YesterdayI have got0,5 ofJuvedermUltraSmile injected into my philtrum to make it and the cupid bow stand out more.The doc injected it a little over the red of the lips and on the stripes of the philtrum.Then the philtrum looked wide,flat,shiny. After1h vertical lines of my philtrum got red.The lines are visible:Blue-red. Could this be a blood vessel problem?Ive read its an emergency cause it leaves scars.I cant see my doctor now cause itsSaturday night. Is it possible I am disfigured forever?
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April 13, 2015
Answer: Discoloration After Lip Inections
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Juvederm is a great filler especially in the lips. If you still feel a lump after several days please consult a dermatologist about having Vitrase injected into the area to dissolve the lump. It is always best to consult a board certified dermatologist for the best cosmetic results.
Juvederm is a great injection but I prefer something less "thick" under the eyes like Restylane or Belotero. Juvederm is ideal for nasolabial area or Juvederm Voluma is best for the mid-face and lifting the cheeks and adding facial volume. The area under the eye (tear trough) is quite a thin a...
It can take weeks for the injection sites to heal, but in near all cases they heal well. It's nothing to worry about. If the spots are still concerning you after a few weeks, I recommend going back into your injector.