On average how much would a half and also a full syringe of filler for lips cost? Would like to ensure I'm not paying too much.

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Paid approx $1000 for Botox in my forehead + lip fillers last year and as a student I can't afford that again. People have told me they've paid less

Robert Heck, MD, FACS · Answer

$1000 does not sound "off" considering you mention treating your forehead with botox as well as having lip fillers. First and foremost always use a reputable plastic surgeon so you know you are safe. Be careful of cost shopping, if it's too cheap most likely they are NOT board certified plastic surgeons nor trained to our standards.

Scott K. Thompson, MD · Answer

Prices can vary depending on your location and the expertise of the professional. Our offices in Utah charge $11 per unit for Botox and $600 for Restylane Silk. We typically offer specials when done by our Nurse Injectors and patients can save with Brilliant Distinctions on Botox and Aspire with Restylane Silk.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I suggest seeing an expert someone with skill and expertise you will pay more for but typically get a better outcome.  Best, Dr. Emer.

R. Brannon Claytor, MD, FACS · Answer

The costs of these products should be very transparent for the patient. Often the practitioner will have their prices per unit although some like to list it by the treatment area. Either way it is something we discuss with the client before treating them so that they have a good understanding of what they are receiving. For what you have described it is not unusual for the cost to be in the range that you described. It is understandable that as a student the costs would seem high. Perhaps you could consider other treatments to help you achieve those qualities that you are seeking. Sometimes these can be achieved by working with an aesthetician especially if you are a younger patient who has not had sustained sun exposure of skin damage.

Giselle Villar, MD · Answer

Botox in our office costs $11 per unit, and if you had only your forehead done you might have overpaid. For lip augmentation I like to use Juvederm Volift, which is one of the best fillers in the market, Vycross technology from Allergan. The cost is $750 per syringe, and you can have half or even 1/4 syringe. We of course don't share syringes between patients, we divide the syringe in small portions in a sterile fashion, downloading the product in smaller syringes. This is a very common safe practice for mini-lip injections.

Raja Mohan, MD · Answer

Pricing varies considerably in every region. Some practitioners charged based on the treatment area. Usually HA fillers are priced per syringe. Botox and other neurotoxins are priced at a particular amount for each unit. You will most likely find a range of prices in your area. The key is to make sure the injections are performed by someone licensed and experienced. Hope this helps.
-Raja Mohan MD

Pamela Stuart, MD · Answer

There are no "half" syringes for Fillers so I would urge caution if that means you are potentially sharing a syringe. Pricing  varies for both Botox and Fillers given the local area and use of reward programs etc. However given the amounts of Botox and Fillers you mention in your question, that would seem an appropriate cost.

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

Filler pricing can vary drastically depending on the type or brand of filler you are using as well as the geographic area you are located in. Generally speaking, longer-lasting or full syringe of fillers cost more but require less visits over time. Many offices also have occasional promotions or "rewards" programs for returning patients which can reduce your costs. You can definitely call ahead to ask about pricing and not be afraid to ask about the estimated price before your procedure begins. Good communication and a good patient-physician relationship means happier patients and better results! Hope this helps.

David A. Sieber, MD, FACS · Answer

Great question! So there are two ways a lot of physicians charge, as you can already see below. The first way is to charge per treatment area (lips, cheeks, temples...etc). The other is to charge per syringe or part of syringe. Prices for fillers and botox are extremely variable depending on what area of the country you live in. Typically prices for HA fillers used in lips run $400-600/syringe while botox is $12-16/unit. Prices may also change depending on if you are being injected by a nurse injector vs a physican. I hope this helps and best of luck in your area!

Melvin Elson, MD · Answer

As far as the Botox is concerned it depends on the number of units used and 1000 for the areas you mentioned is not too much. The filler in the lip depends on the type but a ballpark is 600-700 and there is no half syringe. if you are told you can get a half you are sharing with another patient which should not be allowed. be sure you are seeing a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon

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