Day 1: Will the swelling under cupid's arrow (center of upper lip) go away? (Photo)

Question

It looks puffy under in the center of the upper lip. I'm a bit concerned that it will stay like this. Granted it's only Day 1, but I've gotten my lips done before and this has never happened. I only used half a syringe since the other half were used for my nasal folds. Also the corners of the upper lip seem puffy as well making it look duckish. Again not sure if I am over reacting since it's only Day 1. I have iced it... been using Arnica pills and cream...

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  It is not uncommon to have some swelling of the tissues along the upper ridge of the lips that dissipates as your filler material results mature.  At a  day after injection your results look appropriate and you should anticipate the majority of the swelling to go away with 2-3 days softening your areas of concern.  Hang in there!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

lips take 2-3 weeks for the swelling to go down, if you are unhappy you can reverse with hyaluronidase.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is too early at 1-day post-treatment to determine what your final result will be. However, it is common to have some swelling and bruising after fillers for lip augmentation which can take up to 2 weeks to resolve. You can apply cold compresses to the area to help reduce swelling and bruising. It is also advisable to avoid any NSAID’s 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 contact your treating physician. Best of Luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is too early to determine your final results. However, it is common to have swelling after lip augmentation and can take up 2 weeks to resolve. You can ice your lips to help reduce any swelling. If you are unhappy with your final results you can have the filler dissolved with an enzyme known as hyaluronidase. Best of Luck!

Kristin J. Tarbet, MD, FACS · Answer

I would wait for 2 weeks before you make any judgement on the result that you have. If you are not happy at that point, I would recommend following up with your injector.

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