More than 2 weeks after face filler (smile lines) and I have a bruise that is not fading away, is it permanent? (Photos)

Bruises can last awhile, but always go away. They are never permanent. Some take longer than others to go away. Maybe because of the lighting and angles the photos were taken I can’t see the bruising in the second or third photo.

Hi there. Thank you for your question. You may need to wait a little longer than the two-week recommendation for all bruising to diminish completely. Give it a few more days. If you’re still not seeing an improvement, schedule a follow-up visit with your provider to discuss. Bruising isn’t permanent, but it can take longer to clear up for some than others. If you’re still not happy with your results once all bruising has diminished, you might consider getting slightly more filler. Be sure you’re working with an experienced provider to ensure optimal results.

Bruising after filler injection is very common and fortunately is not permanent.  Although generally goes away with a couple weeks, it may last longer. Duration of bruising can be related to several things including the filler, location, quantity, depth as well as your genetics, skin quality,  meds/supplements, etc. Also, anecdotally, nasolabial folds tend to stay bruised longer in my experience. Lastly, as you can tell from your photos, certain lighting and angles can affect the appearance of bruising.