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Will One Syringe of Restylane Plump Both Lips?

asked 3 years ago by skittlesxoxo in austin texas
Latest answer by Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
Question viewed 8,540 times
Tags: lips, cc, syringe, volume

28 answers to Will One Syringe of Restylane Plump Both Lips?

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Restylane and Plumper Lips

Thank you for your question.  Depending on the amount of fullness you desire in your lips, 1cc of Restylane should be enough to plump the upper and lower lip.  Occasionally, a .5-cc syringe is all that is needed to create a natural, fuller lip. When meeting with your physician, you may want to bring in some photographs and view his/her patient before and after photographs together, so that you may visualize together your goals for your lips. Best wishes on your treatment.... more
David Mabrie, MD

Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon
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One syringe of Restylane should be adequate for plumping upper and lower lips

Typically, I use one full syringe of Restylane to plump both upper and lower lips. In some cases, if a patient wants very large lips, 2 syringes of Restylane is used.
Brooke R. Seckel, MD

Boston Plastic Surgeon
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It depends on how plump you want it

This really depends on your desires. Typically, I recommend no more than one syringe the first time. You will be able to judge the volume of the correction at the completion of the injection: At this point, you will be slightly more swollen than your final result. If you complete one syringe and desire more, than by all means have more injected at that session while you are still numb. If however you feel you are too large, relax, because it is slightly swollen and will likely reduce in... more
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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On syringe of Restylane will do for a moderate enhancement

It all depends on how much improvement you need. One syringe is one cc, which is a very small amount. However, for a moderate enhancement, it could be sufficient.
Hisham Seify, MD, PhD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
+1

Amount of Restylane for Lip Augmentation

Depending on the amount of correction that you request, a 1.0 cc syringe of restylane should be sufficient. Consult with 2 - 3 experienced and expert injectors in your area to understand your options.
Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.drkrisreddy.com

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There is not a rule. Depends on each patient.

Thank you for your question. Depending on the amount of "definition and fullness" you want to achieve, 1cc of Restylane can be enough. Young people (<30) usually get great results with 1 dose of Restylane (1cc). But in >30 patients more than 1cc (av. 2cc) can be used. My advise is to schedule a first consultation with your plastic surgeon: he/she will guide you with the right decission. Not only the quantity is important (the volume) but the quality (hyaluronic acid gel... more
Enrique Etxeberria, MD

Spain Plastic Surgeon
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Restylane for the lips

In most cases one syringe of Restylane will give enough volume. Everyone has different anatomy and aesthetic goals. Best to bring in a photo or tow of what you might realistically want. The lips are usually a bit swollen after injections and then settle in nicely.
Jeffrey Roth, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon
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Start with 1 syringe, if you need more, add more!

When injecting Restylane into the lips, I always like to start with 1 syringe.  Follow up should be done in about 2 weeks and if the patient requests more volume it can be topped up at that time. 
Robert Sleightholm, MD

Brampton Plastic Surgeon
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Amount of Restylane to lips

Usually only 1cc of Restylane (one syringe) is needed for the upper and lower lips depending on the look that a patient wants. You will have a few days of swelling and possible bruising.
Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
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Yes. One syringe is usually adequate for lip augmentation

Of course, everyone is different but usually one syringe of Restylane or Juvederm is usually adequate to do a beautiful upper and lower lip augmentation.   The goal is always to produce an attractive enhancement of the lips that looks  and feels natural.  With lips, less is always better than more.  Make sure that you and your physician have a perfect understanding of what you are looking for. I hope I was helpful. 
Steven E. Rasmussen, MD

Austin Dermatologist
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How much Restylane for lips

The amount of Restylane required for you lips depends upon what you have now and what you want later.  With one syringe, your lips can be beautifully outlined.  If you want more fullness, then additional Restylane will be needed.  It is always safe to use one now, and decide in a week or two if you want more.  It's easy to add, but hard to subtract!
Randy J. Buckspan, MD

Austin Plastic Surgeon
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Restylane does not dissolve after a few days

Restylane is a powerful and effective dermal filler that lasts approximately 6 months. Patients should expect after the treatment to have 1 to 2 days of swelling and a small amount of bruising. It is not common for Restylane to dissolve after only a few days from the treatment. What you may be seeing is an undertreatment of these areas. Wait another week or so and if you are not satisfied with the result, schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon who has a great deal... more
B. Pat Pazmino, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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One Suringe of Restylane

A single syringe of restylane will give a sense of moderate fullness to the lips. For patients requesting lip fullness, I use 1 syringe 70% of the time.
Stephen Prendiville, MD

Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon
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One syringe of restylane will plump both lips

Most likely for a modest improvement. 2 cc's is better though for an appearance showing your lips to be fuller. Start with 1 cc than if after 1 week you want more go get it. From MIAMI
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
+1

Yes, one syringe is usually more than enough for lips

In my practice we strive to be conservative and natural. I have never used more than one syringe of hyaluronic acid filler on a patient's lips at one time. Usually I end up using half to 2/3 rds of syringe to get a great result.
Ivan Wayne, MD

Oklahoma City Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Yes

 Generally, one syringe will suffice for both upper and lower lip. I prefer to have my patients come back in 1-2 weeks. At that point, if  the patient and I feel they are undercorrected another syringe ( cc) can be either fully or partially placed.     Personally, I think less is more with the lips. The lips should not look better, not like anything was "done".
Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD

Virginia Beach Dermatologist
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One syringe of Restylane may be enough for lip augmentation.

Hi. Of course, everbody's lips are different, and techniques are different.  But we often use just one syringe of Restylane for lip augmentation of the upper and lower lips.
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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How much Restylane for lips?

Most patients do not require more than 1 cc of Restylane for the lip area. In fact, we encourage our patients to maintain a healthy natural look by not using more than 1 cc. When we inject only in the vermilion border (the edge of the lip) we currently use a 0.4 cc syringe of Restylane. For more correction, and when injecting the border and the body of the lips, we typically use 1 cc or less.
Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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In almost all cases the answer would be yes!

For almost all cases, one syringe of Restylane will be enough to have adequate filling of the lips. In fact, in my experience, most patients even have a little extra left over to treat other areas of the face at the same time if needed.
Arash Akhavan, M.D.

Manhattan Dermatologic Surgeon
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Restylane is ideal for lip plumping: Lip Augmentation

A syringe of Restylane or Juvederm provides a fixed volume of filler. The volume necessary to plump the lips varies from individual to individual depending on the physical dimensions of the face and the desires of the patient. If you are considering Restylane or Juvederm, starting with one syringe of Juvederm is a great and safe wasy to begin the process of lip augmentation.
Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Some people may need more than one syringe

For some people, yes and others might need a little more. Some need less and there might be left over for other areas if you desire. Restylane does have a smaller syringe so if the doctor thinks you don’t need a full syringe, you might save some money using the smaller syringe.
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist

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+1

Yes

Skittlesxoxo: One syringe of Restylane is appropriate for upper and lower lips. When patients receive 2 or more, it is usually because additional, nearby areas are treated, such as the corners of the mouth, lateral chin, grooves and lines, etc. You should be aware that the only FDA approved use for Restylane is the nasolabial groove, but experienced physicians commonly use HA fillers in other areas.
Sutton Graham II, MD

Greenville Plastic Surgeon
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One syringe of Radiesse is an excellent start for lip plumping

I think on the first session, you should only use one syringe. You can always go back a few weeks later and have more put in. Remember, you can always add to it, but you can't take it away.
David E. Berman, MD

Sterling Plastic Surgeon
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It all depends on the amount of volume that you need

The issue of how many syringes are needed all depends on the amount of volume replacement or enhancement you are seeking. My suggestion is to start with one syringe and then if you feel you need it, you can always add another syringe. It is best to under fill at first since it is much easier to add more volume later than try to remove product already placed. Good luck with your injections.
David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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One syringe may be sufficient for plumping both lips

If you are just looking to have the vermilion borders (the lip line) accentuated, than 1 syringe should be sufficient. If you are looking for more plumping, than that may not be sufficient. You might wish to start with 1 syringe. Two weeks after the initial injection when the swelling has settled and you want more, you can have more volume added at that time. Good luck.
Bryan K. Chen, MD

San Diego Dermatologist
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Yes, one syringe of Restylane is enough

The good thing about Restylane is that you can sneak up a little on the results. If one cc is not enough in your opinion you can have more soon thereafter. What is difficult to do is to remove the fullness if you feel that you are overdone. I stress natural results, and for most people 2cc in the lips is just too much.
York Jay Yates, MD

Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon
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Depends on how plump you want them

In most patients 1 syringe of Restylane is enough and patients are satisfied.  It all depends what you are trying to achieve. I would say anything more than one syringe winds up be very unnatural.
Farbod Esmailian, MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon
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Restylane and lip augmentation

For people who want a very small change, then one syringe is probably enough. I find that many patients require more than one syringe for significant or noticeable results.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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