Does drinking from a straw make lip fillers wear away faster?

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New question for real self: if you decide to get filler to plump up and lift the corners of your lips and you drink from a straw from the side of your mouth where the lip corners are after healed with most drinks, will this make the filler wear away faster than usual if it’s a High quality ling lasting fuller that stays for about a year? Or does drinking from a straw out the side of your mouth where the lip corners are have no effect on making the filler wear away faster?

A.J. Amadi, MD · Answer

Hello, my name is Holly Frandsen and I'm a registered nurse at Amadi Aesthetics Plastic Surgery who specializes in natural injectables. Fillers are made to integrate into the tissue and hole placement. However, usually the first 2-3 weeks after the initial injections, I don't recommend drinking out of a straw while the filler is settling. Fillers typically last 6 months to a year after initial injections. However, everyone's body metabolizes the product different so results may vary.

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Drinking from a straw on the side of your mouth where you’ve had lip filler shouldn't significantly affect the longevity of your filler, especially if it's a high-quality, long-lasting one like those with hyaluronic acid.

However, some factors to consider:

Repeated muscle movement: If you're consistently using that side of your mouth to drink, it can cause some minor breakdown of the filler due to the repetitive motion, but it's unlikely to speed up the process noticeably.

Initial healing: During the first 2 weeks after getting lip filler, it's important to avoid excessive pressure or movement on the treated area, like sucking from a straw. After healing, though, occasional straw use should have minimal effect.

Long-term, factors like your skin's natural metabolism and lifestyle habits (like frequent sun exposure or smoking) have a larger impact on filler longevity than occasional straw drinking.

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Thank you for your question! Once lip fillers are fully healed—which usually takes about 2 weeks—everyday movements, including drinking from a straw, generally do not significantly affect how long your filler lasts. High-quality, long-lasting fillers are designed to integrate into the tissue and maintain their shape despite normal lip movements.

That said, in the first few days after your injection, it’s important to avoid excessive pressure or unusual movements (like sipping from a straw very aggressively) to allow the filler to settle properly. After that initial healing period, normal drinking, smiling, talking, and even occasional straw use won’t meaningfully wear the filler down faster.

So, you can enjoy your drinks without worrying about shortening the lifespan of your filler—just give your lips a little time to heal first!

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