7 days after injections and my top lip is duck ish and sticks out over my bottom (photos)

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So I went to get juvaderm xc in my lips 7 days ago. I asked for no duck lips and for them to be about even in size but still the traditional smaller on top bigger on bottom. Well I got all the stuff I didn't want The top lip is huge. the side view is awful. Is it just over filled? If I go in and asked to have it fixed, will they charge me Since it's all wrong? I didn't have any bruising except for a pin prick on my left very side of my lip.

Bhupesh Vasisht, MD · Answer

This is not duck lips.  You look nice imo. The lip augmentation looks pretty natural in the photos that you have shared.  I do not recommend fixing anything.  If anything you might need a small amount in the lower lip as well to balance off the top which i think looks great.  The level pf perfection that you are looking for may not be possible.  Enjoy.  Hope this helps.  Dr Vasisht

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Swelling and bruising can occur after Juvederm placement, as it typically takes 10-14 days to see optimal results. After two weeks if you are unhappy I suggest reversing with hyaluronidase. Best, Dr. Emer

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your photographs.  Due to the thin tissues of the lips significant swelling after injections can be common, and I would recommend using cold compresses, arnica Montana and bromelain supplements, and head elevation while sleeping as useful anti-swelling measures. Allow your results to mature over the next seven days and then assess your results.  If they still do not measure up to your desired appearance you can have the filler material dissolved.

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

I often tell my patients to be prepared for swelling/bruising after lip filler injection. This swelling/bruising can last in worst case scenario up to 14 days. I suspect your upper lip is still somewhat swollen and I would recommend you wait another weekend before judging the result. Did the injector also inject your lower lip?

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

The lip can stay swollen for a week or more after filler. I would give it another week to re-evaluate at that point.

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7 days after injections and my top lip is duck ish and sticks out over my bottom (photos)

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