How Long Will I Be Swollen After Lip Filler / Cheek Filler?

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Hello I am trying to update my lip filler (just my top lip, a very minimal update) and I am also trying to improve my cheeks to make them less hollow. Before, I used hyaluron which made me swell really badly and I was unable to leave the house or eat properly for over 2 weeks. Both times the doctor injected TOO much and it made me look stupid. What I am looking for now is just a tiny improvement. How long would I be swollen with normal lip fillers as I start a new job next week? Shall I wait?

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Most swelling settles down within a week or two. See your injector if swelling lasts longer than that.In the meantime, you can use cool packs to ease the swelling, placing them on your lips or 15 minute stretches 3-4 times a day. (your lips may be numb at the moment and doing short stretches with the ice pack minimizes the risk of frostbite).It is possible to have a natural looking result, but make sure you express your expectations with your experienced injector before your treatment.

Anthony Bared, MD, FACS · Answer

Swelling after the use of filler (my preference is for restylane) to augment the lips will last on average 2-3 days.  Particularly if you are doing a very small augmentation the swelling may last even less.  The immediate application of ice after the procedure helps to prevent significant swelling.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Swelling is common after hyaluronic acid fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm and can take up to 2 weeks to fully resolve. You can help reduce swelling with cold compresses. Also, I recommend avoiding taking any NSAID’s before or after treatment as they tend to thin the blood leading to increasing swelling and bruising. As hyaluronic acid fillers are not permanent they can be dissolved with an enzyme known as hyaluronidase if you are unhappy with your results. Best of Luck!

Mark Taylor, MD · Answer

I have rarely seen severe swelling after small volumes of like Restylane of Juvaderm.  For most individuals a moderate lip augmentation has only slight swelling that resolves within a few days up to a week.  In my practice, this is over 95% of the patients we treat.  Severe swelling occurs in a very small percentage of patients.

Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC · Answer

Swelling after filler injections is variable, from no swelling, to more commonly 24-48hrs of swelling, to less commonly 2 weeks of swelling. Sometimes the swelling is too much or incorrect placement of filler, but this is unlikely in trained and experienced hands.

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