What can I do about severe swelling in my upper lip after Restylane in injections?

Some people swell up a lot after lip injections. The swelling can last a few days to a week or so. Intermittent use of ice will help. If the swelling lasts longer than a week or so see your Dr.

Bruising and swelling may occur with lip augmentation, but if you are concerned that you are having an unusual problem, it's always best to address these concerns with your surgeon. Wishing you well. Dr Joseph

Hi there!
In terms of aftercare, expect swelling to worsen over a 48 hour period from the day of injection. This will then subside over 7-10 days. 
Ice/cold compress, arnica and simple painkillers are recommended over the first 48 hours to minimise swelling. 
I hope this helps!
Best wishes,
Dr Rupert

Hi,
Restylane, more than the other commonly used lip fillers (Juvederm line) is more firm and tends to absorb more water (hydrophilic). In my practice we use both products; but when using restylane I always warm my patients that they will be swollen for 48 hours. Ultimately, the amount of filler injected will be an important factor as well, but swelling always occurs after restylane injection.
Mehdi Sina, MD

It is not uncommon for significant swelling post lip injection. They are very vascular structures which lends to inflammation.  It is important to see your surgeon to make sure that there is no infection. It is rare but it must be ruled out.Some things that decrease swelling are using cannulas for the procedure, ice and head of bed elevation.Hope this helps.Best of luck,DrC

Unfortunately, lip swelling occurs frequently after lip injections.  The reason is that the lips easily swell from trauma.  After your injections, ice regularly and sleep with your head elevated.

It is normal to see some swelling following lip injections. The lips are a very sensitive area, and swelling can be quite pronounced for a few days following injection of filler. Be patient, and the swelling should subside over the next week or two. In the meantime, you can ice your lip and keep your head elevated to help manage the swelling.

Restylane  SILK can produce swelling in the lip just as Juvaderm Ultra XC can.  Since
they are both hyaluronic acids and hydrophilic(water loving)  water is drawn into the area with fast injection, causing exaggerated swelling.  This is usually a temporary problem that will
resolve with ice, benadryl orally and time. Contact your provider if the swelling
persists or if you have increased pain.#Restylanesideeffects   #LIpswelling   #lipenhancements

Lips do tend to swell after lip augmentation.  I tell my patients that the following day is the 'oh my gosh' moment that can go two ways:1)  'oh my gosh' will the swelling go back down?  they are so big!  Answer --> yes, give it another few days2)  'oh my gosh I love the lips even more today! will this go down?' Answer --> yes, it will go down.  you may need more volume in the lips to achieve what you are looking for.

Most swelling settles down within a week or two. See your injector if swelling lasts longer than that.In the meantime, you can use cool packs to ease the swelling, placing them on your lips or 15 minute stretches 3-4 times a day. (your lips may be numb at the moment and doing short stretches with the ice pack minimizes the risk of frostbite).