Dental Work After Juvederm in Lips?

After 3 days, Juvederm or Restylane (any HA filler) is integrated into the tissues where it is injected. Most patients will note some minor degree of swelling after filler injection, partially due to the actual needle stick(s) into the tissue, partially due to fluid absorption into the HA. Though bruising is rare, it is possible, and when it occurs, it may take a few more days to reabsorb the tiny bruises. By one week, everything is pretty well settled, and dental work will not be likely to dislodge or remodel the filler in any way.

Of course, if you could easily reschedule your dental work for even another week later, that would reduce your concerns even further.

having dental work even one week after Juvederm should not be an issue. By then the Juvederm should be well integrated with the surrounding tissues.

Thank you for your question. I recommend waiting at least two weeks before
having any dental work done. This will allow the swelling to decrease and minimize the risk of lip bruising or infections. Please make sure you get a formal evaluation from a board-certified specialist.

Thanks for the question.

At a week out from Juvederm injections to your lips, you should be safe to proceed with dental work without concern that it will manipulate the product. 

Best of luck,

Glenn Vallecillos, MD, FACS

Hi,

This is a great question that I get asked from time to time.  By this time, the Juvederm is well incorporated into the areas of lip augmentation.  It is unlikely that it would shift from any dental procedure.  If you are going to have a procedure that involves your mouth being stretched open for several hours and are worried, postpone your procedure for another week to be on the safe side.

Best for the New Year!