Very asymmetrical swelling night of Restylane injections? (photos)

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Not going to lie, right after the injections were done (just one syringe for upper+lower lip), my lips weren't swollen and they looked great. However as the night progressed, as you can see in the photos, it began to swell. My concern is whether the asymmetricality of my lips (The bottom lip to be more specific) is a result of swelling, or uneven injections. I'm desperate, and absolutely devastated. Please help.

Kyle Coleman, MD · Answer

Filler injection to the lips can commonly have substantial swelling of the tissue for 1-3 days.  The swelling generally subsides completely by 1-2 weeks.  To alleviate swelling after filler in the lips, application of cold compresses or wrapped ice to the area every hour can reduce swelling.  Avoid aggressive massage of the area as this can cause brusing.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It is common to have swelling for up to two weeks after filler injections of the lips. I suggest waiting and using ice and arnika.  If there is still asymmetry then you can get more filler or have it reversed.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Soheila Rostami, MD, FAAO, FAACS · Answer

The person who did your injection did not get you ready for the downtime that comes with filler injection in the lips. there is some times up to one week recovery after fillers in the lips. be patient and I am sure you will be fine.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is common to have some asymmetrical swelling after lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid fillers which can take up to 2 weeks to resolve. You can help reduce swelling by applying cold compresses to the lips. As HA fillers are not permanent you can have them dissolved with hyaluronidase if unhappy with the results. If you have any other concerns please follow up with your injector. Best of Luck!

Shalini Gupta, MD · Answer

It is not abnormal to have swelling after a filler injection treatment, especially as the day progresses.  If it was not asymmetric right after treatment, then this is likely just normal swelling after filler.  Sometimes a vessel may be hit on one side that causes greater swelling evident a day or two later.  This should all subside with time.  This is why I don't recommend a lip filler treatment before a major event.  Within a couple of weeks, it should all settle down.  If not, hyaluronidase can help take away any asymmetry.

Very asymmetrical swelling night of Restylane injections? (photos)

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Answer: It is common to have some asymmetrical swelling after lip augmentation with fillers which can take up to 2 weeks to resolve.

Answer: It is common to have some asymmetrical swelling after lip augmentation with fillers which can take up to 2 weeks to resolve.

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Answer: Asymmetrical swelling after lip filler injection

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Very asymmetrical swelling night of Restylane injections? (photos)

Answers (9)

Answer: It is common to have some asymmetrical swelling after lip augmentation with fillers which can take up to 2 weeks to resolve.

Answer: It is common to have some asymmetrical swelling after lip augmentation with fillers which can take up to 2 weeks to resolve.

Answer: Asymmetrical swelling after lip filler injection

Answer: Asymmetrical swelling after lip filler injection

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