Just over a year ago I got 1 syringe of Voluma in the prejowl area to correct my early jowls (I'm 26). It seems like after a while on one side the filler slid sideways into the jowl itself, making it look worse. Now my fillers are almost dissolved, except for this lump, which hurts a little when I press on it. Is this normal? Do I just have to keep waiting for them to completely dissolve? What should I do if it's scar tissue or something else more permanent?
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I encourage you to visit with your injector for an evaluation. In the future you can consider a patch test to determine if you have an allergy. In the meantime your injector can treat you if you have developed an infection at the injection site.
Bruising and swelling can occur after filler treatment. Avoiding NSAIDs and aspirin for a few days is recommended. Arnica can help to treat bruising and can be purchased over the counter. See your injector for an evaluation to rule out an occlusion.
You may want to consider a different filler before going right from Volite to Voluma. Other options are Juvederm Volbella which is specifically designed for the lips, or even Juvederm Ultra. Voluma can be used but it is a thicker filler and may give you an unnatural feel to the lips.