After your treatment, there are a few things to keep in mind:
DON'T TOUCH the treated area for 6 hours! We don't want any infections. No applying any product (like makeup or lip product) the rest of the day of treatment. Again - infection risk! You can use a clean ice pack wrapped in gauze after your treatment - keep the ice pack wrapped (you'll be numb so won't feel how cold it is) and apply for up to 15 minutes every hour the day of the treatment. This will help minimize bruising and swelling. No exercise or intense heat for the rest of the day of your treatment. Don't plan on doing invasive dental work for 2 weeks post filler unless absolutely necessary. Don't have any laser or invasive treatments to the area where the filler was placed for 4 weeks post treatment. Do not use any lip suction/plumper device if there is any dermal filler in the lips! (hopefully that trend is out the door by now!) It's normal to start feeling tender in the areas treated shortly after. This can last for a few days but should keep improving. Tylenol is the best thing to take for this (Advil or other NSAIDS can increase your risk of bruising even after treatment, but are completely safe to take if you prefer!) It's normal to have quite a bit of swelling. This is usually most noticeable the night of and the day after your treatment. Ice packs and sleeping at a 20-30 degree angle will help improve swelling.