Is half a vial of lip injections enough? (Photo)

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I have pretty nice lips I just wanted them a but pouttier but not too much would half be enough for me or should I do a full?

Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Hi Layla60282Since you have such lovely lips anyway, I suggest you leave well alone.You can of course get some filler injected and this would be need to be discussed with a PS to determine how much to put in.All the best.

Houtan Chaboki, MD · Answer

Yes, patients don't necessarily need to use the entire syringe or vial for lip injections. Some patients need or want just upper lip enhancement, or lower lip, etc. Plastic surgeons and dermatologist tailor treatments to the needs of each patient. That being said, on average most patients end up needing or using a full syringe or vial for lip injections.Best,Dr. Chaboki

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

I appreciate your concern, you have a very pretty face, so I would recommend conservative lip augmentation with Hyaluronic Acid,  like Juvederm plus. Half a syringe may not be enough though. Another option is fat transfer which is more permanent. Seek out a board certified plastic surgeon in your area, Good Luck!

Payman Kosari, MD, FAAD · Answer

To be honest, your lips look nice and full.  I don't know if you need to put anymore in them.  However, if you insisted, I would consider no more than half a syringe.  Good luck.Best,Payman Kosari, MD, FAAD

Giancarlo Zuliani, MD · Answer

Hello Layla and thank you for your question. Personally I have patients use the entire syringe and I inject until both I and you are happy. Sometimes this is a half a syringe, sometimes its a full syringe. I tend to be conservative and bring the patient back a week later to see if I need to add a little bit more to achieve desired results. Good luck to you!

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

You should start out with 1cc of filler and go from there. You do not want to overdo too much filler in the lips. It also depends on the look you are going for too. You can always add more filler to the lips if needed. Just remember if you are going to do your lips and you do not want to bruise you should not take any aspirins or anything that will thin the blood since brusing can occur.

Corey Frucht, MD, PhD · Answer

Hello, and thanks for your question. You have great lip volume already, but if you really wanted to enhance I would recommend going with a small volume of a softer filler. No more than 0.5 cc of Restylane or Restylane Silk. To maximize the likelihood of a favorable outcome, I recommend that you only get treated by a well-trained and experienced dermatologist or plastic surgeon. Hope this opinion is helpful to you. Best of luck, Dr. Frucht.

Janet M. Neigel, MD · Answer

You have very nice full lips already.  However, if you do want them more "pouty", I would recommend a 1/2 syringe of Restylane.  That should be adequate.  Good luck!

Michael T. Somenek, MD · Answer

A subtle enhancement is all that you will need. This will likely be half a syringe but will ultimately be determined at the time of your injection.

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

You can definitely add just half of a syringe to your lips. In my experience you will benefit from a full syringe of the product.  You can start with half of a syringe and always add more to get the best results.  Best, Dr. Green

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