What Are Common Side Effects of Collagen Lip Injections?
Some of the most common side effects of collagen lip injections are instances where lips swell or bruise after treatment. There can also be bruising around the sides of the mouth, depending on the material that is used, and the method of injection, as well as how the body handles the foreign material. Some patients can be allergic to some aspects of collagen lip injections, and that can cause excessive swelling or related side effects.
In the field of cosmetic dermatology, collagen lip injections are a popular way to give patients fuller lips as part of an emphasis on changing facial areas to alter an individual’s appearance. In addition to actual collagen, there are a number of other materials and treatments that a patient can choose from for lip injections. Many of these treatments have similar benefits and side effects, although specific results may vary. Some “dermal fillers” used for lip injections are more natural than others, and promote collagen in different ways. Some patients choose a more natural material for collagen lip injections. Some natural types of dermal fillers are made from types of hylauronic acid, an avian product. Others are synthetic fillers that may not break down as well in the body. Poor choices of filler have been associated with occasional painful lumps in the lip area.
