I have lost the natural pink colour around the borders of my lips after Juvederm. Is this temporary? (Photo)

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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?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This could be due to swelling, which can last 1-2 weeks after your injections. 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

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Swelling and bruising are common after lip injections and the changes in the coloration of your lips could be a result of the swelling.  As the swelling continues to subside you should notice improvement.  If you do not, return to your injector for an evaluation.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  Due to the increased pressure in the lips from the JVD application there can be some temporary blanching at the skin level.  This will resolve over the next several days as your swelling improves.  Hang in there!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. This is temporary and a result of the increase pressure in your lips from the Juvederm. This should resolve as your swelling subsides. It can take up to 2 weeks for all swelling to subside. Best of Luck!

Michelle Ellern, DO · Answer

I would wait 2 weeks until all the swelling and bruising has resolved. Likely the pink color will return by that point.  If not follow up with your treating physician.

I have lost the natural pink colour around the borders of my lips after Juvederm. Is this temporary? (Photo)

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Answer: Temporary Swelling with Juvederm

Answer: Temporary Swelling with Juvederm

Answer: Filler and blanching

Answer: Filler and blanching

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I have lost the natural pink colour around the borders of my lips after Juvederm. Is this temporary? (Photo)

Answers (7)

Answer: Temporary Swelling with Juvederm

Answer: Temporary Swelling with Juvederm

Answer: Filler and blanching

Answer: Filler and blanching

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