How long does the swelling typically last in Juvederm?

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. This is due to all the swelling
that ensues. It 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.

It’s not unusual for patients to experience swelling immediately
following Juvederm lip injections. In some cases, swelling has resolved in 24
hours, but may persist for up to 3 to 5 days in rare cases.Lip
swelling following treatment with Juvederm can be a major source of anxiety for
cosmetic surgery patients. It’s important to remember that swelling resolves
with the passage of time and the majority of patients are ultimately happy with
their result. In your
case, swelling eight hours after Juvederm injection wouldn’t be considered
unusual. It’s therefore important to be patient. In the short term ice compresses might be
helpful.If
you’re concerned about swelling following Juvederm injections it’s important to
discuss this issue with your physician. Your physician should be able to
formulate a plan that addresses your concerns.

You will probably experience some swelling, redness, discomfort and possibly bruising during the first few days following the injection. Most of this settles down within 3 days. Occasionally, the swelling can last up to one week. It is concentrated in the area of injection. 

Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid filler which is approved for facial smile lines. It can be injected with a dental block or now comes in the XC version with lidocaine in it. The most common side effect is swelling and bruising which is only temporary and with proper technique, limited. If the Juvederm XC is used, I am very aggressive with ice before and after injections to limit these effects. Swelling can be more common in the lips if it is injected for lip augmentation. The swelling is typically only limited to the area of injections. Keep in mind that these are soft tissue fillers and swelling is good! The product is designed to absorb water and this usually balances out over 2 weeks and can the filler effect can last over one year.

Both Juvederm and Restylane are excellent fillers. They are hyaluronic acids. The swelling occurs slightly in the first twenty-four hours. Some areas where swelling can be more pronounced are the eyelids and lips.

Juvederm causes some swelling, as do most fillers.  I find it causes less than Restylane however.  Applying ice intermittently  to the area for several hours after your treatment and taking Arnica Montana (a homeopathic supplement) helps reduce both swelling and bruising.  Lip and under eye swelling is usually more noticeably than swelling in other facial areas.

There usually is a little swelling with the Juvaderm, no matter where you inject it.  It is not dramatic, but can be a little more prominent in the lips then elsewhere.  The swelling should be confined to the area where it is injected, and should only last for a few hours.  An ice pack right after injection for awhile will help with any swelling or bruising that may occur.  I hope this helps.

It is very common to have some temporary swelling an even a little asymmetry from the swelling post Juvederm procedure.  It typically lasts no more than 7 days, and most swelling is reduced within a few days.  Lips are a more sensitive area and swelling there is more common than at the cheeks or nasal labial folds.  We give all our patients ice packs which can help bring down any slight swelling that may occur.

Usually there is some swelling after injection with Juvederm or any of the fillers that may persist for a few days to a week.

I use BOTH Juvederm and Restylane/Perlane products in my practice and I leverage their individual characteristics in my patients' interests. Juvederm is associated with a slightly higher water capture and swelling rate than other HA fillers. While this makes in unsuitable for use in the lower lid, it makes it a great filler for the lip and corners of the lip among other places.

The inflammatory swelling of all fillers can be blunted with the use of Celebrex unless there are reasons this drug cannot be used.

Another word about filler choice.

Both Allergan (maker of Botox and Juvederm) and Medicis (distributor of Dysport and Restylane/Perlane) entice doctors to become SOLE users of their line of product by dropping the cost they sell these products to "dedicated" users. When you see such a physician, he makes much more money on  each syringe of Juvederm (in your case) he buys from Allergan because he does not buy any Restylane / Perlane. While he benefits each time, you may not be because your cosmetic options have been limited by his financial considerations.

For your benefit, you should insist on your doctor presenting you will ALL filling options