Juvederm placed in only my lips. Had dental block as well. It's day 5 and my cheeks and face are still swollen

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Hello I had juvederm placed in ONLY my lips I also had a dental block done as well this is the 4th or 5th time I have had my lips done with a dental block and have never experienced so much facial swelling it is now day 5 .. I usually have restylane this time I tried juvederm but I believe that isn't the issue because it's my cheeks is this normal for dental blocks and why am I experiencing this now and never before? How long will it last?? What can I do to make it go away ?? Thanks

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

If the swelling is in the lips, it's likely due to Juvederm.  5 days is very early.  If the swelling is on the cheek areas where the block was placed, then it's not due to Juvederm.If after 2 weeks problems persist, best to call the doctor's office.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It can take up to 2 weeks for the swelling to go down. If you are still unhappy after, please see your doctor and have the area reversed.  Venus legacy, oral diuretics/ prednisone / NSAIDs can help.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

The dental block wears off in a few hours and does not cause facial swelling that is long term. The filler product used may cause swelling that should subside in a few days or in some individuals by a week or so.

William Marshall Guy, MD · Answer

Hello lnewton6907,Sorry to hear about your swelling.  Without a picture it is difficult to say what is taking place.  Right next to the nerve that is blocked is a blood vessel.  If that were damaged it could have let to bleeding and the swelling.  I would recommend you follow up with your injector since this is the first time it has happened to you so you can have an in person evaluation.  I hope this helps and good luck.

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