DERMAL FILLER AFTERCARE

What happened

Hyaluronic acid or similar gel was placed for volume, contour, or hydration.

First 6 hours

Do

• Gentle cool compress 10 minutes at a time.

• Keep head elevated.

Avoid

• Touching, pressing, or massaging the area.

• Makeup on injection sites.

First 48 hours

Do

• Sleep on your back with two pillows.

• Light skincare only. Fragrance free moisturizer is best.

• Optional bruise support: arnica or bromelain.

Avoid

• Alcohol and salty foods that worsen swelling.

• Exercise, saunas, hot tubs.

• Air travel if you had extensive lip work and swelling is significant.

Days 3 to 7

Normal

• Swelling peaks by 48 hours then declines.

• Areas can feel firm or lumpy while gel integrates.

Avoid for 2 weeks

• Dental work.

• Facials, face massage, gua sha, microneedling, radiofrequency.

• Sleeping face down or on your side if it pressures the treated area.

Lip filler specifics

• Use straws minimally for 24 hours.

• Cold sore history: begin or continue prophylaxis as directed.

Small lump protocol

• Many settle as swelling resolves.

• Do not massage unless your injector tells you to. If asked to massage, use clean hands and light circular motion 2 to 3 times daily for 48 hours.

Results timeline

• Most swelling resolves by day 5 to 7.

• Final refinement by 2 to 3 weeks.

• Longevity 6 to 18 months depending on product and area.

Red flags

• Severe pain, dusky or white skin, spreading mottled discoloration, coolness, or numbness. This can signal compromised blood flow. Contact Anova immediately.

Rebooking

• Touch ups typically 6 to 12 months depending on area and goals.