How am I able to add filler onto these type of lips to avoid the shadowing? (Photos)

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. The shadowing you’re describing at the corners of your lips, even without fillers, is often related to the natural anatomy of your lips and the surrounding skin. This can be due to several factors such as:

-Lip Anatomy: Natural lip lines and shadows are influenced by the lip’s structure, muscle tone, and the surrounding skin’s texture. Shadows at the corners can be accentuated by the natural folds and contours of your lips.

-Volume and Shadows: When filler is added to the lips, it can change the light and shadow dynamics around the mouth. This can sometimes make existing shadows or lines more pronounced, especially if the filler adds volume that alters the natural light reflection.

-Filler Migration: Although it might seem like filler is migrating, the shadowing could be more about how the added volume affects the overall appearance and light reflection rather than actual migration.

I hope this helps and best of luck!

Hi

Some people's anatomy makes it difficult to get certain aesthetic treatments done as it just accentuates our natural imperfections. You have a naturally full lip, so maybe in order to prevent the shadowing, i would recommend starting with small amounts of product (1/2 syringe vs full) and letting that settle for a few months before adding more product.

Hello,
Thank you for your question. The shadowing at the corners of your lips that you are experiencing is likely due to the natural anatomy and structure of your lips. When filler is added, it can sometimes accentuate these natural shadows, especially if the filler is not placed carefully.

Here are a few suggestions that might help address your concern:

Consult with a Specialist: Seek a consultation with a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who has extensive experience in lip fillers. They can assess your lip anatomy and recommend the best approach to minimize shadowing.

Filler Placement: The technique of filler placement is crucial. A skilled injector can place the filler in a way that minimizes shadowing. Sometimes, using a softer filler or injecting smaller amounts incrementally can help achieve a more natural look.

Combination Treatments: In some cases, combining fillers with other treatments such as laser therapy or microneedling can help improve the overall appearance of the lips and surrounding skin, reducing the shadow effect.

Alternative Fillers: There are different types of fillers available, each with unique properties. Some fillers are more prone to migration and shadowing. Your provider can suggest an alternative that might work better for your specific lip anatomy.

Lip Hydration and Care: Keeping your lips well-hydrated and using products that enhance lip health can improve their appearance and reduce the prominence of shadows.

It’s important to communicate your concerns clearly with your provider and ensure that they understand your desired outcome. A tailored approach based on your unique anatomy and goals will yield the best results.

The shadowing that you describe around your lips is part of your natural anatomy. When the filler is added that volume enhances that natural shape of your lips. The filler has not migrated. You may want to experiment with different fillers to see if one provides a more favorable shape.

Contours cost shadows.
The visualization of the shadow is related to the contour and the direction of the light.
In the right light, you won’t see the shadow.
The reason we see wrinkles is not because of the contour change, but because of the shadow.
All people who have enhanced contours are going to throw more intense shadows.
That’s what happens when you don’t have a flat surface.
If you don’t like the effect of lip fillers, then stop having them.
It’s not the approach, but rather simply that’s what happens when you have more projected lips which happens when you add volume.
On a side note almost all people have a lower lip that’s bigger than the upper lip and the upper to lower lip ratio should always be maintained when getting fillers.(my opinion)
Having an upper lip that’s bigger than the lower lip can look unnatural and is uncommon the those who don’t get fillers. Whenever I see individuals whose upper lip is bigger than the lower lip, I immediately think they had treatments.
We do want a change when we get facial aesthetic treatments, but it shouldn’t look like it was treated.
Consider maintaining a natural upper to lower lip ratio when having lip fillers.
I think you should stop worrying about the shadows because they are light angle dependent.
It’s the shadows that show the projection of your lips which is in many ways desirable.
It’s the shadows on contours that also show when we’re smiling as well as the corners of the mouth coming up.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD