Is it possible that my lips are not suitable for filler?

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I did 0.5 ml of SkinVive in my lips. My injector said this would be the best to give me a natural look, since other fillers are very thick and may be too much for my lips. However, after the treatment, I had lumps in my upper lip that did not go away. We removed it and she said because of the structure of my lips, using thicker filler would look unnatural and my lips would not take to them well. Is it just possible that my lips can't hold filler? I have an image for reference in my profile

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hello there Fab,
There are many "fabulous" lip fillers for you, Fabulous!  SkinVive is intended to be injected in micro-droplets for skin hydration.  It is not intended for lips.  It sounds that it was improperly injected and resulted in bumps.  You have beautiful lips.   I would inject your lips with minimal product, my preference for you would be Volbella with a cannula.  Feel free to contact our office to schedule a virtual or in person consultation.  Good luck and be well.

Michael A. Persky, MD
Encino, CA

Is it possible that my lips are not suitable for filler?

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