Is severe swelling on 1 side of lip normal? There’s a white patch where it feels like I can see filler through the lip. (photos)

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I received 1ml of filler a few days ago into my lips with 0.7 in the top and the left side has swelled up significantly more and there looks like a white patch where I can almost see the filler through the lip! There is also still some pain as it’s very sore, I was wondering whether I should wait this out or not. I’ve attached some pictures.

Anthony Barabas, MBBS, FRCS (Plast) · Answer

Lips can certainly be quite swollen for a day or two after injection. However you said that this was a few days ago, in which case this is more than I would expect. I can see there is a bit of bruising as well. Was the injection done with needles or a cannula? Needles can cause a bit more bruising and therefore more swelling. It this hasn't started to go down then I would book in to see the doctor/practitioner that did the injections.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

If you're feeling pain, you should follow up with your injector / physician. Or see an experienced cosmetic dermatologist to get a formal evaluation, resolve the issue, and develop a new treatment plan to address your acne scars. Best of luck, Dr. Emer

Vilma Di Maria, MBBS · Answer

Thayou for your question. You are definitely swollen and bruised which usually causes even more swelling. This will settle but i would suggest you go to you injector to be reviewed . Keep icing the area also to help the swelling come down faster. Good luck

Steven Land, MBBS · Answer

If you haven't already you need to go back and see your injector about this. Could just be excess swelling but needs a face to face consultation.

Is severe swelling on 1 side of lip normal? There’s a white patch where it feels like I can see filler through the lip. (photos)

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Answer: See your injector

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Is severe swelling on 1 side of lip normal? There’s a white patch where it feels like I can see filler through the lip. (photos)

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