The lips are a very sensitive area of the face, and while Dr. Patel uses advanced injection techniques to minimize bruising and swelling, you may still experience these side effects. Don't be alarmed if your lips appear bigger than you wanted at first - this is just the swelling, and it will subside within a week or two.
If you do experience some minor bruising, we recommend picking up some arnica gel to help speed healing. You can also apply makeup over any bruising to cover it up. Because of the possibility of bruising and swelling, we do not recommend having lip injections immediately before a big event. Give yourself time for healing to make sure you look your absolute best.