i had 1 ml of juvederm volfit filers in my lips yesterday. The pain started 3-4 hours after the procedure, and i am (24 h after) still very much in pain, i can't talk or smile or move lips at all without great pain. Is it normal? I am also very bruised and swallen with lumps (photo)
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July 13, 2015
Answer: Lip Swelling After Fillers Such as Juvederm or Restylane -- Reverse With Hyaluronidase
Dear jlynn, Your upper lip certainly does look a little too full at this stage. Give it 3 weeks and see how it settles. If it's still not in proportion to your lower lip, you can dissolve out some of the Juvederm with tiny injections of hyaluronidase enzyme. I wouldn't recommend injecting more...
If you need contouring and shaping or volume filler can be used. Most people are candidates even if just a little bit is used. Best, Dr. Emer.
Thank you for your question. It is not uncommon to experience bruising after lip augmentation, however this should resolve in the next 2 weeks. I always advise my patients to ice the treated area or apply arnica to help resolve bruising and swelling in the lips. Please consult your injector if ...