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How to Reduce Juvederm Swelling

So, the quest for a pucker like Angelina Jolie’s has led you to try Juvederm. Since you didn’t need to go under the knife for the treatment and the result was immediate, you thought it would be a breeze. Until you experienced noticed swelling and bruising around your mouth. How to prevent or reduce swelling caused by Juvederm? The following are helpful tips to give you the pucker you so desire – without the pain.

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Keep in mind that you are not supposed to expose yourself to sunlight or cold weather a few days after your treatment. Excessive sun or excessive cold will only make the redness and swelling worse. So, try to stay indoors as much as you can. Also, put off other kinds of skin treatments (derma peels, etc.) until after you’ve completely recovered. Having chemicals put on your face at this time might risk inflammation or infection.

Another precaution you have to take is to stay away from aspirin or ibuprofen during the recovery period. This might increase the bleeding and bruising on and around the injected areas. Also avoid alcoholic beverages and strenuous exercise.

If and when you do experience severe swelling from Juvederm, you can put an ice pack over the affected area for a few minutes. If it still doesn’t get better, seek advice from your dermatologist or plastic surgeon. Don’t take pills without their permission.

Observe your condition for the following days after your treatment. If you develop a rash or fever, consult your doctor at once. Your lips will also become more sensitive after the treatment, so keep a stack of lip balms ready.

In the end, don’t worry. Unless there are complications, swelling caused by Juviderm should resolve in seven days.