Overfilling can occur with any type of lip augmentation. The real key is not necessarily overfilling, but filling to a volume that is not harmonious with the face. Since facial characteristics vary, it is important to discuss your aesthetic concerns and goals with your plastic surgeon prior to injection.
Overfilling during lip augmentation?
I remember several friends in the early ‘90s getting Collagen injections (one had lips done, the other cheeks). biggest complaint: overfilling. Over 10 years later is this still an issue with new dermal fillers like Restylane? I want a lip aumentation but can't afford to hide away as things shrink back to normal-looking.
5 answers to “Overfilling during lip augmentation?”
A: Overfilling lips with filler
This is a common issue and I totally understand what you are saying. My patients want to look normal and good at all times; no ups and downs. Our motto is "did she or didn't she". Therefore, I do not overfill the lips when using fillers. I make it look perfect in the office;... more
A: Collagen was a Never Meant to Be Used As a Lip Augmenter
The Collagen Corporation which first developed Collagen received an FDA a reprimand because they were promoting injections into the lip. This caused them to back off from promoting what was called the Paris lip. Collagen was never supposed to be injected directly into the lip but was to... more
A: Overfilling in Lip Augmentation ?
Dear Lisa, Yes. Times have changed for most Plastic Surgeons. The jokes about Duck or Fish lips and imitations of "The First Wives Club" are no longer applicable. Except for a few die hard Collagen fans, the vast majority of Americans have lip augmentation using hyaluronic based fillers (Restylane,... more
A: We've come a long way
Things have come a long way since the days of collagen. For temporary injections, Juvederm and Restylane are fine fillers associated with very low complication rates. Swelling can be a problem post injection, so patients who are not familiar with their body's reaction to the injections should allow 2 days... more
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