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Do Restylane Lip Injections Always Give Good Results?

asked 4 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Enrique Etxeberria, MD
Question viewed 4,290 times
Tags: wrinkles, fine line

35 answers to Do Restylane Lip Injections Always Give Good Results?

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Restylane and Lip Injections

In the hands of an experienced practitioner, restylane can produce excellent results for restylane. However, restylane must be injected properly and in appropriate amounts to provide natural looking results.
Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.drkrisreddy.com

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There is nothing that is 100% but properly done lip...

There is nothing that is 100% but properly done lip injections yield excellent results most of the time. Lip injections are tricky and several different options are used for the actual injections. The techniques must be mastered by the plastic surgeon and used appropriately in each patient. This is not a one size fits all. Lip injections require determining what is best for each patient and then performing the injections appropriately to achieve the desired results.
Edmond A. Zingaro, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
+2

Restylane usually delivers good results in experienced hands

No one can guarantee good results with Restylane, based on all of the variables involved. Restylane is an excellent product, and my patients have been very pleased with the results. Good results depend on patient-related factors, the product itself, but perhaps more importantly, the experience of the injector. Not matter how good a product is, if it is injected incorrectly, the results will be inconsistent and potentially harmful.
Ryan Greene, MD, PhD

Fort Lauderdale Facial Plastic Surgeon
+2

Getting great results in the lips with Restylane

The secret to getting a great result with Restylane in the lips depends on the technique that is used and the amount of Restylane. In our practice, our patients want a fuller and more sensuous upper left but want to stay away from excess Restylane or Restylane only in Vermillion border. This is a classic mistake that we see in patients treated at other facilities. When Restylane is incorrectly applied here, it gives the impression of the duck bill. To get a great result, Restylane has to be... more
B. Pat Pazmino, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
+2

Restylane in the lips can deliver predictable results if injected properly

This is a great question because Restylane, like any of the hyaluronic acid gel fillers provide a very uniform and reliable volume augmentation. The issue is not the filler itself but who is injecting it and where and how much is injected. The upper and lower lips have very predictable shapes that can be augmented with fillers. Poor placement and overfilling usually are the source of complaints, no the product itself. Remember that hyaluronic acid fillers are temporary and can be... more
Andrew P. Trussler, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
+2

Getting great results with Restylane

Restylane is a hyaluronic acid filler widely used to plump out lips. It is both safe and effective in most cases. Occasionally, a small nodule can develop and this can be either massaged down, or sometimes needs to be injected with hyaluronidase which dissolves it. Bruising and swelling for a few days can occur with any filler including restylane. Any filler injection should be assessed 2-4 weeks after initial treatment to see if any touch-up or massage is required to make the product and... more
Benjamin Barankin, MD

Toronto Dermatologic Surgeon
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Results depend on who does your Restylane

Lip treatments require a great deal of experience and good judgment. As a facial plastic surgeon who does lip surgeries it is very important to know all the anatomy and esthetics of the lip. One of the worst things you can get is a big duck lip. This is one sure way for people to know you have had something done. Choose the doctor who has a great deal of experience with using fillers in the lip and understands the anatomy and esthetics of a proper lip treatment. Good Luck! more
Robert F. Gray, MD

Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Restylane is not Magic.

Not at all. Restylane (or other Hyaluronic Acid Gel Fillers) are not a "magic" treatment. It must be properly indicated and applied. When this occurs, if applied by a board certified physician, results use to be quite good.
Enrique Etxeberria, MD

Spain Plastic Surgeon
+1

Restylane for the lips

There are very few thing in medicine and surgery that one can say "always" or "never" about... That being said, Restylane is a very good product with a good record for safety and efficacy to volumize the lips. Best to see a few injectors. Ask to see their before/after photos. Ask them about their experience and training. Bring in photos of what you are reasonably expecting to look like. together you can make a proper... more
Jeffrey Roth, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon
+1

Restylane for lips...how to get fuller lips with more pout.

Restylane, a hyaluronic acid filler, is an excellent way to obatain fuller and more attractive lips.  When performed by an experienced injector, this can result in a wonderful aesthetic enhancement without significant downtime.  That being said, Restylane is only a product.  That product must be delivered appropriately to obtain the results you desire.  Seek a trained professional who is comfortable with lip injections if considering this type of treatment. ... more
Etai Funk, MD

Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Restylane or Juvederm in lips needs an artistic touch.

