Could my uneven lips be swelling or too much filler? (photo)

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I had my lips injected with Juvederm three days ago, at the time I said one side looked a bit out of shape the nurse said it’s because one side has already started to swell. Now my right side is larger than my left and my Cupid’s bow has been pushed over towards my right side. Does this sound like the effects of swelling or is it due to more filler on one side? Can I do anything to fix this?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Swelling is common after lip injections and can take up to two weeks to resolve.  If after that time you still have concerns, return to your injector for an evaluation.  Gentle massage of the area may help minimize the swelling in the meantime.

Sabika Karim, MBBS · Answer

Lips can swell uneven. It can take up to two weeks for everything to be fully settled. If you have any concerns at two weeks ask your nurse to review you in person. 
I hope this helps, all the best

Alice M. McKnight, MD, FACOG · Answer

Uneven lisps after fillers is not uncommon. This could be a result of swelling and/ or uneven placement of fillers. You should wait for 2 weeks, at which time swelling most likely will have resolved. If your lips are still uneven, return to your injector.

Yael Halaas, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for the question.  It's not uncommon to have slight swelling after having filler injected into your lips.  I would wait at least two weeks and see if any residual swelling subsides.  if you are still unhappy with the result, I recommend returning to your injector for a second look.

Michelle Ellern, DO · Answer

Swelling after filler is common and is not always symmetrical. I would wait 2 weeks and see how everything settles. Good luck with your recovery.

Could my uneven lips be swelling or too much filler? (photo)

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