I got Juvederm lip injections yesterday - are these post results normal or did the nurse inject in the wrong areas? (photos)

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  I am sorry to hear of your difficulties after filler placement but rest assured these symptoms will all get better over the next 10 days.  It often takes up to 2 weeks for fillers to soften and the tissues to appear more natural.  In the meantime try reducing the swelling by using cold compresses to your lips and elevating your head at night with a couple of extra pillows behind your back.  You may want to also consider using Arnica Montana and bromelain as supplements.  Because I do think that the lump is sizable underneath your cupids bow I would apply a small amount of pressure between your thumb and index finger to the deposit to help it soften and dissipate.  Hang in there!

Thank you for your question and I appreciate your concern. Let me assure you that bruising and swelling are fairly common side effects of injections in the sensitive area of the lips. It is very possible what you are experiencing will subside without intervention within a couple of weeks. However, if you don’t see improvement by that time, a follow-up with your injector is warranted. If your results don’t go as planned, you can dissolve the filler with hyaluronidase. Always work with a board-certified, experienced doctor for your lip injections to ensure an optimal outcome.

Thank you for your question and photos and I appreciate your concern. There can be a significant amount of swelling and bruising when injecting filler into the sensitive area of the lips. It is likely that is what you are experiencing right now. I would use ice and gentle massage to bring down the swelling. This should also reduce any post-treatment discomfort you might be experiencing. 
Give yourself about one to two weeks for the swelling to subside and the treatment area to heal fully. At this point, you should see a lip size and shape that is more natural and proportionate to your other facial features. If you are still unhappy with your results at the two-week mark, it is time to schedule a follow-up with your injector. Fortunately, hyaluronic acid fillers can be dissolved if they don’t produce the outcome you want. 

Thank you for your question and photographs. Bruising and swelling are fairly common after lip injections.  How much you bruise or swell can vary from person to person.  I would recommend returning to your injector for an evaluation, two weeks from your injection, if you have an unsatisfactory outcome. Best of luck to you!

There can be some swelling and unevenness after lip injections which can last 1-2 weeks. You can apply firm pressure between two fingers on the lips for a few days, for 5 mins a time, in order to help decrease swelling and even out irregularities. If you're unhappy with your final results you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. Best, Dr. Emer

Bruising and swelling are common after lip injections and can persist up to two weeks.  It is best to wait until after that time to judge your final results.  If you still have concerns after two weeks return to your injector for an evaluation.