Thanks very much for answering my question I've taken all the advice offered. Its now 3days later and I think the swelling of the lips have gone down quite a bit . however I'm really concerned about the swelling in the whole area under my nose and above my upper lip. Is this normal? Also my top lip seems to be over the bottom lip when I look side view, will this resolve? I don't think it was like this when I left the hospital. My docs not available until Wednesday unfortunately. Many thanks
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Answer: Swelling above lip area after restylane. Will it resolve, and is it normal? (Photo)
Restylane is a great filler for the nasolabial and lips. However, there is often some swelling that can last a few days after the procedure. I would recommend you applying some ice compresses to your lips. You should be able to return to work.
I have seen this happen in several circumstances:--patients who have puffy eyes due to water retention (not fat); ie the kind of puffiness that you can i dent with your finer, that is worst in the morning and gets.better during the day, that is worse with a high-salt diet--patients who have had...
Restylane for tear troughs is a wonderful tool. It sounds like you just need a little bit more Restylane injected into the area for a full result. I would suggest you return to your treating physician to correct the tear trough area.
