Got 1ml juvaderm lip fillers 2 days ago, an immediate bruise which is now black is this normal? (photos)

Question

The professional said she didn't hit a blood vessel but I think she did? Really painful in the one area and my lip immediately bruised before even leaving the room where I had my injections done, I'm aware you need to wait time but this bruising shouldn't be so severe already? The bruise seems to have got smaller but darker. Lips have also become so dry the skin forms a white line across the lips when they don't have Vaseline on, should I get another opinion or leave the bruise to settle?

Janet Allenby, DO · Answer

Hello, Thank you for your question. Bruising is normal, especially in the lips. The doctor may be able to treat the bruise with some laser once the color fades a bit, and this will fade the bruise quicker. Good luck!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

The lips are a very sensitive and vascular area.  Bruising is common after lip injections and can last up to two weeks.  You may want to try the supplement Arnica to help with the bruising.  If you still have concerns return to your injector for an evaluation.

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and posting your photograph. You have an unusually large bruise following your treatment. It should resolve given more time. Follow up with your injector.Good luck,

AESTHETICS 360º Face &amp; Body Center - Milwaukee · Answer

Hello.
  
Yes, your injector injected into the blood vessel or through the vessel. Everything you have stated follows the timeline of this complication. The fact your injector did not recognize this immediately is not reassuring in the lack knowledge of injections and the minimizing and avoidance of complications that occur. I hope you were followed up on this immediately. I hope you are healing nicely. 
Please seek out a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dermatologist, Facial ENT, or Certified Aesthetics Nurse Specialist (CANS) and ask questions.

Sean Doherty, MD, FACS · Answer

The lips are particularly sensitive and susceptible to bruising. You could try taking Arnica to see if that speeds up the process and if the pain doesn't subside, I would suggest that you see your injector to be evaluated in person. Best of luck.

Got 1ml juvaderm lip fillers 2 days ago, an immediate bruise which is now black is this normal? (photos)

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