10 years ago I had a total thyroidectomy and radiation treatment after being diagnosed with thyroid cancer and have been on replacement thyroxine ever since. I had lip fillers injected nearly 5 years ago and I have noticed that it hasn't ever metabolised, not even a bit in this time. I love my lips so it's not a problem more of a curiosity which has lead me to asking if my lack of a thyroid gland is the reason they have never gone down to normal like everyone else I know of?
October 19, 2021
Answer: Why did lip filler last so long? Hi and welcome to our forum!Hyaluronic acid fillers have a longevity of about 6-12 months (some a bit longer, some shorter). Your metabolism should be normal if your replacement therapy is adequate. I am not aware of any studies suggesting altered resorption rates relating to thyroid dysfunction. The injected material is dissolved by hyaluronidase, a body enzyme. Perhaps, another material was utilized. Hydroxyapatite injections last up to several years but are plagued with resulting lumpiness. Fat injections, tendon grafts to the lips, fascial grafts to the lips, liquid silicone injections, and prosthetic implants have also been utilized to plump the lips. Perhaps, the filler material was replaced with scar tissue, in which case the "plumping" may be permanent! Sorry I can't be more specific...Best wishes...
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October 19, 2021
Answer: Why did lip filler last so long? Hi and welcome to our forum!Hyaluronic acid fillers have a longevity of about 6-12 months (some a bit longer, some shorter). Your metabolism should be normal if your replacement therapy is adequate. I am not aware of any studies suggesting altered resorption rates relating to thyroid dysfunction. The injected material is dissolved by hyaluronidase, a body enzyme. Perhaps, another material was utilized. Hydroxyapatite injections last up to several years but are plagued with resulting lumpiness. Fat injections, tendon grafts to the lips, fascial grafts to the lips, liquid silicone injections, and prosthetic implants have also been utilized to plump the lips. Perhaps, the filler material was replaced with scar tissue, in which case the "plumping" may be permanent! Sorry I can't be more specific...Best wishes...
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