I am scheduled for a rhinoplasty next month but and have a girls trip scheduled a month and a half after my surgery. I wanted to get my lips filled before the trip but I'm wondering when is the best time to do it. Before or after my rhinoplasty? My concern after is the swelling, and before is it may alter the doctors opinion of how to "shape" my new nose (reducing bulbous tip is my main concern cosmetically) .
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August 18, 2016
Answer: Lip augmentation (Juvederm) before or after Rhinoplasty?
Hi Tatortot, USUALLY it is completely safe to have both procedures performed in close proximity (even during the same day/visit). However, the type of chemical peel and the concentration (strength) of that peel are important. For example, if you plan to be having a more superficial chemical ...
Thank you for your question! I would go to an expert injector and explain the previous problem. It can be evened out with precise filler injection. Lucky this is the only side effect from such a devastating potential problem. Blunt cannulas for the lips will decrease the likihood of a vascular ...
Swelling can happen from Juvederm and especially in the lips. I would definitely ice and sleep elevated and if it doesn't resolve quickly consider a course of steroids. Best, Dr. Green