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Scott E. Kasden, MD answers: Doctor for scar tissue removal in the lips?

Eight months ago, my lips were injected with Juvederm. It was hideous. There was a bump on my lip too. I have since had hyaluronidaise injections and the product is gone, but the bump is still there. On the surface, it looks like skin that was once stretched out, and when I press, I feel a hard lump inside. Cortisone injections didnt work either. I did a research online and came to know of people who have had this fixed.

Is there any doctor who specializes in this? I want to have my lips back to normal. Location isn't an issue, and I'm willing to travel. Thanks.


Scott E. Kasden, MD
2 months ago

I am responding to your email request.

I don't know who injected you, but you seem to have a really bad, if unusual outcome, and I am sorry to hear that.

As I understand it, the Juvederm effect is gone, and you have had steroid injection (at least one).

With only that information, I would make this recommendation.  Seek a board certified plastic surgeon.  If your doctor is one, get a second opinion.  I would avoid steroid shots until then, because too much steroid can "melt" tissue.

I would consider a small operation to remove the lump, and any stretched/thinned/abnormal mucosa of the lip that lies over it.  Believe it or not, if done properly, the scar may be nearly invisible.

Most experienced ps's can do this with no problem.

Hope this helps.

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