I’ve had my first Juvederm lip filler’s today, feeling very uncomfortable afterward -- is this normal?

Question

Today i had my first 1.1ml of Juvaderm “smile” filler in my lips today. My lips are very very small and in my consultation today i was told id need another session. I had numbing cream before the injections, this helped a lot! But it’s the aftermath that i’m struggling with, its difficult to eat/drink as it’s very uncomfortable and kinda sore. What’s the best pain relieving remedies for this? I want to know so i don’t feel this uncomfortable after my next session! TIA x

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It is common to feel a little sore after the lip injections as there can be bruising and swelling of the lips.  This generally will resolve by two weeks.  In the meantime you can gently massage the area and use ice intermittently the first couple of days.  Taking an over the counter pain medication such as acetaminophen may help with the discomfort as well.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Yes, this can be typical. Icing and cold compresses can give improvement. It can take 1-2 weeks for final results. I would wait a full 2 weeks before judging the results. If it is after the two week wait, you can have the filler reversed with hyaluronidase.
I hope this helps!

Michele Zormeier, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. 
What you are experiencing is absolutely normal. Swelling, tenderness can last several days to a week. 
The difficulty in eating and drinking could be from the swelling and the local Anestesia in the product. Ice and elevation are your  best choice 
If these symptoms persist beyond one week Please consult your surgeon injector or a local board certified facial plastic surgeon for more information and a comprehensive consultation

I’ve had my first Juvederm lip filler’s today, feeling very uncomfortable afterward -- is this normal?

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