Juvederm Lip Injections - 3 Days Later, Barely a Difference?

Thank you for your question. It is very common for the lips to look
over corrected or fake the next day. I often tell my patients that this
is the "oh my gosh" day. It could be "oh my gosh" because of undesirable swelling, or it could be "oh my gosh I love this volume" when swollen.   The swelling may last a few days with every day showing a decrease
in swelling. The more you ice the first day or two, the less swelling
you will have. I would wait a few days to a week and then return to
your injector if you still have concerns after that. If you like the
look of the lips at some point during the swelling reduction, then take a
picture. This way you know what volume you like in the lips for the
future.  I typically use upto one syringe in the lips and then have my patients return afterwards in a couple weeks to add more if they like.

Juvederm results last anywhere from six to nine months.  The results are usually natural, and seen immediately.  Your body absorbs the hyaluronic acid over time so the injections must be repeated periodically to maintain the refreshed look.  Your results definitely show enhancement, but it is important to remember that the most important part of the plastic surgery process is communication.  Therefore it is vital that you go back to see your plastic surgeron and communicate your desires, and let him see if more filler is needed.

 

 

Thank you for your question.  I do see a difference.  There is more fullness in your upper lip compared to the top. I do see the outline of your lower lip was injected.  Some patients will need more then 1 syringe.   Consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.  Best Wishes

Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid dermal filler that’s
frequently used for lip augmentation. It’s associated with excellent clinical
results and high levels of patient satisfaction.Although
you’re not totally happy with your previous Juvederm treatment, your pictures
suggest significant improvement. It’s
not unusual for patients to request additional Juvederm following treatment.
When this scenario arises an additional syringe can be easily administered to
further augment your lip.It’s
important to understand that most surgeons charge by the syringe for the volume
given at the time of treatment. It’s
safe to say that you have a reasonable result and that additional plumping of
the lips will require more Juvederm.

At three days it's too early to see the optimal results of your treatment. I suggest you wait about 2 weeks before you assess your results. If at that time you still don't see any improvement, return to your injector and discuss your concerns.

Lips can metabolize juvederm quickly but it should last months. See your provider to discuss your concerns.

If you aren't happy with your results, call your physician and ask to be fit in for evaluation.  The likelihood is that you just require more filler.  Physicians often start with a less is more plan for new patients.  When you return, be clear about your expectations so you can have a discussion about whether they are realistic and if so, what is required to reach them.I hope this answer was helpful.  Best wishes.

Juvederm in the lips tends to cause swelling; this is probably what happened. If you liked what your lips looked like while swollen, then you probably need more filler injected. Visit your doctor again for a follow-up to get the results you want. Most doctors will inject conservatively at first in order to avoid over-filling, as it is much easier to add more filler later than to reverse results from too much filler

Juvederm is a great injection especially for the lips.  If in 3 days you do not see any results it sounds like you would need another syringe to have the results that you want.  Please return to your treating physician for a consultation to see what results you can expect.

This a common issue that patients present with after lip augmentation with Juvederm. There is initially quite a bit of swelling in the lips which can last a few days. Many patients get used to this swollen look and are subsequently unsatisfied when the swelling resolves. If you desire a larger volume, I would recommend discussing your options of adding more filler with your doctor. Best of luck.