And how long does the fillers last
Great question! If you've had cold sores in the past and are prone to getting them, then having lip filler can increase your chance of having another cold sore appear. It is best if you inform your injector, as they can prescribe you an anti-viral medication prophylactically to decrease the risk of having an outbreak post treatment. If you have an active cold sore at the time of your appointment you should not receive treatment.
Hello there! I prefer to always pre-treat patients with anti-virals. There is a risk of lip injections causing a flare-up to anyone who has a previous history. In my experience, most lip filler lasts 6-9 months. That being said, I recommend my patients maintain their injections by getting re-treated every 4-6 months. I have noted an increase in how long the filler lasts if patients follow this recommendation. Good luck! Sarah RN BSN
