14 years ago I got an Articol upper lip injection. Almost immediately it bubbled to one side and left a large hard bump. I went back to the doctor and she tried to dissolve the Articol but it didn't do much. So I left it alone and I was told it would probably last 10 years. I am scared to get more fillers to try to even the lip out. Is there anything I can do besides fillers to try to "loosen" the Articol up so it eventually dissolves on its own? Anything I can do at home?
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August 27, 2015
Answer: Artecoll Injections to lip- long term problems/lumps
Thank you for your question. If you had lip augmentation with a hyaluronic acid filler such as Juvederm or Restylane, you can have the filler dissolved with an enzyme known as hyaluronidase. I recommend having a follow up with your injector for an evaluation. Best of Luck!
While there are several options to help achieve more symmetry in the lips, the best recommendation is to consult with a board certified specialist who can properly evaluate you and make a recommendation for your lips. Options include temporary and permanent solutions, but without evaluating...
Thank you for your question. Hyaluronic Acid fillers are excellent at augmenting lips. Typically they are used to enhance your pre-existing shape, but you can create a subtle cupids bow in patients without one. This would include creating philtral columns (the vertical lines...