What can be done about vertical lip line after weight loss? (Photos)

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I lost 130 pounds, and i have a hollow area on one side of my lip. Can this be corrected ? Can filler be placed here? Or is a thread lift an option ? I dont know what can be done to address this

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your concern. After significant weight loss, it’s common to notice hollowing or asymmetry around the lips and mouth area. This can create vertical lines or areas of volume loss, such as what you’re describing near your lip.

The good news is that this can usually be improved with dermal fillers, which are often used to restore volume and smooth out lines in this area. A carefully placed filler can help correct the hollow and create a more balanced appearance.

In some cases, a thread lift may also be an option if there is mild skin laxity or sagging contributing to the line, but fillers are generally the first and most straightforward approach.

It’s best to have an in-person evaluation to determine the right treatment plan, as every face is unique and the correction depends on your anatomy and goals.

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

Frankly, in the hands of an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist filler expert, elevating and smoothing the small hollow you circled in the photo--using a low viscosity, cohesive, malleable HA filler and with the proper injection technique--should take, literally no more than five to ten seconds to correct, and with immediate results and little to no significant downtime. So, relax, and make sure to consult with a qualified expert physician injector.  Best of luck.

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

What do you have is just a slight degree of facial symmetry, which is present in every person on this planet. You should stop focusing on that minute difference. Do what’s best for you now that you’ve lost all this weight., like exercise and eat healthy. Threads lifts are not going to help you.. In my humble opinion, there are a waste of money and unnecessary risk.. In my humble opinion, you look just fine. I hope this helps a good luck from Leonard Grossman, MD,,organic Plastic Surgery in New York City.

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