Can you look overfilled from PRP injections?

You should not have to worry about over filling problems with PRP. Whatever volume increase you see will go away in a very short time.

Although PRP can plump the skin somewhat and make it look more healthy (basic explanation), its not necessarily filling anything.  You can certainly look overfilled with too much filler injections though, but they are mostly temporary and can even be dissolved if you are overinjected.  Most experienced injectors do not have the issue of overfilling patients.  

When PRP was first introduced for aesthetic use, we thought that it would be an alternative to fillers. This was a huge disappointment because although the skin improves and there is a little bit of plumpness with PRP injections, it does not give any significant volumization. Even PRFM (activated PRP) will not give you much volume so you don't have to worry about getting too much volume with PRP. If you want volume, you need to combine it with some fillers. This is what we call a Vampire Facelift®. PRP alone or in combination with micro needling (Vampire Facial®) will do wonders for your skin but is a poor volumizer even when injected. 

PRP is not as reliable as filler for volume restoration. The response will vary from patient to patient.With regards to your specific question, PRP is essentially water and its component growth factors (harvested from whole blood). The initial fill effect will dissipate quickly. The volume effect secondary to collagen deposition can take several weeks. Over correction is highly unlikely as the effect is more qualitative rather than quantitative.You may consider augmentation of your PRP treatment with Fractora, Morpheus8 or other RF microneedling technology.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).Donovan Rosas MD
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PRP injections do not have the same volumizing effects as injectable fillers. Overfilling should not be a concern Jeff Rapaport MD FAADRealself All-star

Hi! While PRP will improve the texture and discoloration problems with the skin, it is not really intended to add volume. To add volume you are best served to use a filler. In the immediate period following PRP injection you will see the volume effect but this will quickly dissipate as the PRP is absorbed.

Thank you for your question.  I like using filler and PRP together for more enhanced results. PRP acts as a matrix that promotes skin’s own collagen growth much like what fertilizer does for grass.  Results are seen right away from the filler and in 3 to 12 months from PRP, with increased vascularization and support of the local tissue.  It is not typical to look overfilled from PRP, because it only promotes collagen growth resulting in tightening and texture improvement. The volume actually comes from the filler.  Make sure you go to an experienced injector who has experience with both fillers and PRP.
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Monica Bonakdar, MD

Thank you for your message! PRP is a great tool to help with minor volumization and improve the overall texture of your skin. That being said, it will not provide as much volume as dermal fillers do so you should not have to worry about looking "over-filled". I would recommend a consultation with your provider to see if this would be a good option for you!

If you are concerned about residual filling in the face from PRP, speak with your provider about it prior to doing it.