1) is it possible I still have swelling after 19 days? or is this the result of over filling? 2) Is it normal to get overfilled or is this a sign of lack of skills? 2) I feel after the injection my eyes have more pigmentation. Can you tell if it is still bruised from the pictures? 3) Is it possible for me to massage the extra filler and make it flat? What can I do? Should I let my Dr dissolve and try again? I am not sure if I trust my Dr skills.
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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Swelling is normal for approximately two weeks, and most significant for the first three days, after lip injections. Juvederm, a hyaluronic acid filler, is hydrophilic which means the gel has an affinity to retain water and cause swelling. Given that you liked the size of your lips directly...
Thank you for your questions and photos. It is very early to tell the outcome of your lips. I recommend giving a full two weeks for everything to settle. If nothing has resolved by that time I would go back to your injector for a follow up. There is a reversal for...
I would recommend you return to your injector if you are experiencing discomfort and pain. There usually is swelling after you have a hyaluronic acid filler which could be contributing to the pressure. I would not worry about the filler migrating at this point. However, if you area having...