Lip injections do not require any downtime or recovery. However, patients do receive some instructions to follow in the days after their treatment. Some of these aftercare instructions to follow for about 24 hours may include:
Do not touch the lips and remain mindful of lip movement
Only massage if instructed
Limit exercise to avoid sweating or any prolonged bending down
Do not drink alcohol or smoke
Wait to gauge final results for two weeks
Do not sleep face down
Patients may experience some minor side effects such as swelling and bruising. These should go away within one to two weeks. Following aftercare instructions reduces the chances of adverse or severe side effects.