I've never had lip fillers done, is getting 2 syringes my first time too much?

I suggest less filler the first time, it typically causes more swelling on the first time and doing a significant amount of filler in the first injection can cause more significant swelling than you need.  plus its better to add more later then remove if you are unhappy.  Best, Dr. Emer.

you will do best to only have 1 syringe at first. Returning in a few weeks after swelling goes down and see if u need more. It is easy to add and difficult to remove!

Jennybella, in my practice, I generally recommend one syringe or less for first time lip fillers.  While some patients may be able to accommodate, or may want 2 syringes in the long run, most will respond best to one syringe to begin.  The lips will swell and then settle, and this will indicate to the patient whether or not they would like to have more volume.  This philosophy allows the patient to slowly expand the lip tissue and generally makes for more natural and smooth results.  With the amazing new lip filler Juvederm Volbella being 0.6 cc, I believe some patients would respond well to 2 syringes to start with this filler.  In general, I use a dental block and occasionally add a little numbing cream for sensitive spots.  This seems to make the injections very tolerable.  I hope this helps.

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  In order to limit the soft tissue swelling to which the lips are prone to, I would recommend injecting only a single syringe on your first treatment session - 0.5 to each lip based on your desired results.  This not only primes your lips for additional treatment in the future, but limits the secondary effects of treatment - bruising, lumps, asymmetry, and swelling.  If your lips are small, best to augment them gradually over time.  I prefer numbing cream to limit patient discomfort.  Hope this helps.

Thank you for your question. I recommend starting out with 1 syringe. the lips have a habit to swell.  The more product injected, the greater the likelihood of swelling. You can always add more filler after 2 weeks when the swelling resolves. Best of Luck!

Thank you for your question. I recommend starting out with 1 syringe. The lips have a habit to swell.  The more product injected, the greater the likelihood of swelling. You can always add more filler after 2 weeks when the swelling resolves. Best of Luck!

Dear jennybella18:For patients getting their lips for the first time, my recommendation is to start with 1 syringe and re-assess desired treatment outcomes in 2 weeks.  Topical numbing cream works well to create a tolerable treatment experience.  All the best.

Hello, and thanks for your question. I would start with one syringe. You can always add more if you desire more fullness. In order to determine the best treatment plan for you, I recommend an in-person consultation with an expert. Best of luck, Dr. Frucht.   

I have been injecting lips for over 20 years with a "less is more" approach.  You can always add more and I would recommend that you start with one syringe and judge the results before the second syringe.  A good topical numbing cream is really all that you need before the injection.  Please consult an expert.  Best, Dr. Green

One or two syringes can be done safely at the same time. How much you need will depend on your current volume and how full you would like your lips to appear. I always recommend that my first-time patients start off with less filler and then they can always add more as soon as the swelling decreases in 2 weeks. Not only does it give you more control over your final shape and size, but it also makes your changes more gradual. I prefer to use numbing cream since the procedure itself is not painful. Many of the current fillers have lidocaine (numbing solution) mixed into them so your lips will not be too comfortable afterwards. Dental blocks can last several hours and may make talking, eating, or drinking difficult later in the day if you plan on going out. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD Plastic Surgery