Did my lip filler disappear 4 days later? (Photo)

I appreciate your question.As you stated, the swelling is starting to subside and you are now seeing the volume that was placed. There is marked improvement in volume between the pre and post treatment day 4 day picture. I would recommend that you wait 2 weeks and the return to your Injecting MD to discuss your results.  You will be charged for additional filler used.  The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic
and restorative plastic surgery.Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Thanks for this question and raising this concern. Silk should be injected more superficially and away from the muscle. Speak with your injector about the technique that is being used to place the Silk in your lips. If injected like old Restylane, the patient sees more swelling and the product goes away faster. However, it doesn't go away in 4 days. This product was designed to provide a more natural looking result and not ducky lips. I think I see a natural looking result int he photos. It's possible you need two syringes for best results.Always follow up with your injector 2 to 3 weeks after the procedure. Best wishes, Dr. ALDO :)

Thank you for your question. By day # 4, the swelling subsides and you are close to your final result. It appears you have a marked improvement in your lip volume. I suggest following up with your injector 2 weeks following injection for a re-evaluation. You should have an excellent result. 

If you feel more is needed it can be injected at anytime going forward.  Use something more robust like voluma or lyft if you want more volume.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Thank you for your question.  If you show your plastic surgeon these pictures and your desired result, I am sure you will be able to achieve the look of the more augmented lip.  You have not lost all of your result, but rather you preferred the look when the lip was still swollen.  Personally, I like your current result, but that is a personal choice.There are other fillers, like Restylane or Juvederm Ultra that can be used to add more volume and give you the look you desire.  It can be better to augment lips gradually, as it is much easier to add more volume than to remove volume. Your plastic surgeon should be able to tell you if you still have some swelling at your two week appointment, in which case you'll want to wait until that is completely resolved before adding more filler to avoid further disappointment.  Most likely you will be able to have some additional filler at the two week appointment.  Since fillers are charged by the syringe, there may be an additional charge to have your lips augmented further.   In our office we typically do touch-ups without a charge if the patient wishes a little extra volume.   Best of luck to you.