Does Lip Augmentation Cause Mouth Wrinkles?

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I heard getting restylane, collegen, or juvaderm injections to make the lips bigger cause mouth wrinkles after a while? after it goes away?

Steve Laverson, MD, FACS · Answer

It is true, that after filler used for lip augmentation resorbs, wrinkles or creases you had before the procedure will re-appear.  Based on available evidence, It is NOT true that these fillers cause new wrinkles or creases.

Mark Taylor, MD · Answer

Wrinkles on the lips are caused partially by loss of volume and support. Lip augmentation helps prevent wrinkles in the lips.

Glenn Vallecillos, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank  you for the question.

	There is no evidence to suggest that the use of injectable fillers in the lips such as Juverderm or Restylane will lead to the development of wrinkles when the product resorbs.  It is likely that pre-existing wrinkles will become  more apparent in time with product resorption.  Having said, the repeated use of injectable fillers in the lips may lead to neocollagenization or the development of new collagen which could, in theory, produce a more permanent volumization of lips and potentially decrease the onset of wrinkle development.

	Kindest Regards,

	 

	Glenn Vallecillos, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Jacqueline Calkin, MD · Answer

Many patients have asked this same astute question over the years.  The good news is we do not see a worsening of lines after the fillers resorb.  In fact, due to the subtle collagen stimulating effect of all injectable fillers, I believe we are better off even after the filler goes away.  This has certainly been the experience in my practice and in my own lips.  ENJOY!

Chad L. Prather, MD · Answer

Fortunately, lip augmentation, whether done for volumizing the lips or for better defining the lip margin, does not lead to further wrinkling once the product has dissolved. It may even help lines around the mouth (mildly) when present.

	You're correct in that it should be a hyaluronic acid filler or collagen rather than radiesse, sculptra, or a permanent filler. HA fillers and collagen have the right "feel" and consistency to achieve the desired result in the lips. As always, it's important to see a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon for best results.

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