I got my top lip injected with Juvederm om Saturday (it's been 3 days today) Immediately after injections they seemed even but since then on the right side it's definitely bigger. He did two injections on each side at first but when i closed my mouth I had a gap on the right side so he did an injection there. I'm hoping it's just swelling and not going to be permanent, because now i have a gap on the left side.
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It sounds like you probably have developed a hematoma in the cheek. This is bleeding below the surface of the skin and can cause the things you describe. You should visit with your doctor to have this evaluated. If it is indeed a hematoma, it can typically be treated easily. Best regards.
Thank you for your question. Bruising and swelling are common side effects of lip injections. Avoiding alcohol, ASA and ibuprofen prior to injection can be helpful. Your wife can take arnica montana tablets, apply traumeel cream, sleep with her head slightly elevated and ice for 10 mins...