I got my lip fillers today. They were fine, but now they are getting bigger and bigger

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they are swelling up badly i dont know what to do they wont stop i ice them and took a benydral but nothing is working its starting to feel tight

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.Swelling and bruising are common side effects of fillers, especially in the lips. Swelling can last up to two weeks until it subsides. To be sure, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment.I hope this helps.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

The fact that you liked your lips at first is encouraging. It suggests that what you're experiencing is swelling at this point. As long as you don't see significant bruising or asymmetry what you're seeing is likely normal. If you have any concerns contact your physician injector. Swelling tends to peak between 1-3 days post injection and then resolves fairly rapidly. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

Samuel Baharestani, MD, FACS · Answer

It is common for patients who are injected with fillers in their lips to have a good degree of swelling for a few days after the procedure.  Staying away from blood thinning medications and icing the area will help to decrease the swelling.  Sometimes, a steroid pill is necessary to help your body to get rid of the edema around the lips.  Be patient.  I'm sure that you will love your results very soon.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Stay calm, what you are experiencing is common. There is always swelling right after lip injections and hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm, actually attract water from nearby cells, making them even bigger over the next few days after treatment. It should all settle down within 2 weeks of treatment.

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

I would recommend that you continue icing and if you are concerned contact your injector.  Steroids may also help with the swelling, which is very common after lip injections.

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