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Lumps after belotero, (photo)

I got one full styringe of belotero on my lips . I have had juvidern before from the same doctor and I had a lump that would not go away - had to have it removed with the medicine , now the same Doctor told me belotero is much different and I won't experience bumps it's been two days and I have a huge bump that I feel will not be going away . I barely bruise or get swollen so I don't think it's from swelling ..should I massage it? Could it be the doctor is not good/or is it me? What should I do?

Doctor Answers 11

July 21st, 2017

Lumps in the lip

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If these lumps persist beyond 2 weeks, consider dissolution of this hyaluronic acid product. 

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Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS
December 29th, 2016

Lip swelling

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first I would wait for 2 weeks for all the swelling to go down. If the lump is still there, it is likely product and I would have it dissolved with Hyaluronidase.

Kristin J. Tarbet MD, FACS
December 7th, 2016

Lumps After Lip Injections

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Thank you for your question. Lumps in the lips can happen with any product. Since it has only been two days since your filler, i would wait 2 weeks before returning to follow up with your surgeon. Do NOT massage your lips yourself. Always let your doctor decide what is the best course of action. Regards,

Omar Fouda Neel, MD, FRCSC, FACS
October 2nd, 2016

Belotero and swelling

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Firstly both Belotero and Juvederm are top line products, one of the best for lip augmentation. Now, lumps and bruising are very common following fillers in this area. I can not comment on the injection technique, however product wise, you are in good hands. Swelling can take up to 10 days to subside, your Doctor would have told you that. If there are lumps at the 2 week mark, they can be dissolved with an enzyme called Hyaluronidase. All the best, Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia. 

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD
August 1st, 2016

Lip filler results

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Bruising and swelling is common after lip filler injection and is often hard to differentiatefrom misplaced filler in the first few days after treatment. I would recommend waiting 7-14 days to see if the lumps improve. If they do improve, then they were likely due to swelling or bruising. If they do not improve, then they were probably due to poor injection technique and misplacement of the filler. In the case of the latter, the lumps will improve with massage and/or hyaluronidase injection. I recommend discussing your concerns with your treating physicians. Please make sure he/she is an experienced injector.

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Shaun Patel, MD
July 31st, 2016

Lip augmentation

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Hello, and thanks for your question. Post-filler swelling can take 1-2 weeks to fully subside, so it may be early to assess your final result. Massage may help decrease the size of the bump. If you are not pleased with your final result, the product can be dissolved with injection of an enzyme called hyaluronidase. To maximize the likelihood of a favorable outcome, I recommend that you only get treated by a well-trained and experienced dermatologist or plastic surgeon.  Hope this opinion is helpful to you. Best of luck, Dr. Frucht.   
Corey Frucht, MD, PhD
July 28th, 2016

Belotero Lumps

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I would recommend waiting until 10-14 days post injection.  If that lump still remains, I recommend massaging it between your fingers twice a day.  The lump should decrease with massage.  If it does not, and you are still unhappy with the results (usually at 2 weeks post injection), you should follow up with the practitioner who injected you.  At that point they can dissolve it with hyaluronidase.  Best of luck!
Janet M. Neigel, MD

Janet M. Neigel, MD
Florham Park Oculoplastic Surgeon
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July 19th, 2016

Belotero and Swelling/Bumps -- Reverse with Hyaluronidase

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Massage may help decrease the size of the bumps. I suggest waiting two weeks for optimal results, but after this time if you are unhappy reverse with hyaluronidase. Best, Dr. Emer

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Jason Emer, MD

Jason Emer, MD
Los Angeles Dermatologic Surgeon
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July 19th, 2016

Belotero bump

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Wait a full 7 - 10 days then reevaluate it. If its still lumpy, then have it removed with hyaluronidase
Dilip D. Madnani, MD, FACS
July 19th, 2016

Belotero and Lump

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It appears that the lump is from the product.  I would apply gentle massage and if it does not resolve have it injected with Vitrase. All products that you injected can cause lumps.  Please consult an expert.  Best, Dr. Green

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Michele S. Green, MD

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