Am I having some kind of reaction to the Juvederm injected in my lips? (Photo)

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My lips now have a white-colored, almost scaly discoloration on them. It's been almost a week since the injection. And I've noticed a few bumps as well....that look almost like pimples.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Yes, this can be typical and it will resolve in 1-2 weeks. Icing, firm massage and cold compresses can help. I would wait a full 2 weeks before assessing results. Hope this helps

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

There can be some swelling and/or lumps after lip injections which can last 1-2 weeks. You can apply firm pressure between two fingers on the lips for a few days, for 5 mins a time, in order to help decrease swelling and even out the lumps. If you're unhappy with your final results you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. Best, Dr. Emer

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph. Though some degree of tissue swelling is expected with a lip augmentation what I think you are referencing in your picture are fordyce spots present along your lip border.  These are normal findings in patients and do not require treatment.  Hope this helps.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph. Though some degree of tissue swelling is expected with a lip augmentation what I think you are referencing in your picture are fordyce spots present along your lip border.  These are normal findings in patients and do not require treatment.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Photo dies Not demonstrate what yu are saying? Best to seek in person paid second opinions if so concerned. Or return to see the injecting MD.

Am I having some kind of reaction to the Juvederm injected in my lips? (Photo)

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Am I having some kind of reaction to the Juvederm injected in my lips? (Photo)

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Answer: Though some degree of tissue swelling is expected with a lip augmentation what I think you are referencing in your picture

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