Restylane anywhere can't be guaranteed to 'always give good results'. There are many mistakes that can be made with fillers, and the lips are among the trickier locations to get good, appealing placement of Restylane. It is important to see a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who is not only qualified but also detailed and artistic with a light touch. There is always room for more filler, but once too much is placed in the wrong area, trouble ensues. more
Jessica J. Krant, MD, MPH

Manhattan Dermatologic Surgeon

www.ArtofDermatology.com

+1

Restylane lips are nice.

Injecting fillers is definitely an art and a collaboration between patient and doctor.  It is crucial that you express to your doctor what your expectations are.  It is equally crucial that the doctor listen to you and explain your realistic options.  Once agreed on the outcome it comes to the artistic eye and skill of the injector.  Given these considerations Restylane lips turn out very nice every time.
Susan Van Dyke, MD

Paradise Valley Dermatologist
+1

Good Results with Restylane to the Lips

To obtain good results from Restylane into the lips, the injector needs to be highly skilled in eye-hand coordination and be able to communicate well with the patient.  The trick is for the patient to communicate exactly what they are striving to achieve and for the provider to listen, understand and execute good delivery of the product. 
Amir Moradi, MD

San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Good lips with restylane

Most patients that have lip augmentation with restylane have great results. It is very important to communicate with your doctor what it is you actually want. Most people want natural fuller lips without having a "ducky" appearance. 
Andres Bustillo, MD

Miami Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Restylane for lip augmentation

The result you may see with Restylane (or any other injectable) depends a lot on the person injecting the product.  Whether that person is a physician or a nurse, be sure that person has significant experience with injections and with dealing with the complications.Each patient has slightly different needs/wants when it comes to lip injections and this needs to be discussed prior to the injection.  Although these products are only temporary (lasting anywhere from 4 months to... more
William Bruno, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
+1

Good results with Restylane

I wish I could say Yes, but unfortunately, Restylane, like all other tools in plastic surgery is just that, a tool.  There is a saying in surgery, "the knife is no smarter than the person wielding it".  While you can get some results with Restylane that are unbelievable, you can certainly have some disasters.  Important things to consider: Make sure the person you chose injects Restylane regularly (i.e. they advertise and have before and after... more
John Bitner, MD

Salt Lake City Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drjohnbitner.com

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Lip injections

The most important factor with any filler treatment, including restylane in the lips, is the skill of the injector.  Properly done, restylane in the lips can have excellent results.  Improperly done, it can look very un-natural.  Be sure to have a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon with filler experience perform your treatment.
Donna Bilu Martin, MD

Miami Beach Dermatologist
+1

Restylane injection into the lips

Restylane and other hyaluronic acid fillers (such as Juvederm and Perlane) can give excellent results if performed by an experienced physician who understands normal lip anatomy. Like any other procedure, if done in excess the results can be disfiguring and unnatural.  If performed correctly and moderately, the results can be softer, fuller lips that look natural.
Scott J. Engel, MD

Sarasota Plastic Surgeon
+1

Restylane is great for filling lips when done by an experienced and skilled injector

Restylane and Juvederm lip injections can give great results when done by experienced and skilled injectors who have an artistic eye and a desire for a natural result.  Improperly done, one can wind up with  "sausage" or "duck" or "goldfish" lips.   Properly done, one can wind up with natural-appearing, more defined, less old-looking, fuller (if desired) lips.  The skill of the injector is key.
Margaret Weiss, MD

Baltimore Dermatologist
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The better questions is...Do all injectors give good results?

