Bruising and swollen 3 weeks after Juvederm/Volbella under eyes. Is this normal? (photo)

Thank you for
your question Jll0112. I am sorry to hear about your situation. Volbella
is a hyaluronic acid filler designed to enhance the lips. It can also be used in other areas off-label. Swelling and bruising are normal for 2 weeks after a treatment. I recommend that my patients apply cold compresses such as ice packs to decrease swelling. We have patients return 2 weeks after their treatment to assess the results. If swelling persists further massage is sometimes performed. We treat bruises with a laser as early as the next day. This makes the bruise resolve more quickly. Please
consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

Thanks for your question and the photo – it is helpful.  We always recommend that these injections be given in the offices of a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon as we are the true experts in the use of these products.  While we don’t want swelling and bruising with our injections, they are possible and usually the swelling is complete 2 weeks after the injection.  Bruising as well can occur, and the fact that you are still bruised and still having swelling at this time would suggest that you need to go back to your injector and perhaps have hyaluronidase injected to dissolve it, perhaps even a vascular laser done to treat the bruise – if it is stable and not enlarging any more, and then begin again.  Good luck.