore
Answer: Juvederm in Lips and Swelling
It is absolutely normal to have swelling after lip injection with Juvederm or Restylane. In fact, you can swell one time a lot, and then, with the next injection, not swell much at all. I always warn my patients that they may look like daffy duck and have really puffy lips for a few days. It should go down. The lump is more than likely extra swelling, or even a bruise. Hang in there. Ice should help. If you are really worried, make sure you go back in for a follow-up.
My recommendation is to wait a couple of weeks and see how things look and then return to see your doctor if you still have any asymmetry or lumpiness. They should be able to correct this.
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Answer: Juvederm in Lips and Swelling
It is absolutely normal to have swelling after lip injection with Juvederm or Restylane. In fact, you can swell one time a lot, and then, with the next injection, not swell much at all. I always warn my patients that they may look like daffy duck and have really puffy lips for a few days. It should go down. The lump is more than likely extra swelling, or even a bruise. Hang in there. Ice should help. If you are really worried, make sure you go back in for a follow-up.
My recommendation is to wait a couple of weeks and see how things look and then return to see your doctor if you still have any asymmetry or lumpiness. They should be able to correct this.
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Answer: Swelling after Juvederm in the lips 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 wait a few days to a week and then return to your injector if you still have concerns after that. If there continues to be some imbalance between top and bottom, then you can always consider adding more to the bottom or having some dissolved from the top.
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Answer: Swelling after Juvederm in the lips 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 wait a few days to a week and then return to your injector if you still have concerns after that. If there continues to be some imbalance between top and bottom, then you can always consider adding more to the bottom or having some dissolved from the top.
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December 13, 2015
Answer: Too Much Juvederm in Lips?
Thank you for your question. I would wait about 2 weeks until the product has settled, and then return for an evaluation. Every injection is different and independent from the last. Sometimes you'll have no bruising or swelling, and at times you will have more. You can take Tylenol, antihistamines, and frequent icing as needed. Be certain to be under the supervision of a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon with expertise in injectables for an evaluation and for the safest and most effective treatments. I hope this helps.
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December 13, 2015
Answer: Too Much Juvederm in Lips?
Thank you for your question. I would wait about 2 weeks until the product has settled, and then return for an evaluation. Every injection is different and independent from the last. Sometimes you'll have no bruising or swelling, and at times you will have more. You can take Tylenol, antihistamines, and frequent icing as needed. Be certain to be under the supervision of a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon with expertise in injectables for an evaluation and for the safest and most effective treatments. I hope this helps.
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October 26, 2012
Answer: Juvederm in lips
It is not abnormal to have significant swelling from Juvederm injected into the lips and lip area. Peak swelling can happen around day 3-4 post-treatment, and even then can still take some time to settle down. Using ice and having patience - then following up with the provider after 7-10 days is what I'd recommend.
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October 26, 2012
Answer: Juvederm in lips
It is not abnormal to have significant swelling from Juvederm injected into the lips and lip area. Peak swelling can happen around day 3-4 post-treatment, and even then can still take some time to settle down. Using ice and having patience - then following up with the provider after 7-10 days is what I'd recommend.
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December 15, 2014
Answer: How much is too much filler in the lip
Typically speaking, 1 syringe of filler is good enough for many people. That said, in some patients I will use half a syringe, and in others 1.5 syringes. There is often lip swelling and bruising after injection, and so the end result should not be judged for at least 2 weeks. At that point, hyaluronidase can be used to dissolve any excess filler if that is the case. Dr. Benjamin Barankin, Toronto Dermatology Centre.
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December 15, 2014
Answer: How much is too much filler in the lip
Typically speaking, 1 syringe of filler is good enough for many people. That said, in some patients I will use half a syringe, and in others 1.5 syringes. There is often lip swelling and bruising after injection, and so the end result should not be judged for at least 2 weeks. At that point, hyaluronidase can be used to dissolve any excess filler if that is the case. Dr. Benjamin Barankin, Toronto Dermatology Centre.
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