Why does some filler end up above my lip and outside the lip line, even though it's injected in the wet/dry border?

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When I get juv. UP in my lips why does some of the filler end up above the lip and right outside the lip line, even though she injects in the wet/dry border. It’s like it migrates upward.I’ve also been getting less every time (less than a syringe). Could it be b/c She’s not massaging hard enough? (She barely massages after because there are never any lumps) or b/c she uses a micro-cannula? (Wonder if it stays put more with a regular needle). Do you recommend injecting even lower down on the lip

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

This may be due to swelling. Swelling can be typical. Icing and cold compresses may give improvement. I would wait a full 2 weeks before judging the results. If it is after the two week wait, you can have the filler reversed with hyaluronidase.
I hope this helps!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This could be due to placement or the initial swelling that is typical after lip injections, which will resolve in 1-2 weeks. I recommend following up with your injector. Best, Dr. Emer

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! This could be due to placement or the initial swelling that is typical after lip injections, which will resolve in 1-2 weeks. I recommend following up with your injector. Best of luck!

Why does some filler end up above my lip and outside the lip line, even though it's injected in the wet/dry border?

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