I had my lips injected today with Juvederm and am wondering if appearance is due to swelling?

Your question has probably been answered by now as you can usually tell within 24 hours after Juvederm injections whether there is too much (as long as there has not been excessive bleeding or hematoma formation). If there is too much or if it is asymmetric, it can be dissolved with Widase or Vitrase. Just avoid permanent fillers in your lips. Be well.

Dr. P

Thank you for your question. Some swelling is inevitable after filler injections. The lips are very vascular and sensitive so much more likely to swell. Most of the swelling should settle within a day or two. Give it a couple of days and if you’re still worried contact your clinic.

Thank you for your question. When dermal filler is injected into the delicate tissue of the lips, swelling is almost inevitable. This side effect can certainly detract from the final result you will eventually enjoy after your treatment. The good news is swelling usually only lasts a few days, although some patients have some residual swelling for up to a week. Cold compresses can help to relieve the swelling. If you are not completely satisfied with your results two weeks after your procedure, that would be the time to contact your injector to schedule a follow-up. At that point, your injector can either add some more filler or use an enzyme to dissolve part of your filler to enhance your results. Always work with a very experienced, board-certified injector to ensure the best possible outcome.