What can be done to fix lips? Had Artefill injected 10 years ago and it looks terrible. (photos)

Our office specializes in the removal of artefill and silicone from the lips. It looks like your situation is relatively straightforward and can be managed surgically. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Artefill injected into the lips can create lumps and nodules that can be extremely difficult to treat adequately.  One approach is to use a combination of steroid and 5 FU injections to try to dissolve and soften the nodules.  This can be followed by injections of belotero, juvederm smile or restylane silk to try to camouflage the areas of lumpiness.  Direct excision of the artefill carries with it a risk of tissue deficit, asymmetry and deformity of the lips that can be difficult to completely correct.

You could use fillers (Juvederm or Restylane), lip implants or fat to improve the look and symmetry of your lips. You may need surgery or 5fu/steroid injections for the bump area directly.  See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

This is one of the reasons that I don't use any permanent injections.  Artefill had many terrible problems.  The best advice would be to consult someone who can surgically remove the product at this point.  For lips I always prefer a hyaluronic acid based filler.  If you don't like the results it can be removed and you Best, Dr. Green

I am sorry that you are having this problem.  Are you sure that you had Artefill?  Artefill was not available in the US until late 2006 and not many people were injecting it for the next few years.  There are a number of similar products that were available in Mexico that gave results similar to yours and that is why I am wondering.  From what can be seen, you may need surgery to correct your situation.  I have not found injections to be that useful for your situation.I hope that helps.Best regards.