I received Juvederm today in my lips and immediately had a bruise on my right side. Is it just bad bruise or occlusion? (Photo)

Question

Wanted to know if this is just the beginnings of a severe bruise or something worse like a vascular occlusion? Thanks!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Swelling and bruising are common after lip injections and can take up to two weeks to resolve.  You can use intermittent cold compresses to the area. Some patients also find the use of Arnica to be helpful.  It appears you have a bruise which should resolve with time.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Swelling and bruising can last 1 to 2 weeks after lip filler injections. To diminish the bruising, I recommend using LightStim LED or, in more significant cases, a vascular laser or IPL treatment. Arnica with Bromelain (""Arnika Forte"") can also be taken to help speed up the healing. 
If you're unhappy with your results, you can also have the filler dissolved with hyaluronidase and try a different filler and/or technique next time. If the bruising doesn't improve - or if you feel any pain - see your physician or an experienced cosmetic dermatologist for an evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

Anshul Gambhir, MD · Answer

Thank you for your message! Based off of your pictures, it appears you have bruising, which is not uncommon after filler injections, especially lip filler. You can use a cool compress or Arnica for relief. If the area does not improve, gets worse, or becomes incredibly painful I would contact your injector!

Mohammed F. Ahmad, MD · Answer

Hello. Thank you for your questions. Bruises after lip injections are not uncommon. It does not appear that you have an occlusion. From your picture it just looks like a bruise.

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

It appears from your photo that Juvederm created a bruise to the area and it should resolve in about one week.  Any injection of hyaluronic acid can potentially bruise and it is always more of a chance if you are on blood thinners.  Please consult an expert in Juvederm and lip injections for the best cosmetic results.  Best, Dr. Green

I received Juvederm today in my lips and immediately had a bruise on my right side. Is it just bad bruise or occlusion? (Photo)

Answers (6)

Answer: Bruise

Answer: Bruise

Answer: Juvederm and Bruise

Answer: Juvederm and Bruise

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Juvederm

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

I received Juvederm today in my lips and immediately had a bruise on my right side. Is it just bad bruise or occlusion? (Photo)

Answers (6)

Answer: Bruise

Answer: Bruise

Answer: Juvederm and Bruise

Answer: Juvederm and Bruise

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Juvederm

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.