One syringe of Volbella in the vertical lines above my lip. There is NO improvement after three weeks! (Photo)

Question

After being injected with Volbella the vertical lines became worse each day. After the fourth day I returned to my doctor and she said I was still swollen and needed to give it three weeks for the full effect. Now at three weeks it still looks worse than before any injections. Was this due to improper injection placement? What are my options? This cost me $600 for nothing!

Elham Jafari, MD · Answer

Hi and thank you for your question! Any swelling following filler should be fully resolved within 2 weeks and at that time point, it is possible to do an accurate assessment on the results. Whenever there is a concern with lack of results following an injection, the best approach is to do a follow up with your physician and ask for a comparison between current pictures and pictures taken before the procedure. Almost always, side-by-side comparison of pictures can show the points of improvement and alleviate the concerns. I hope it helps and good luck!

Frank P. Albino, MD · Answer

I am sorry to hear about your disappointment with the result. It is always best to inform the provider about how this treatment failed to meet your expectations as he/she knows the before effect.  If you are still not happy with their treatment after this conversation it may not be a bad idea to gain the opinion of another plastic surgeon to see if additional filler or other measures will improve the static lines, skin quality and texture in this area. Not everyone is a good candidate for this treatment so please see a Board Certified or Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon to evaluate if you may benefit. "Cosmetic" surgeons are not necessarily trained in Plastic Surgery so always make sure you know your surgeon's background, experience, and training. Good luck!
This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare professional.  You should always seek the advice of your physician or healthcare professional for any questions you have about your own medical condition.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Always post before and after so we can see the changes. You should return to speak to your injector about your results and discuss your options. You bought only one syringe in an area that is difficult to get great results. One syringe cannot change decades of aging and sun sometimes.  If there's some improvement, then may be that's all that can be achieved.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry that your current results have not been what you anticipated.  Unfortunately without having performed the injections it is difficult to render a true opinion.  Often vertical lip lines are best treated with a combination of Botox, fillers, and skin resurfacing treatments.  Hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This is difficult to answer without before and after pictures. Deeper lines need a combination approach of fillers with Botox, lasers and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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One syringe of Volbella in the vertical lines above my lip. There is NO improvement after three weeks! (Photo)

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Answer: One syringe of Volbella in the vertical lines above my lip.

Answer: One syringe of Volbella in the vertical lines above my lip.

Answer: Improving lip lines--Botox/Xeomin/Dysport, Fillers, lasers, microneedling/prp

Answer: Improving lip lines--Botox/Xeomin/Dysport, Fillers, lasers, microneedling/prp

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