Filler swelling: what day one, three and fourteen look like
Fillers
4 min read
Camila Arceo, RN
Swelling is normal after filler. Here is what to expect each day, and the signs that mean you should call us.
Almost everyone swells after filler, and lips swell the most. Day one is usually the biggest: lips can look a size larger than they will settle, and small bumps are common.
By day three most of the swelling has gone down, though mornings can look puffier. Bruising, if you have any, turns yellow and fades within a week. Cold compresses and sleeping with your head raised help.
By day fourteen you are looking at the result, which is why we book your check then. Call us right away, at any hour, if you notice skin turning white or dusky, pain that keeps getting worse or any change in your vision.
This article is general information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Results vary from person to person. If you have trouble breathing, vision changes or severe pain after a treatment, call 911.
Written by
Camila Arceo, RN
Reviewed by Dr. Helena Carrow, MD, medical director.
