I had Juvederm Volift injected in to lips last night but now my top lip is huge. Should I be worried? (Photo)

Thank you for your question about swelling after Volift (Vollure here in the United States).  It is very common to have swelling after filler injection.  This particular filler is a Hyaluronic Acid (HA) filler.  Hyaluronic acid is a substance that holds water temporarily.  Therefore it is expected that you will have swelling for several days to a few weeks.  If you are experiencing severe pain or color change to your skin in the area of injection, you should contact your provider that injected you.  Otherwise, your swelling should slowly regress over the next several days. 
To be sure, see two or more experienced,
licensed and board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation
to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have
treatment.
I hope this helps.
 

Hello Vikki from NYC!

Not all fillers in the lip swell. Beletero, RHA2, Restylane Kysse and Restylane Defyne cause very minimal swelling. Of the three, Beletero swells the least, often not at all, and along with RHA2 is the smoothest, but also has the shortest duration. Kysse is still soft and smooth but also can create more definition and lasts longer. Defyne will stretch as your lips stretch. So if you don’t want to go through this next time, there are great options for you!

Sheryl Clark MD FAAD

Hi Vikki1987, thanks for your question.
Swelling is one of the most common temporary side effects of dermal filler injections, including Juvéderm Volift (now known as Juvéderm Vollure in the US). In most cases, swelling is mild to moderate, but when filler is injected directly into the lips, significant swelling is possible. Though unpleasant, the most significant swelling typically lasts less that 48 hours. If you are uncomfortable or desire a quicker resolution, contact your doctor to see if a steroid taper might be appropriate. 
I advise my patients avoid salty foods 48 hours before and after filler treatment to minimize swelling. It is always best to schedule treatment with the expectation of swelling and bruising - just in case! This ensures you’ll have a few days of “social downtime” to recover without stress. Keep in mind that most people are happiest with their filler treatment starting a few weeks after the procedure itself. It takes some time for the filler to settle in, and the body response to resolve completely. That said, if you continue to experience prolonged swelling, or otherwise aren’t pleased with your results, be sure to follow up with your doctor.