Restylane can give great results for lip augmentation as can the Juvederm famliy of products.  However, the results are much more dependent on the skill of the injector than the product being used.  I highly recommend that you seek a provider is well trained in lip augmentation such as a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon. Even then, I would make sure they can show you the results of their work. I hope you find this answer helpful.
Steven E. Rasmussen, MD

Austin Dermatologist
+1

Outcome of Restylane Injections Depends on the Injector

Restylane is an excellent product to use in the lips.  It can provide both structure and volume to the lips.  However, it is important to have the product delivered by someone experienced not only with Restylane, but also experienced in injecting the lips.  Too much product, too little product, or product improperly placed can all lead to poor outcomes.
Joshua Zeichner, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
+1

Restylane lip injections give good results

With an experienced doctor, you can expect very good results with Restylane lip injections - assuming your goals are realistic. The results are seen immediately, but are temporary.
Randy J. Buckspan, MD

Austin Plastic Surgeon
+1

Lip treatment is much more an art form then a science

It is important to understand that filler product is not just slammed into the face. Great a great lip treatment is about the artfulness of the injector. They are sculpting your lips. Some artists are well more artistic than others. So even if you have had a not so great lip edge treatment in the past, it is wrong to decide the treatment does not work for you. It just means that you need to do more homework to find a doctor who is right for you.
Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon
+1

Restylane for the lips

Restylane is a great option for lip augmentation but it is not 100% guaranteed that it would give you a perfect result. In general, it works really well and the majority of patients are very happy..
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
+1

Restylane lip injection results

You are realt asking 1 question with a 2 part answer. Restylane is an excellent choice for lip augmentation as is Juvederm. The biggest factor before choosing the right product is the right injector. Fuller injections are an art and your results will depend on your chosen artist.
Shawn Allen, MD

Boulder Dermatologist
+1

Restylane lip injections

Restylane typically yields consistent results. The results vary independent of Restylane but vary based upon practitioner's technique, volume used and the patient. Results on lips are typically excellent and patients look great immediately afterwards.
Steven Hacker, MD

West Palm Beach Dermatologic Surgeon

www.palmbeachdermasurgery.com

+1

Restylane is a versatile and reliable product for lips

Plastic surgeons tend to use words like "improve" and "usually" while patients sometimes want to hear "always." Restylane, and Juvederm, are great products for lips because they look and feel natural when injected properly, are reversible, and allow for shaping to the type of lip that you are looking for. It is important to understand what it can and can't do in terms of your individual anatomy, and find an experienced injector.
Richard Baxter, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
+1

Restylane and Lip Injections

Restylane is a great filler for lip injections, extremely safe and effective. The question is really about the injector, especially when it comes to the lips.
Bruce Katz, MD

New York Dermatologic Surgeon
+1

Restylane results depend on who is doing it.

Hi. Restylane is a very good product, but the results are going to be only as good as the cosmetic eye and the injection skill of your doctor.  This is really a kind of art.
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
+1

Restylane results for lips

Restylane for the lips is an injection procedure that does require some skill. The proper look depends on whether or not the patient wants to plump the lips or just have the appearance of fuller lips. This determines where on the lip the injections are placed. We have seen more than a few patients in our office injected asymmetrically in the lips (unevenly from side to side) which is the most common injection problem. Depending on the type of product injected, this may be reversible with... more
Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

The answer is "No" for the question does Restylane always give good results - but "usually"

Lip injections require a good amount of skill and experience from your plastic surgeon or injector. I have found that there are patients with lips that will respond well to fillers, and other patients who end up looking mediocre after lip augmentation. (The answer is "usually", not "always"). The difference is in how much lip existing lip is currently showing, and how well defined is the "cupids bow" area of the lip. There are many different locations and... more
Tammy Wu, MD

Modesto Plastic Surgeon
+1

Less is better for lip augmentation using hyaluronic acid filler such as Restylane or Juvederm

Cosmetic outcome of lip augmentation obviously depends on the skill and the artistry of the board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon. However, the key is 'less is better'. Most people appreciate more subtle lip augmentation that looks natural, allows better coverage with lipsticks rather than 'oh my God, what did you do to yourself'. Start with accentuating vermilion lip borders, recreating cupid's bow between the the two columns of the upper lip and preserving the 1 to 1.6 ratio of... more
William Ting, MD

Bay Area Dermatologic Surgeon
+1

Restylane injection results is injector dependent

This injection is 100% operator dependent. Make sure you go to a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist that does a lot of this injection and your chance of having a good result is very high.
Hisham Seify, MD, PhD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Success of Restylane lip augmentation depends on several factors

Restylane and Juvederm are hyaluronic acid facial fillers with a high safety profile.  They both work consistently in correcting facial volume after injection. Just as in any procedure, the determinants of success include your anatomic characteristics, the amount injected, and the technique used.
Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

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