How long will swelling last around the mouth after injectable fillers?

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injectibles like restalyne or juvaderm around mouth.....and jawline for parenthesis around mouth and a little sagging in jawline how long will I have swelling after getting this around my mouth or jawline.....if I have parties coming up ...I don't want to risk being swollen

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

It can take 1-2 weeks for swelling to resolve. 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!

Joseph J. Castellano, MD · Answer

Hello. Thank you for your question. While everyone will have a slightly different experience, it is possible for some swelling and bruising to take up to two weeks to completely go away. For this reason, it’s best to schedule your appointment at least two weeks before a party or other big event to make sure you have enough time to heal before showing off your final results.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Swelling can last 1-2 weeks after injections. Keep in mind, a combination approach will give the most improvement. I recommend fillers for the folds themselves but also lifting around the mouth and cheeks to build underlying anatomical support. In our practice we combine sculptra with other fillers "layered" on top and lasers, rf treatments, J Plasma and peels to get the most conservative natural look. Please see a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  Swelling after filler placement is quite common due to the thin nature of the lip tissues.  This swelling, and your results, will steadily improve over the first 3-5 days with up to 2 weeks needed for fillers to soften and the tissues to appear more natural.  You can reduce the swelling by using cold compresses and elevating your head at night with a couple of extra pillows behind your back.  You may want to also consider using Arnica Montana and bromelain as supplements.  Hang in there!

Michael Loffredo, MD · Answer

The swelling around the mouth after fillers is typically gone by 3-5 days. Unfortunately bruising can linger for 5-10 days.  You should avoid any aspirin, ibuprofen, NSAIDS in general, and fish oil for at least 5 days prior to injection.  I also highly recommend the herbal medication Arnica Montana to all injectable patients

E. Ronald Finger, MD · Answer

If the goal of your having the injections is to enlarge your lips, a few days to a week of swelling and bruising is expected if you are being injected with a cannula (a needle without  point). Cannulas are less likely to penetrate small blood vessels, so there is less risk of bruising and swelling than with injections with a needle. I highly recommend using a cannula. In addition, the results are smoother with cannulas.
If the injections are for reducing the wrinkles around the mouth, then 2-3 days is the usual time for swelling to subside, providing there is no bruising. These must be injected with a very small needle.Thank you for your question, and good  luck.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Bruising and swelling can last up to two weeks after injections.  Before your procedure you want to avoid aspirin, NSAIDS, and Vitamin E.  These can contribute to bruising.  Some patients find using the supplements Arnica and Bromelain helpful to minimize these side effects.

Rafael Gottenger, MD · Answer

Swelling is common and expected after filler injections. It usually last about 2 weeks, I recommend you to plan do it at least 2-3 weeks before to your event so you can be ready! good luck

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I find that most swelling comes down within a few days except when the lips are treated. they can take a week or two.

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

The swelling and bruising will improve on its own over the first few days to week after treatment but can take up to 2 weeks to completely resolve. Lips tends to swell and bruise more then other parts of the face.

How long will swelling last around the mouth after injectable fillers?

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