Swelling above left top lip, 3 weeks after lip filler (Photo)

Question

This swelling has remained in only one area, 3 weeks after lip filler (0.5ml) . I'm very happy with my lips but this area above my top lip remains. My lips aren't swollen, just this one area. Is it filler or something else? Thanks.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It is difficult to tell what exactly it is from the photos.  It is best to return to your injector for an evaluation.  If it is filler, it can be dissolved with hyaluronidase.  If it is swelling, it should subside over time.  Most swelling has resolved after two weeks, so at this point it's best to have an examination.

Miguel Mascaro, MD · Answer

Without having before pictures, its hard to say whether this was present beforehand or not.  Also, injection technique as well as amount of product injected, which product, not to mention if there was any brusing afterwards,  can affect how long it takes things to settle down.  I would recommend you go back to your injector as they should have clear records of your injection map around your lips and be able to guide you in regards to whether anything needs to be touched up or polished up with the area in question! I hope this helps.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! It is difficult to tell from the photos what exactly it is. If this is filler, it can be dissolved with hyaluronidase. If it is swelling, it should subside in 2 weeks. I recommend having this evaluated by your treating physician. Best of luck!

Kristin J. Tarbet, MD, FACS · Answer

It is difficult to give you a specific answer without a hands on examination. It's possible you still have residual swelling which my resolve, or may need to be treated with hyaluronidase to have the filler dissolved.

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

This needs to be dissolved with hyaluronidase. This is misplaced filler. It might take more than one treatment to get back to normal.

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