I had 1ml of Juvederm injected 3 days ago and my top lip actually looks smaller because the border has gone white and is not defined like it was before. Is this normal? Will it rectify itself as the swelling goes down or is it due to the lip being overfilled?
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December 13, 2016
Answer: Lip Augmentation Results--Temporary swelling with Juvederm
Thank you for your question. It is common to have swelling after lip augmentation. It will take up to 2 weeks for all swelling and bruising to resolve. You can ice the area for the 48 hours after treatment to help reduce swelling. The lump you are experiencing can be residual filler. If it is...
Thank you for your question. It is not unusual to have lumps after filler injection. This is only temporary and will dissipate after 6-12 months. You can also have this dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase. It is unlikely you have permanent damage from the lump.
I would say that the swelling is more than I would expect and I would give you steroids. An IM shot will work faster followed by oral prednisone. If the lips are massaged/manipulated after the injection, this can occur. I would call the office again or stop by.
