I had lip filler and hit a blood vessel. Will I have permanent damage? (photos)

Question

What can I do to treat and prevent permanent damage? Please help!

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

It's difficult to tell from your picture. I recommend following up with your injector. If necessary, the filler can be reversed with hyaluronidase. Hope this helps.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Bruising is common after lip injections, and it can 
take up to 2 weeks for the bruising to subside. Be patient, and if after
 2 weeks you still have concerns, meet with your injector to evaluate your 
results.  Hyaluronidase can be injected to reverse the effects of the 
filler.  
Best Wishes,
Dr. Aldo Guerra

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

No, this is unlikely to be permanent. It takes 1-2 weeks for final results. If you're unhappy with your final results, you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. From your photos, this appears to be a bruise which is common after lip augmentation. Typically, swelling and bruising can take up to 2 weeks to resolve. You can apply cold compresses to the treated area to help reduce swelling and bruising. It is also advisable to avoid any NSAID’s such as ibuprofen before and after treatment as they tend to thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising and swelling. If you have any other concerns please follow up with your injector. Best of Luck!

Judith F. Rubin, MD · Answer

The lips are vascular and contain blood vessels. It is not uncommon to have some bruising. You can apply some arnica cream or witch hazel. Ultimately, you will be fine.

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

Bruises are not permanent observations. They always go away. You have nothing to worry about and good luck from New York City

Spa 35 - Boise · Answer

Hitting blood vessels during dermal filler injections isn't abnormal. It can happen. There are ways to try to prevent it from happening. But usually it will heal on its own, and any swelling and discoloration should also fade in time. Arnica can help.

Marina Plastic Surgery of Los Angeles · Answer

Hi there, 
First, I must say your lips (shape and fullness) look great! 
How long after filler is this picture taken? Bruising can last 2-3 weeks if it was really significant. 
Always best to follow up with your provider who did the injection. 
I've not seen busing last more than the 2-3 weeks, so likely this will resolve but have the injector assess this. 
Best,
 Jennifer Tinelli, NP-C

I had lip filler and hit a blood vessel. Will I have permanent damage? (photos)

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