Volbella Lips: The Day After

Friday, March 2nd 2018

If you’ve been thinking that your lips need a little refresher, but you don’t want BIGGER lips, just smoother lips, Volbella might be a great option for you! I just had mine done yesterday (1 syringe of Volbella), and thought you might be curious to know what it looks like the next day. As you can see, there really isn’t any “recovery time” after Volbella, just a little swelling and a tiny bit of bruising.

Here is more information about Volbella.

Would love to know if you have any questions:)

Dr. K

Filler risks and treatment limits

Dermal fillers can cause swelling, bruising, pain, infection, or nodules. Unintended injection into a blood vessel can cause tissue death, vision loss, or stroke. FDA approval is specific to a product and treatment area; it does not cover every facial area or body contouring. Ask which product is proposed, whether the use is approved, and how complications are managed.

Source: FDA dermal filler guidance.

Editorial update, October 2, 2026: AI-assisted edits clarify the safety information above using the linked sources. This update is not a clinician medical review or individual treatment advice.

Dr. Carmen Kavali

Dr. Carmen Kavali is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving patients in Sandy Springs, Buckhead, and the greater Atlanta, Georgia area. At Monarch Plastic Surgery & Skin Renewal Center, she focuses on natural-looking results through advanced surgical techniques in facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, and body contouring.

Dr. Kavali earned both her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering and her Doctor of Medicine from Mercer University. She completed her general surgery residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago and advanced fellowship training in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Wayne State University School of Medicine.

She is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the only plastic surgery board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. Dr. Kavali is also an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the Medical Association of Georgia.

Known for her patient-focused approach and refined aesthetic results, Dr. Kavali frequently lectures on topics including breast augmentation, facial rejuvenation, and body contouring. Her work has been featured in publications such as NewBeauty, Best Self Atlanta, and Modern Luxury.