I had restylane filler and have a visible lump/droopy bit in the middle of my top lip. Is this normal? May this be due to the swelling/healing? My nurse told me to gently massage the area and it is due to swelling, but I'm a little concerned. Especially that I'm going away next week
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August 3, 2018
Answer: It is common to have swelling and bumps after injection
Thank you for your question. The lump you are experiencing can be bruising or due to filler. Please note that it can up to 2 weeks for all swelling to subside. If after this time the lump does not resolve it can be due to filler which can be dissolved with hyaluronidase. I recommend having a...
Hello and thank you for your question! Regarding the fine lines around your mouth, commonly referred to as smoker's lines or straw lines, we would typically use Restylane Silk to help smooth these areas. We cannot answer if it is worth the cost, as each patient's mindset is different and their...
Good morning!Some swelling two days after filler on your lateral orbit is common- but be careful pressing on it too much. It takes several days for the filler to "set up"- pushing too much too early can make it all disappear completely!In my practice, I encourage patients to come to the o...
