I had juvederm injections today. I went to a different person than my normal doctor because I was looking for a deal. She used 2 syringes of jervaderm and my bottom lip is super swollen and black and blue on one side. I cant smile without looking deformed bottom lip. I have been icing too. Is this swelling normal or should I be concerned ? I never had this selling before or bruising. I have attached photos.
November 21, 2013
Answer: Juvederm: Deal or No Deal? Although there is no question that some of the swelling and all of the bruising are related to needle trauma from the procedure, two syringes of Juvederm is a rather large amount of filler to inject into the lips. In my estimation, circumstances where this produces aesthetically pleasing results are few and far between. Juvederm is a very hydrophilic filler, leading to a puffy/ watery look. In the right proportion, this can be attractive, but looks stigmatic when overdone. I would advise that you reconsider deals when having fillers. Proper injection technique and judgment are critical elements for experienced injectors. I would probably wait about 2 weeks prior to considering dissolving the filler with Vitrase.
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November 21, 2013
Answer: Juvederm: Deal or No Deal? Although there is no question that some of the swelling and all of the bruising are related to needle trauma from the procedure, two syringes of Juvederm is a rather large amount of filler to inject into the lips. In my estimation, circumstances where this produces aesthetically pleasing results are few and far between. Juvederm is a very hydrophilic filler, leading to a puffy/ watery look. In the right proportion, this can be attractive, but looks stigmatic when overdone. I would advise that you reconsider deals when having fillers. Proper injection technique and judgment are critical elements for experienced injectors. I would probably wait about 2 weeks prior to considering dissolving the filler with Vitrase.
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November 21, 2013
Answer: Swelling after lip injection This amount of swelling is likely due to a small injury from the needle. It has created a bruise and associated swelling. I wouldn't panic at this point as it should come down with time. It will take a couple of weeks to fully come down. Lots of icing is key. Wait until at least the one month mark before you consider hyaluronidase.
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November 21, 2013
Answer: Swelling after lip injection This amount of swelling is likely due to a small injury from the needle. It has created a bruise and associated swelling. I wouldn't panic at this point as it should come down with time. It will take a couple of weeks to fully come down. Lots of icing is key. Wait until at least the one month mark before you consider hyaluronidase.
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