One side of lip is swollen, is this normal? 72 hours since procedure (Photo)

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The top left side of my lip seems to be more swollen than everywhere else. This is also a lot of generalized bruising. Will this even out? Should I be massaging the area? The swelling is more on the inside of the lip so it’s not noticeable when my mouth is closed, but if I talk and smile I get self conscious. I’m going back to work in 2 days and I’m praying things subside by then!

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Swelling can be typical. Icing and cold compresses may give improvement. I would wait a full 2 weeks before judging the results. If it is after the two week wait, you can have the filler reversed with hyaluronidase.
I hope this helps!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Swelling and bruising is common after lip injections and can take up to two weeks to fully resolve.  You may want to try the supplements Arnica and Bromelaine to help with healing.  If after two weeks you still have concerns, return to your injector for an evaluation.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's too soon to tell what your final results will be. You have swelling, which can be asymmetrical, and last 1-2 weeks after lip injections. If you're unhappy with your final results, you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

It's too soon to tell what your final results will be. You have swelling, which can be asymmetrical, and last 1-2 weeks after lip injections. If you're unhappy with your final results, you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. See an expert.

Kriston Kent, MD, MPH · Answer

Thanks for the question. Swelling, and even bruising, are
not terribly uncommon after treating an area like the lips with fillers. Not
everyone experiences swelling or bruising, but when it occurs, it can last as
little as 2-3 days, to as much as 2-3 weeks. Swelling, without bruising, is far
more common and usually resolves quickly. Swelling, in combination with
bruising, often last longer and provides a temporary asymmetry of your results.
Either way, most of the time, the results are satisfactory after a couple of
weeks, and the patient gets the benefit of 6-12 months of improvement. If you
are still concerned, have a low threshold to visit your treating surgeon to
discuss your concerns. Best of luck.

One side of lip is swollen, is this normal? 72 hours since procedure (Photo)

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Answer: It's too soon to tell what your final results will be.

Answer: It's too soon to tell what your final results will be.

Answer: Bruising, swelling, and assymetry from filler in the lips

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