I got a double jaw surgery to fix overbite, overjet, and small lower jaw. Insurance paid for everything. But post surgery, i feel it shortened my lips (used to spread into middle of eyes). And lost support in corners. Also my smile kind of frowns. I also tried lip injections 1.5 years ago. It was ok, but I want something more permanent, and didnt like having to return every so often
4 photos
Answers (3)
From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Lip injections should be performed by a specialist, and it depends what filler you get and how much of it is required - every patient is different, and their goals can differ as well. Generally though, 1 syringe of filler - juvederm or restylane as an example, range from 6-800 for 1cc, which is...
The hole can be removed with a short surgery and the subsequent scar can be improved with lasers, microneedling/prp, subcision and fillers. Cost will vary, but see an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry to hear of your prolonged healing. Without a full series of photographs it is difficult to offer definite advice, but the lip tends to heal very quickly, within a month of any incision. You may still experience numbness or swelling for se...